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Scotch Moss

Arenaria verna, Caryophyllaceae

Zones
4a–8b
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Ground Cover

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Sun (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

5 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Snow-in-SummerCerastium tomentosum
Wind ProtectionPhysical Support

Antagonistic Plants

Creeping JennyLysimachia nummularia

Creeping jenny's vigorous growth may outcompete slow-growing Scotch moss

Fountain GrassPennisetum alopecuroides

Large clumping grass shades out small moss-like groundcover

Uses

Functions

Soil StabilizationGround Cover

Common Questions

What zones does Scotch Moss grow in?

Scotch Moss grows in USDA hardiness zones 4a through 8b.

What are good companion plants for Scotch Moss?

Good companions for Scotch Moss include Snow-in-Summer.

Design guilds with Scotch Moss and see companion relationships visually.

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