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Sagina subulata Irish Moss

Irish/Scotch Moss

Mat forming dark green short grass like foliage with small white daisy-like blossoms in spring. Great in rock gardens, as a ground cover, and between stepping stones.

  • »  Creeping, solid deep-green, ground-hugging foliage
  • »  Small, white, star-like flowers sporadically through summer
  • »  Flowers give way to small triangular seeds; will self-seed
  • »  Likes sun; best suited for cooler climates; water in heat spell
  • »  Tolerates light foot traffic
  • »  Useful as carpet around stepping stones or path edge

Attributes
Ground Cover
Exposure
Partial Sun
Full Sun
Habit
Spreading
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Late Spring
Spring
Summer
Soil Moisture
Light Water