Hakonechloa macra 'Sunny Delight'

Also Known As

Sunny Delight Japanese Forest Grass

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 14"
W: 22"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Hakonechloa macra 'Sunny Delight' plant details

Hakonechloa macra 'Sunny Delight' is a deciduous perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with gold, green and variegated foliage. In fall tan flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hakonechloa macra 'Sunny Delight'

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 22 IN wide, 14 IN tall
Flowers: tan blooms in fall
Uses: container plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hakonechloa macra 'Sunny Delight'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Its airy cascading form and green brightly streaked with yellow blades (the reverse of Aureola) make this 14" x 22" grass striking in border or accent. PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Hakonechloa macra 'Sunny Delight' has dark green narrow grassy leaves with narrow golden yellow stripes. This makes a lush green grass for the shade.

By: Gossler Farms

'Sunny Delight' Hakone Grass is a beautiful addition to the shady or partially shaded border, with it's arching fountains of green blades streaked with gold (the reverse of the cultivar 'Aureola', which has a gold base with green streaks). It will grow to be about 14-15" tall and 22-24" wide with time. Easy care and deer resistant, although be on watch for bunnies eating its young shoots in early spring.

By: Avant Gardens

This great plant is the reverse variegation of 'Aureola'…green blades with yellow streaks! Grows a little taller than 'Aureola' and is a striking contrast with it's cascading form. Good in any partially shady location.