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Japanese forest grass

Hakonechloa macra

ShadeGround coverIn a pot

Leaves worth havingMoves in the windTakes shade

Japanese forest grass
The picture illustrates the species and is generated from its botanical name, not photographed in a particular garden.

What it needs, what it becomes

TypeGrasses
FamilyPoaceae
Size when mature0.4 m tall, 0.5 m across
LightPart sun, Shade
MoistureMoist, Medium
Soilloam
Soil pH5.5 to 7
Hardy to-23 degrees
FlowersAugust to September
For pollinatorsLittle
WaterMedium water
UpkeepLittle
GrowthSlow
In EuropeIntroduced
Spreading riskNone known
If eatenPeople: Not toxic · Dogs: Not toxic · Cats: Not toxic

Safety

Nothing on our safety list for this plant.

Reviewed and approved for Poland by a qualified gardener with thirty years of practice, 2026-09-22.

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