{"product_id":"hakone-grass","title":"Hakone Grass","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"pd-title-head\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003eHakonechloa macra\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shade gardens, borders, woodland plantings, containers, groundcover massing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Graceful cascading foliage, excellent shade tolerance, reliable perennial performance, deer resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial Shade to Shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLife Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy Perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clump-Forming, Arching, Cascading\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft Green (seasonally shifting to golden tones in fall)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–18 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–24 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA refined, flowing ornamental grass that thrives where others struggle—especially in shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHakonechloa macra\u003c\/em\u003e, commonly known as Japanese Forest Grass, forms elegant, arching mounds of soft green foliage that create movement and texture in woodland gardens and shaded borders. Its cascading habit makes it especially effective along pathways, retaining walls, and container edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it produces small summer flowers, the primary ornamental feature is its graceful foliage, which may take on warmer tones as the season progresses. It is well suited for urban environments and tolerant of air pollution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHakone Grass Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in partial shade to full shade. Avoid strong afternoon sun, particularly in warmer zones, to prevent leaf scorch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefers consistently moist, well-draining soil. Water regularly during establishment and during extended dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/almanacplanting.com\/products\/slow-release-fertilizer\" title=\"Almanac Planting Co Slow Release Fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eslow release fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e in early spring if additional vigor is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut back foliage to approximately 3–4 inches above ground in late winter or very early spring before new growth emerges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePropagation is best achieved by division in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSize\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Size is Hakone Grass for Sale Online?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cem\u003eHakonechloa macra\u003c\/em\u003e ships in a greenhouse-grade grow pot and will be appropriately sized for its container at the time of shipment. Please \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/almanacplanting.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Almanac Planting Co\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e with any specific size questions before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Large Does Hakone Grass Grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMature plants typically reach 12–18 inches tall and spread 12–24 inches wide, forming a gently cascading mound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the common names for Hakonechloa macra?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon names include Hakone Grass, Japanese Forest Grass, and Forest Grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Hakone Grass deer resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ornamental grass is commonly regarded as deer resistant. Browse more browsing-resistant selections in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/almanacplanting.com\/collections\/deer-resistant-plants\"\u003eDeer Resistant Plants\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I find more ornamental grasses?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore additional texture-rich selections in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/almanacplanting.com\/collections\/grasses\"\u003eOrnamental Grasses\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Almanac Planting Co","offers":[{"title":"1 Quart \/ Ship ASAP","offer_id":48971295948957,"sku":"APC-HG-1qt-1yr","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 Gallon \/ Ship ASAP","offer_id":48971295981725,"sku":"APC-HG-1-1yr","price":48.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/8463\/0173\/files\/Hakone-Grass-1.jpg?v=1790812047","url":"https:\/\/everyday-cannabis.com\/products\/hakone-grass","provider":"Everyday Cannabis","version":"1.0","type":"link"}