Japanese Forest Grass

Common Name: Japanese Forest Grass

Botanical Name: Hakonechloa macra

Plant Type: ORNAMENTAL GRASS

Sun Exposure: Full Sun

Bloom Time: Valued for Foliage

Average Size:24-36" x 24-36" 

Cold Hardiness: USDA Zone 5

Description: Foliage rises from roots on thin wiry stalks with flowers that bloom in midsummer from leaf nodes near the ends of the stalks. The flowers are light purple fading to tan then dropping off over the course of several weeks. Prefers even moisture and average humidity but can tolerate minor dry spells.