Aureola Hakonechloa macra Japanese Forest Grass Starter Plant - Bare Root, Variegated, Shade-Tolerant

About This Plant

Aureola Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola') is a deciduous ornamental grass valued for cascading green leaves with bright golden stripes, adding texture and color to shaded landscapes. It features a graceful, arching habit with season-long foliage interest. This listing is for a healthy starter plant.

What You Will Receive

✔ 1 live Aureola Japanese Forest Grass starter plant
✔ Healthy rooted starter plant
✔ Shipped without a nursery pot
✔ Ready for potting and establishment
✔ Secure packaging for safe arrival

Care & Planting Information

• Common name: Aureola Japanese Forest Grass
• Botanical name: Hakonechloa macra 'Aureola'
• Plant type: Deciduous ornamental grass
• Growth stage: Starter plant
• Sun requirements: Full shade to partial shade
• Soil: Rich, moist, well-draining soil
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during establishment
• Mature height: 1–2 feet
• Growth rate: Moderate
• USDA Zones: 5–9
• Container friendly: Yes

Growing Information

Care Tip: Grow in consistently moist soil with partial to full shade to maintain the vibrant golden variegation. Pot your starter plant and allow it to establish before transplanting into the landscape.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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