Hakonechloa macra 'All Gold'

Hakonechloa macra ‘All Gold’ (Japanese Forest Grass ‘All Gold’) is a graceful, clump-forming ornamental grass prized for its arching habit and vibrant chartreuse-gold foliage that brightens shaded spots. In summer it produces delicate, greenish flower panicles held just above the leaves, adding subtle texture. Thriving in part shade to full shade and rich, consistently moist, well-drained soil, it forms a non-invasive mound that adds year-round interest (foliage hardens off to pale green in winter). Hardy in Canadian zones 5–9, it’s low-maintenance and deer-resistant—perfect for borders, containers or woodland gardens.

Key Features
• Botanical name: Hakonechloa macra ‘All Gold’
• Common name: Japanese Forest Grass ‘All Gold’
• Hardiness zones: Canada Zone 5–9
• Exposure: Part shade to full shade
• Soil: Rich, moist, well-drained; high in organic matter
• Height: 30–45 cm (12–18 in)
• Width: 60–90 cm (24–36 in)
• Foliage: Arching chartreuse-gold blades that mature to pale green in winter
• Flower colour: Subtle greenish panicles
• Bloom time: Early to mid summer
• Maintenance: Low; cut back old foliage in early spring
• Advantages: Brightens shade; non-invasive mound habit; deer-resistant; excellent in containers and mixed borders