All Gold Japanese Forest Grass

All Gold Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa macra 'All Gold')

All Gold Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa macra 'All Gold') is a graceful, ornamental grass valued for its vibrant golden-yellow foliage and flowing, cascading habit. This shade-loving perennial adds bright color, soft texture, and elegant movement to woodland gardens, shaded borders, and container plantings.

Distinctive Features

'All Gold' forms dense, arching clumps of narrow leaves that maintain their bright gold color throughout the growing season. Its flowing habit and fine texture create a waterfall effect, enhancing garden layers with seasonal brightness and gentle movement.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Partial to full shade
• Soil: Moist, well-drained soils rich in organic matter
• Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5�9

Ideal Uses

• Shade Gardens: Adds vibrant golden color and texture in shady areas
• Woodland Gardens: Provides soft, flowing texture beneath trees and shrubs
• Mixed Borders: Enhances perennial beds with color contrast and movement
• Container Planting: Suitable for pots and shaded patios
• Naturalistic Landscapes: Complements native plantings and shade-loving species

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Maintain consistent soil moisture; avoid drying out
• Pruning: Cut back old foliage in late winter or early spring to encourage fresh growth
• Fertilizing: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring if needed
• Mulching: Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
• Protection: Prefers sheltered, shaded environments

Why Choose All Gold Japanese Forest Grass?

• Vibrant Golden Foliage: Adds year-round brightness and color
• Graceful Flowing Habit: Creates elegant movement and texture
• Shade Tolerance: Thrives in low-light, shaded gardens
• Low Maintenance: Easy to grow with minimal care
• Focal Point: Provides striking color and form in shade landscapes

Hakonechloa macra 'All Gold' is a refined, low-maintenance ornamental grass that brightens shaded gardens with vibrant color and graceful texture.