(Sagina subulata 'Irish Moss')
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Irish Moss is a hardy, low-growing, evergreen, perennial groundcover native to the northern Mediterranean region and Southern Europe but can be found growing in gardens and lawns throughout the United States. At maturity, this plant reaches a height of 1-2” and features deep green moss-like leaves and tiny white daisy-like flowers. This plant can be grown in a container, tolerates frost, and attracts bees.
- Non-GMO
- Garden Flower
- Open Pollinated
- Groundcover
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General Information
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Genus: Sagina
Species: subulata
Variety: Irish Moss
Also Known As: Pearlwort
Grown as: Perennial
Maturity (Blooms): Spring and summer
Hardiness: Hardy. Iris Moss can withstand temperatures as low as -30 °F.
Light: In colder areas, Irish Moss appreciates full sunshine. In hotter climates, it will do best with afternoon shade to provide shelter from the intense heat.
Water: Medium to Low.
Soil Moisture: Medium to low moisture.
Suitability: Makes a good small scale groundcover. Perfectly sized for rock gardens and border fronts. Perfect selection for filling in between paving stones.
Attracts Beneficial Insects?: Yes. Bees.
Containers?: Yes. Irish moss is also suitable for container growing. Select a pot, preferably terra cotta, that is wide and shallow.
Maintenance: Low
Height: 1-2”
Width: 1'
Spacing: 6-9”
Sow Depth: On the soil surface
USDA Zone: 4-10
Produces: Deep green moss-like leaves and tiny white daisy-like flowers.
Garden Uses: Asian Gardens, Cottage Garden, and Rock Garden.
Genus: Sagina
Species: subulata
Variety: Irish Moss
Also Known As: Pearlwort
Grown as: Perennial
Maturity (Blooms): Spring and summer
Hardiness: Hardy. Iris Moss can withstand temperatures as low as -30 °F.
Light: In colder areas, Irish Moss appreciates full sunshine. In hotter climates, it will do best with afternoon shade to provide shelter from the intense heat.
Water: Medium to Low.
Soil Moisture: Medium to low moisture.
Suitability: Makes a good small scale groundcover. Perfectly sized for rock gardens and border fronts. Perfect selection for filling in between paving stones.
Attracts Beneficial Insects?: Yes. Bees.
Containers?: Yes. Irish moss is also suitable for container growing. Select a pot, preferably terra cotta, that is wide and shallow.
Maintenance: Low
Height: 1-2”
Width: 1'
Spacing: 6-9”
Sow Depth: On the soil surface
USDA Zone: 4-10
Produces: Deep green moss-like leaves and tiny white daisy-like flowers.
Garden Uses: Asian Gardens, Cottage Garden, and Rock Garden.