Hakonechloa macra All Gold

All Gold Japanese Forest Grass

Hakonechloa macra ‘All Gold’ is a vibrant, cool-season ornamental grass valued for its solid golden-yellow foliage and graceful, cascading habit. Bright yellow leaves emerge in spring, form a soft, flowing mound through summer, and develop warm golden to orange tones in fall, while small, inconspicuous flower spikes appear in late summer. Its bold color and elegant movement make it a standout in shaded landscapes.

Type: Perennial ornamental grass

Mature Size:
Width: 18–24 in
Height: 12–18 in
(10-year size: slowly expanding clumps)

USDA Zones: 5a–9b
Form: Arching, cascading, mounded clump
Light: Partial shade to full shade (best color in filtered light; tolerates more sun with moisture)
Soil: Moist, well-drained soils; prefers rich, humus soils
Water: Moderate; requires consistent moisture

Wildlife: Provides cover; supports beneficial insects


Features & Landscape Uses


Bright, solid golden foliage for strong contrast



Graceful cascading habit adds movement



Ideal for woodland gardens, borders, and containers



Pairs well with dark-leaved or blue plants




Care
Prefers partial shade and consistent moisture—avoid hot, dry conditions. Cut back in early spring before new growth emerges. Benefits from mulch and rich soil. Divide every few years to maintain vigor.

Plant type

Ornamental Grass

Height

12-18''

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Shade, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Early Fall, Fall, Late Summer

Leaf color

Yellow

Fall color

Yellow

Soil

Loamy, Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Arching, Clumping, Mounded

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No