Arenaria Aurea

Sandwort, Golden Moss

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GOLDEN MOSS SANDWORT. Tiny white flowers, gold foliage
Tickle your toes! Soft golden-green mossy foliage grows to 2" high. Perfect for tucking between stepping stones and walkway pavers. Numerous clusters of tiny white flowers distinguish Arenaria Verna Aurea from common moss. The texture and color of this appealing groundcover will soften edges of hardscaping.

Code ARVA

Patent

Plant Type Perennials, Groundcovers

Species verna

Height Short 2"

Spacing Plant 10" apart

Bloom Time Mid-Spring to Late Spring

Sun / Shade Full Sun to Half Sun / Half Shade

Zones 4-9

Soil Type Normal

Water Needs Medium

Sold In Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")

Planting Sites

  • Groundcovers

Arenaria General Information

Arenaria prefer a moist well-draining soil. Will tolerate light foot traffic and sometimes used as a small scale lawn substitute or between stepping stones. A pretty filler in containers surrounding upright plants. Idaho has restricted all potted plant material from being shipped into Idaho at this time.

Arenaria Plant Care

Any winter damaged foliage can be removed in spring if needed. Divide in early spring. Cut out sections and replant in a moderately moist soil. The resulting empty space will fill in quickly with greenery. Allow soil around established plants to dry out a bit between waterings.

Plantable Pots

Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time—no composting required—and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too!

100% Guarantee

We offer a 100% unconditional guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!

Shipping Details

We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.

Spring

  • Zone 3, 4: Early to Mid May
  • Zone 5: Late April to Early May
  • Zone 6: Mid to Late April
  • Zone 7: Early to Mid April
  • Zone 8: Late March to Early April
  • Zone 9, 10: Late March

Fall

  • Zone 2, 3, 4: Early September
  • Zone 5: Early to Mid September
  • Zone 6: Mid September
  • Zone 7: Mid to Late September
  • Zone 8, 9, 10: Late September to Early October