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Sagina subulata – Aurea
Sagina subulata ‘Aurea’, commonly known as Golden or Scotch Moss, is a sensational groundcover that forms a vibrant, chartreuse-gold carpet just about an inch tall. Its evergreen, moss-like foliage glows with color, offering year-round appeal, especially when paired with stepping stones, rock gardens, or container plantings. In spring, delicate white star-shaped flowers add a lovely contrast that draws the eye. Exceptionally low-maintenance yet hardy, ‘Aurea’ tolerates light foot traffic, deer, and thrives in both full sun and partial shade provided moisture is consistent and drainage is good.
- 1 - 2.5" Plug
- Neon‑gold evergreen carpet
- Tolerates light foot traffic, tiny white spring flowers
- Evergreen ground cover
| Specifications | Details |
|---|---|
| Colour | Chartreuse‑gold foliage, white flowers |
| Hardiness Zone | 4 - 9 |
| Plant Height | ~1 in (2–3 cm) |
| Plant Width | 6–12 in (15–30 cm) |
| Sun Requirements | Full sun to part shade |
| Fragrant | Not specified |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Plant Timing | March - April |
| Bloom Timing | June - August |
| Plant Depth | Plug placed shallowly (~1–2 cm deep) |
| Plant Spacing | ~8–12 in (20–30 cm) apart |
Description
Sagina subulata – Aurea
Sagina subulata ‘Aurea’, commonly known as Golden or Scotch Moss, is a sensational groundcover that forms a vibrant, chartreuse-gold carpet just about an inch tall. Its evergreen, moss-like foliage glows with color, offering year-round appeal, especially when paired with stepping stones, rock gardens, or container plantings. In spring, delicate white star-shaped flowers add a lovely contrast that draws the eye. Exceptionally low-maintenance yet hardy, ‘Aurea’ tolerates light foot traffic, deer, and thrives in both full sun and partial shade provided moisture is consistent and drainage is good.
- 1 - 2.5" Plug
- Neon‑gold evergreen carpet
- Tolerates light foot traffic, tiny white spring flowers
- Evergreen ground cover
| Specifications | Details |
|---|---|
| Colour | Chartreuse‑gold foliage, white flowers |
| Hardiness Zone | 4 - 9 |
| Plant Height | ~1 in (2–3 cm) |
| Plant Width | 6–12 in (15–30 cm) |
| Sun Requirements | Full sun to part shade |
| Fragrant | Not specified |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Plant Timing | March - April |
| Bloom Timing | June - August |
| Plant Depth | Plug placed shallowly (~1–2 cm deep) |
| Plant Spacing | ~8–12 in (20–30 cm) apart |
