Overview
Hakonechloa macra 'Greenhills' is a clump forming grass like in the genus Hakonechloa, part of the Poaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hakonechloa macra 'Greenhills' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens and cottage and informal garden.
About the genus
Hakonechloa is a perennial grass that loses its leaves in winter, developing a dense clump of gracefully bending stems. It features narrow leaves and produces arching flower panicles during the late summer and fall.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hakonechloa
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, North-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Hakonechloa macra 'Greenhills' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Grass Like
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hakonechloa macra 'Greenhills'
- Cultivation
- Well-drained soil, full sun
- Propagation
- Divide in spring, when large enough.
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Hakonechloa macra 'Greenhills'?
Well-drained soil, full sun.
Where is the best place to plant Hakonechloa macra 'Greenhills'?
Hakonechloa macra 'Greenhills' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Hakonechloa macra 'Greenhills' need?
Hakonechloa macra 'Greenhills' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Hakonechloa macra 'Greenhills' hardy in the UK?
Hakonechloa macra 'Greenhills' has a UK hardiness rating of H7.
How do I propagate Hakonechloa macra 'Greenhills'?
Divide in spring, when large enough.