Sagina subulata ‘Aurea’ – Golden Irish Moss

Sagina subulata ‘Aurea’, commonly known as Golden Irish Moss, is a fast-growing, low-growing perennial groundcover prized for its bright golden foliage and soft, moss-like appearance. Its dense growth creates an attractive carpet of colour, making it an excellent choice for filling gaps between stepping stones, edging pathways, rockeries and adding texture to containers.

Small white flowers appear in spring, providing a delicate contrast against the golden foliage. The semi-evergreen habit offers year-round garden interest in suitable climates, while its compact growth makes it particularly useful for small spaces and detailed landscape designs.

Golden Irish Moss performs well from mostly sun to mostly shade and prefers regular moisture with average, well-drained soil. It is an easy-to-grow groundcover that can provide a lush, colourful finish to a variety of garden settings.