Sagina subulata 'Irish Moss'

This lush, deep green, moss-like foliage forms a soft, cushy mat that works well along walkways, stepping stones, and rock gardens. Irish moss, which technically isn't a moss at all,  performs in a manner similar to moss, however, it does need some light to maintain the most amazing emerald green color.

This herbaceous perennial (evergreen in warmer zones) turns green as temperatures warm. Irish moss may turn brown during summer’s hottest days but greens up again as temperatures fall in autumn. Charming little white blooms appear sporadically throughout the growing season. 

Care for Irish moss is simple and includes cutting out browning patches in older mats. Growing Irish moss reaches only 1 to 2 inches (2.5-5 cm.) in height and when used as a lawn replacement, does not need mowing. Irish moss plants need regular watering, but should not have soggy roots. Tolerates mild foot traffic.

Arrives to you in a quart-sized pot, as shown in photo three.