Sagina subulata - Irish Moss

Irish Moss

Sagina subulata

Also called Pearlwort

  • AKA Arenaria verna
  • Mat-forming evergreen perennial
  • Rooting stems form cushions of linear green leaves
  • Tiny five-petaled white flowers
  • Effective for crevices or borders along walkways
  • Bloom Time: Summer
  • Flower Size: 2 mm

ZONE:
4

COLOUR:
White

HEIGHT:
2-5 cm

SPREAD:
20-25 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:


Grows best in an average to moist, well-drained soil, in full sun with dappled shade in the afternoon. Tolerant of poor soils as long as there is adequate drainage. Dislikes hot, dry conditions and requires very little maintenance. 

Characteristics & Attributes


GROWTH RATE:
Slow
FLOWERING TIME:
Summer
FOLIAGE COLOR:
Green (dark)
LANDSCAPE USES:
Border/edging