Product Description
Selaginella kraussiana 'Aurea'
a/k/a Gold Clubmoss, Golden Spikemoss
Zones 7 to 9.
Partial to full shade
Mature stems may reach about 6 inches tall,
with clumps reaching up to 2 feet across.
Selaginella kraussiana 'Aurea', also known as Golden Club Moss or Goldtip Spikemoss, is a vibrant, spreading groundcover prized for its bright golden-yellow foliage. It is a fantastic choice for adding a touch of color and texture to shady areas in gardens or as a captivating addition to terrariums and indoor plantings.
- Foliage: The most striking feature is its bright, golden-yellow, feathery foliage. The small, scale-like leaves create a dense, moss-like texture that adds a unique touch to any setting.
- Growth Habit: It is a low-growing, spreading plant that forms a dense mat, typically reaching 2-4 inches tall and spreading 15-18 inches wide. It spreads rapidly, making it an excellent groundcover for small areas.
- Hardiness: It is hardy in USDA zones 6-10, but it is often grown as a houseplant or annual in colder climates.
- Shade Tolerance: Unlike many brightly colored plants, it thrives in shady conditions, making it a valuable addition to gardens with limited sunlight.
- Moisture-Loving: It prefers consistently moist soil and high humidity, making it well-suited for terrariums or humid environments.
Growing Conditions:
- Sunlight: It prefers shade to partial shade. Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the foliage.
- Soil: It thrives in moist, well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.
- Moisture: Keep the soil consistently moist, but not soggy. It is important to avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot.
- Humidity: It prefers high humidity, especially when grown indoors. Misting regularly or using a humidifier can help maintain adequate humidity.
Uses in the Landscape:
- Groundcover: Its spreading habit makes it ideal for covering ground in shady areas, suppressing weeds, and adding a splash of bright color.
- Terrariums and Indoor Plantings: It is a popular choice for terrariums and indoor plantings due to its shade tolerance and moisture-loving nature.
- Containers: It can be used as a spiller or filler in containers, adding texture and color.
- Companion Plant: It pairs well with ferns and other shade-loving plants.
Additional Tips:
- Pruning: It can be pruned lightly to maintain its shape or control its spread.
- Propagation: It is easy to propagate by division or stem cuttings.
- Foot Traffic: It can tolerate light foot traffic.
- Winter Care: In colder climates, it can be overwintered indoors as a houseplant.
Overall, Selaginella kraussiana 'Aurea' is a vibrant and versatile groundcover that adds a touch of sunshine to shady gardens and indoor spaces. Its bright golden foliage, shade tolerance, and moisture-loving nature make it a popular choice for gardeners seeking an easy-care plant that thrives in low-light conditions.
Ten (10) plants in 4.5-inch containers per flat (or tray).
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
