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Irish Moss-Sagina subulata-Evergreen ground cover 4" Pot (Pack of 4)

Irish Moss-Sagina subulata-Evergreen ground cover 4" Pot (Pack of 4)

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Sagina subulata 'Irish Moss'

Sagina subulata 'Irish Moss'

Description

Irish Moss, or Sagina subulata, is a lush, evergreen ground cover that forms a dense mat of bright green foliage. It is known for its soft, moss-like appearance and tiny white flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. This plant is perfect for filling in gaps between stepping stones or as a lawn substitute in low-traffic areas.

Suggested Uses

Irish Moss is ideal for rock gardens, between pavers, as a ground cover, or in containers. It can also be used to create a soft, green carpet in shaded areas of the garden.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Sagina subulata 'Irish Moss'
  • Common Name Common Name: Irish Moss
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 1-2 inches tall, spreading 12 inches wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Thyme, Sedum, and other low-growing perennials

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Space plants 6-12 inches apart in well-drained soil
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers sandy or loamy soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Trim lightly to maintain shape and remove dead foliage
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch lightly in colder zones to protect roots
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring
  • Special Care Special Care: Avoid overwatering and ensure good drainage to prevent root rot
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