Sun Flare™ Japanese Forest Grass

Sun Flare™ Japanese forest grass is the trade name for the Hakonechloa macra cultivar ‘HABsf1007’, a compact mound with cascading chartreuse foliage and burgundy-red accents. Gold, orange, and red-purple tones become more pronounced through summer and fall, especially where the plant receives brighter light. ## Garden Use Use this foliage-focused grass in a woodland bed, along a slope or water feature, as an edging, or in a mixed container. The [plant patent](https://patents.justia.com/patent/PP27734) identifies the cultivar as ‘HABsf1007’, reports a mature height of 30–45 cm and spread of 45–60 cm, and documents hardiness to at least USDA Zone 5. [Concept Plants](https://conceptplants.com/varieties/hakonechloa-macra-sunflare-habsf1007) describes the same trade name, compact cascading form, foliage colors, and partial-sun preference. ## Growing Conditions Provide partial sun or bright dappled shade and average to rich soil that retains moisture without becoming waterlogged. Color shifts with light: brighter exposure can intensify gold and crimson, while lower light keeps the leaves more chartreuse. Keep watering consistent during establishment and in dry weather. ## Maintenance This grass grows from dense rhizomes and expands gradually. In late winter, cut back the previous season’s foliage before new shoots appear; divide the clump in spring if propagation or renewal is needed.