ALBOSTRAITA JAPANESE FOREST GRASS
HAKONECHLOA MAC ALBOSTRIATA
Hakonechloa macra 'Albostriata'
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ALBOSTRAITA JAPANESE FOREST GRASS
Hakonechloa macra 'Albostriata', commonly known as White-Striped Hakone Grass, is a sophisticated deciduous perennial prized for its graceful, "waterfall" habit and cool-toned variegation. Unlike the more common golden varieties, 'Albostriata' features wider, forest-green blades elegantly streaked with crisp creamy-white stripes. Growing in a cascading mound about 15 to 18 inches tall and slightly wider, it offers a more upright and vigorous growth habit than its solid green or gold cousins. In the autumn, the white-and-green foliage often takes on a subtle, charming pink or coppery tint before going dormant for the winter.
Caring for 'Albostriata' is straightforward, provided it is tucked into a cool, sheltered spot in the garden. It thrives in partial shade, where its white variegation can brighten up dark corners without the risk of the leaf tips browning in intense sun. This grass prefers rich, organic, and consistently moist soil, making it a perfect companion for Hostas and Ferns, though it does not tolerate soggy, stagnant water. Because it is deciduous, it will turn brown and die back completely in the winter; simply cut the dead foliage to the ground in late winter or very early spring before the fresh, white-striped shoots begin to emerge from the soil.
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con = containers - available now
Galena = Above ground and available now
Additional = Remote location, call rep. Not in Shop.
Dig = Still in ground, call rep. Not in Shop (in orange).
Soon = Coming soon, call rep. Not in Shop.
(BBnPOT - formerly known as GRSTART - are B&B put into a container - they are available now)
