Hakonechloa 'Albo-striata'

Hakonechloa macra ‘Albostriata’, also sold as ‘Albo-striata’, is a slow-growing, deciduous grass with arching green leaves striped in creamy white. The Royal Horticultural Society describes a mound about 45 cm tall with late-summer pale green flower sprays; cultivar references list a compact spread of roughly 12–24 inches. ## Garden placement Use the cascading mound along a shaded border, path edge, woodland planting, or container. The striped leaves brighten partial shade and pair naturally with hostas and ferns. Autumn brings red-brown tones to the foliage, which can persist into winter. ## Growing conditions Plant in partial or full shade in moist but well-drained, humus-rich soil. It tolerates a range of soil textures, but standing water and prolonged dryness are poor fits. The RHS includes both ‘Albo-striata’ and ‘Albostriata’ among the names associated with this selection; its USDA zone range is listed as 5–9 by Perennials.com. ## Maintenance Allow the clump to establish before dividing; mature clumps can be divided in early spring, using generous divisions. In late winter, remove old flower stems and dead foliage at the base to make room for new growth. Sources: [RHS: Hakonechloa macra 'Albostriata'](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/168840/hakonechloa-macra-albostriata/details); [Perennials.com: Hakonechloa macra ‘Albostriata’](https://www.perennials.com/plants/hakonechloa-macra-albostriata.html).