Hakonechloa macra Lime Zest ‘HakBri2’
Hakonechloa macra 'Lime Zest' is a Japanese forest grass with two-tone bright green and lime-green variegated foliage.
Hakonechloa macra ‘Lime Zest’ is a classic shade-loving, Japanese forest grass. The cascading foliage features variegated blades of creamy green and zesty lime held on magenta stems. Brightens up low light and shady gardens, provides movement and gently rustling sounds as the breeze passes through its blades. Upright growth habit is 18 inches tall with a 24 inch spread. Awesome in the shady garden, mixed borders and containers providing valuable texture and movement. Tolerant of urban pollution and black walnut. Deer resistant.
Common Name: Japanese Forest Grass
Family: Poaceae (The Grass Family)
Zone Hardiness: 5-9
Light: Full Shade, Part Sun, Part Shade
Height: 12-24"
Width: 12-24"
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Foliage Colour: Green, Variegated - Cream/White
Class: Deciduous
Type: Grass
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Soil Moisture: Average, Moist
Stem Colour: Purple
Fragrance: No
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Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Cool, shaded mountainside cliffs.
Award: AGM GPP
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