Japanese forest grass
Hakonechloa macra 'Nicolas'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 9
Flowers:
Yellow-green Flowers
Sun:
part shade,part sun/part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,yellow
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Japanese forest grass will thrive with regular watering. Water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the top 5-8cms of soil to dry out before watering again. When you do water, saturate the soil completely and discard any excess water that accumulates in the drip tray or saucer under the pot. During summer months, the plant should be watered every 7-10 days, and during the winter, every 10-14 days. During prolonged hot and dry spells, water more often if needed.
sunlight
Japanese forest grass (Hakonechloa macra 'Nicolas') does best in partial shade or morning sun with afternoon shade or bright indirect light. It needs at least 3 to 4 hours of direct sunlight daily, preferably in the morning. When grown in areas that receive more intense direct sunlight, plants may require shade cloth to protect against scorching. Too much sunlight may cause foliage to yellow and freckle, and too little may cause thin foliage.
pruning
Japanese forest grass (Hakonechloa macra 'Nicolas') should generally be pruned twice a year - once in the spring, and again in autumn. Pruning in spring should take place when new growth appears and should include removing any dead foliage and thinning out the grass to ensure adequate airflow throughout the plant. In autumn, pruning should be done to cut the grass back to about 8 inches in height. This will help encourage healthy, fresh growth the following year.
