Irish Moss - Yellow (Sagina)
Perennial
- Bright, moss-like ground cover for the shade!
- Hundreds of white flowers bloom in spring.
- Tough-as-nails and can handle foot traffic.
- Deer resistant and easy to grow.
- Zones 4-8, sun/part sun/shade, 1" tall x 12" wide at maturity.
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Description
Details
Common name: Scotch moss
Zone: 4 - 8
Sun exposure: Shade (< 4 hours sun) to sun (+6 hours sun)
Height x width: 1" x 12"
Flower color: White
Foliage color: Chartreuse
Season of interest: Spring through fall
Bloom time: Spring
Features: Low flammability, ground covers, deer resistant
Uses: Alpine & rock, container gardening, edging, ground cover, rock garden, small spaces, underplanting
How to Grow
Light: Shade (< 4 hours sun) to sun (+6 hours sun). Try to avoid hot afternoon sun.
Water: Needs regular watering but should not have soggy roots.
Spacing: 6"- 12"
Fertilizing: Fertilizing is not required unless soils are nutrient depleted or plants appear stressed. An application of slow-release fertilizer can be applied early spring as needed.
Winterizing: For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new spring growth emerges.
Maintenance & pruning: Easily divided in early spring or fall by separating into smaller pieces.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.
I received a replacement for the Irish Moss I received… tended & planted them as instructed, and, again, they promptly turned white & withered.
I was so hoping to find a ground cover for a large new area, rather than grass.
Perhaps there’s a different, heartier ground cover that would work.
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Please note: our guarantee does not cover plants grown outside of their recommended growing zones. Verify your USDA zone by clicking 'Growing Zone' in the site navigation and entering your zip code before purchasing.
I first found out about Irish moss this summer. Picked some up at my local garden center and have been obsessed with it ever since.
I recently got a Modern Sprout "grow frame" and after putting in my plants thought that it needed a yellowish/green to make everything pop. I knew that scotch moss would be perfect for it.
So my search on the ol' internet began. Wow, couldn't find it anywhere
Etsy had a few shops that were selling literally scraps for $20 and there was no way I was going to pay that. I waited a week, and then did another Google search. Up came this website. Reviews seemed legit, and the amount I would get was great for the price too.
Okay, so when I say that I am IMPRESSED, with the packaging of my plants. I seriously was blown away. I've ordered plants before and have never seen such a well packaged plant. I actually took pictures so I could leave a review. My Irish moss came perfect and I will absolutely be ordering from you again. So thankful you had what I wanted!!
Received my bounty packaged extremely well and I’m thrilled they were so healthy and settled right in to their new home!
My plants arrived in good condition and IPlanted them two days later. They are looking good and I can't wait to see them growing and spreading in the spring. Good company that obviously takes pride in providing quality plants.
I received this item two times and all of them died. Not a good choice for Atlanta GA area.
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I am very happy with this one and I hope I will receive the same healthy one in my future orders.
Love
Great packaging!!! Plants very healthy. Mine are more green than yellow.
the worst experience I've ever had purchasing plants online. The first time I tried Great Garden Plants and all of the 4 Irish Moss died after 1 week.
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The yellow moss was wonderful healthy when it arrived and is thriving now. Adds a nice splash of color to my otherwise all green spot.
4 of my Irish moss died right away. A bit frustrating.
We're sorry you're having trouble with your plants. There could be a few different thingd that cause this to happen, but our team of horticulture experts are ready to assist you! Please contact our customer service team at [email protected] with your order number and photos of the plants. All orders are covered by our 60-day gaurantee. We appreciate your feedback, and look forward to helping!
I thought the containers would be more full. But they were nice and healthy.
The plants arrived healthy and strong. All plants in the ground and looking good. Can’t wait for them to take off!
Love love it
I love the feel, color and low height of the Irish moss and will order it again in the fall once the heat is better. I will also be sure it gets very little or dappled sunlight. The plants came in very good condition and acclimated well and quickly. However, I had misjudged the amount of sun it would get - because the sun comes from a different part of the sky in the summer - and I was away for 5 days during a heat wave and it got burned. It may come back still - but I have discovered some other places where it will thrive I think and will try there in the fall.
Hello! We're sorry to hear that you're having trouble with your Irish Moss. Our horticulture team is always happy to help out. If you'd like for us to take a look and provide any tips we may have, please send us some photos to [email protected] and we will take a look. Happy Gardening!
I received my plants packaged with care. They are thriving in my little garden.
Multiple of my plants have died in just the first week or so. Followed all the directions and still they died. Very frustrating and very expensive lesson!
Could not get it to grow. Moved it around to various locations but no luck
Lovely, healthy plant. I will be ordering more.
I planted many in a shaded area but only three are thriving
Hello Nikki! We're sorry to hear you're not having success with your new plants. Feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] with some pictures so we can take a look at what's going on with your Irish moss. We look forward to hearing from you!
Is it pet friendlu
Yes, Irish Moss is pet friendly.
Does this stay green through the winter in zone 8
Irish Moss is generally considered a perennial ground cover that tends to stay green throughout the year in milder climates. Since zone 8 features a relatively mild winter, it's likely that Irish Moss would remain green.
WHAT HAPPENS TO IRISH MOSS ON THE WINTER?
Hello there! Irish Moss is hardy in USDA zones 4-8. This means it can survive winter conditions in those zones. To help it through the winter, it's usually advised to ensure the plant is well-established before the cold sets in and to avoid excess moisture that can lead to frost damage. For a neat appearance, you can remove old foliage before new spring growth emerges.
Can we plant the Irish moss (yellow) in August in Illinois?
Hello! Fall is a great time for planting in both cool and warm climates. In cool zones, get to the task at least six weeks before the ground freezes. In warm to hot areas, fall planting is recommended because it provides the longest possible time until the most stressful weather conditions – summer heat – return.
I’d like to plant this on a 6-ft wide by 50-ft long mostly shade waking path over a septic field. I’m in 27516 zip code (zone 8). Will these plants spread? If so., how many plants should I get and how will it take to fill in the path? What’s the best time of year to plant it? It’s been very hot this summer so I assume wait til fall?
Hello! Irish Moss - Yellow is rated for USDA zones 4-8 and it will take about 3-5 years to reach its mature width of 12 inches. You can use the Plant Calculator tool on the plant product page to find out how many plants will fill that area.