Irish Moss
Sagina subulata
SKU
02913
Handsome, lush, deep green, moss-like foliage forms a soft, cushy mat that works well along walkways and between stepping stones. Tiny translucent white flowers add to its beauty in spring, and have a lovely light fragrance. Tolerates moderate foot traffic. An herbaceous perennial.
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Filtered sun, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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- 101 Market
8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
- 14th Street Garden Center
793 Jersey Ave. Jersey City NJ 07303
- 3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse
1110 3rd Ave. West Dickinson ND 58601
- 4 Ever Green Ldsp. & Dgn
21457 214th Circle Ave Milford IA 51351
| Lore | The British Natural History Museum lists S. subulata as native to Scotland where it is known in English as Heath Pearlwort and in Gaelic as Mungan M'intich. |
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| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate grower to 1 in. tall, 12 in. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Cottage |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden, Edging, Ground Cover |
| Light Needs | Filtered sun, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | All-Purpose Plant Food |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Extreme Cold Hardiness |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
| Key Feature | Pathway Plant |
Thrives in average, well-drained soils. Takes sun in cool, coastal regions; best grown in bright shade, particularly in hot southern climates. Water regularly to maintain consistent moisture. As a groundcover, space plants 9-12 in. apart; closer for faster fill.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4 - 8
Your climate may be too cold for this plant