Golden Scotch Moss
Common name
Golden Scotch Moss
Botanical name
Sagina subulata
Variety
Aurea
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
Yellow
Bloom Time
Spring-summer
Maintenance
Pinch back for fuller appearance
About
Lush golden-yellow 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.