Irish Moss

Common name

Irish Moss

Botanical name

Sagina subulata

Variety

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Zone

USDA Zone 4 (-30°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).

Light

Part sun

Height

2" (5 cm)

Habit

Spreading

Feed

Use all-purpose

Water

Weekly during dry spells

Bloom Color

Green

Bloom Time

Spring-summer

Maintenance

Pinch back for fuller appearance

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About

Lush green foliage forms a dense, mosslike carpet. Ideal for planting between paving stones or on rock walls and excellent at garden's or water's edge or as a small-scale ground cover. Performs best in light, moist, well-drained soils.

Companion Plants

Candytuft