SAGINA SUBULATA AUREA / SCOTCH MOSS

SAGINA SUBULATA AUREA / SCOTCH MOSS

A Bright Golden Groundcover with a Luxurious Texture

Sagina subulata aurea, commonly known as Scotch Moss, is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that forms a dense, carpet-like groundcover. Its bright golden foliage creates a stunning contrast in garden beds, pathways, and rock gardens. This vibrant moss-like plant thrives in cool, moist conditions and offers a soft, velvety texture, adding a touch of elegance to any landscape.

Why Choose Sagina Subulata Aurea?

• Golden Foliage: The striking golden yellow leaves of Scotch Moss stand out, adding a splash of color and brightness to shaded or partially sunny areas.
• Soft, Moss-Like Texture: Its dense, low-growing foliage feels soft underfoot, making it perfect for areas where you desire a velvety, cushiony effect.
• Versatile Groundcover: Ideal for filling in between stones, in rock gardens, or as a lawn alternative, Scotch Moss offers a uniform, lush appearance.
• Attractive White Flowers: In late spring to early summer, small white flowers bloom, adding extra beauty to the plant’s golden foliage.

Key Features:

• Bright Golden Foliage: The golden-yellow leaves provide a radiant color, contrasting beautifully with other plants and hardscape elements.
• Soft Texture: The moss-like texture is pleasing to touch, perfect for walkways, rock gardens, and areas where a plush groundcover is desired.
• White Flowers: Small, star-like white flowers appear in late spring to early summer, adding delicate contrast against the golden foliage.
• Low-Maintenance: Once established, Scotch Moss is easy to care for, requiring minimal watering and maintenance.
• Drought Tolerant: While it prefers moist, cool conditions, it is also fairly drought-tolerant once established.

Specifications:

• Plant Size: 2–3 inches tall, spreading 6–12 inches wide.
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–8.
• Sunlight: Full sun to part shade.
• Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained, moist soil; can tolerate some dryness but thrives best in consistently moist conditions.

Ideal Uses:

• Groundcover: Its dense, spreading nature makes it perfect for covering bare spots between stepping stones or filling gaps in rock gardens.
• Lawns & Walkways: An excellent alternative to traditional grass lawns, offering a softer, more unique texture for pathways or low-traffic areas.
• Container & Hanging Basket Accent: Due to its spreading habit and small size, it is a great choice for hanging baskets or as a filler plant in containers.
• Low-Maintenance Landscapes: Once established, Scotch Moss requires minimal care, making it a good choice for gardens that are easy to maintain.

Sagina subulata aurea (Scotch Moss) brings a vibrant splash of golden color to gardens with its dense, soft texture and beautiful white flowers. Its versatility as a groundcover, ability to thrive in various light conditions, and ease of care make it an excellent choice for enhancing shaded gardens, pathways, and rockeries.