Scotch Moss

Sagina subulata 'Aurea'

SKU #06239
4-8

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Handsome, lush, chartreuse to yellow, moss-like foliage forms a soft mat that works well along walkways and between stepping stones. Tiny translucent white flowers add to its beauty in spring. Tolerates moderate foot traffic. An herbaceous perennial.
LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Keep soil lightly moist.
SIZE: Moderate grower to 1 in. tall and 12 in. wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-8

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Bloom TimeSpring
Deciduous/EvergreenHerbaceous
Special FeaturesDramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Landscape UseContainer, Ground Cover, Edging
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorChartreuse
Care InstructionsThrives in average, well-drained soils. Takes sun in cool, coastal regions; best 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.
LoreThe 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.
Details
Bloom TimeSpring
Deciduous/EvergreenHerbaceous
Special FeaturesDramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Style
Landscape UseContainer, Ground Cover, Edging
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorChartreuse
Care
Care InstructionsThrives in average, well-drained soils. Takes sun in cool, coastal regions; best 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.
History
LoreThe 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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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.