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Irish Moss Ground Cover

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Irish Moss Ground Cover

Season: Perennial

USDA Zones: 4 - 10

Height: 1 - 2 inches

Width: 6 - 12 inches

Bloom Season: Spring and summer

Bloom Color: White

Growth Rate: Moderate

Environment: Full sun to partial shade

Foot Traffic: Moderate

Deer Resistant: Yes

Temperature: 64 - 72F

Average Germ Time: 14 - 21 days

Light Required: Yes

Depth: Surface sow seed, do not cover

Soil Type: Moisture retentive, gritty, well-drained soil, pH 5.5 - 7.0

Sowing Rate: 3 - 5 seeds per cell or approximately 5000 seeds covers 100 square feet

Moisture: Keep soil slightly moist, but not wet until germination

Plant Spacing: 6 - 9 inches

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