Irish Moss is a charming and delicate-looking evergreen perennial that forms a lush, velvety mat of tiny, bright green foliage, resembling a miniature mossy lawn. In late spring and early summer, it becomes dotted with a profusion of tiny, star-shaped white flowers, creating a beautiful, frosted effect. While it appears fragile, it is a surprisingly tough and versatile ground cover, perfect for softening the edges of pathways, filling gaps between stepping stones, or creating intricate green patterns in rock gardens and fairy gardens.
Velvety, Moss-Like Evergreen Carpet: Forms a dense, low-growing mat of soft, needle-like foliage that remains bright green year-round in mild climates, providing superb texture.
Profusion of Tiny White Stars: Blooms in late spring with countless miniature, five-petaled white flowers that rise just above the foliage, creating a delicate, fairy-tale appearance.
Perfect for Filling Crevices and Softening Edges: Thrives in the narrow spaces between pavers and stepping stones, where it can handle light foot traffic and creates a seamless, living green mortar.
Prefers Cool, Moist Conditions: Performs best in partial shade with consistently moist, well-drained soil. It struggles in the hot, dry conditions of full sun in warmer climates.
Versatile for Small-Scale Landscaping: An ideal plant for rock gardens, between flagstones, along garden borders, or in containers and terrariums where its fine texture can be appreciated up close.
