Hakonechloa macra Lime Zest
Hakonechloa macra Lime Zest is a Japanese forest grass with variegated foliage in creamy white and greens.
Hakonechloa macra Lime Zest is a classic shade-loving, Japanese forest grass with cascading variegated foliage in shades creamy white and green with zesty lime held on purple stems. Plants will grow to 18 inches high and 24 inches wide. Brightens up low light and shady gardens and provides movement and gentle rustling sounds in the breeze. Use in mixed borders and containers, and as a mass-planted ground cover. Tolerant of urban pollution and black walnut. Deer resistant. Cultivar name: ‘HakBri2’.
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"
Primary Bloom Colour: Green
Secondary Bloom Colour: Red
Bloom Time: Summer - Fall
Foliage Colour: Green, Variegated - Cream/White
Class: Deciduous
Type: Grass
Soil Moisture: Average, Moist
Stem Colour: Purple
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Cool, shaded mountainside cliffs.
Award: AGM, GPP
Geographical Origin: Asia - China and Japan
