Gardens Illustrated Magazine

HAKONECHLO­A MACRA ‘NICOLAS’

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A relatively new form of this caespitose grass that is becoming more freely available. It resembles green H. macra in early spring but soon develops russet colouring to leaf margins and whole leaves in a natural way, intensifyi­ng by autumn. Ideal for softening path and border edges in groups or singly.

Height 35cm. Origin Garden origin (species east Asia). Conditions Sun or light shade. Most soils except sun-baked, dry conditions. Hardiness USDA 5a-9b. Season of interest Spring to autumn.

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