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Selaginella helvetica (Selaginella helvetica)
1 hour care
per year
per year
0.1m
Max height
Max height
0.1m
Max spread
Max spread
2-5 years
To maturity
To maturity
Plant details
Botanical name
Selaginella helvetica
Other names
Selaginella helvetica
Genus
Selaginella Selaginella
Species
S. helvetica - S. helvetica is a low-growing, evergreen perennial grown for its foliage which looks rather like moss.
Selaginella helvetica is: Evergreen
Habit
Compact
Foliage
Golden-yellow in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Scale insects , Slugs , Snails Scale insects , Slugs , Snails
General care
Propagation methods
Semi-ripe cuttings
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Where to grow
Selaginella helvetica (Selaginella helvetica) will reach a height of 0.1m and a spread of 0.1m after 2-5 years.
Suggested uses
Containers, Gravel, Greenhouse, Low Maintenance, Rock
Cultivation
Plant in moist, acidic soil in semi-shade in a sheltered position. Grow in peat if in containers, also suitable for shady spots on rockeries. Keep free of weeds and remove faded foliage. If growing under cover, maintain good humidity levels.
Soil type
Loamy
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained
Soil pH
Acid
Light
Partial Shade
Aspect
North, East
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Tender in frost (H3)
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Botanical name
Selaginella helvetica
Other names
Selaginella helvetica
Genus
Selaginella Selaginella
Species
S. helvetica - S. helvetica is a low-growing, evergreen perennial grown for its foliage which looks rather like moss.
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Compact
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Colour
Foliage
Golden-yellow in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Scale insects , Slugs , Snails
General care
Propagation methods
Semi-ripe cuttings
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Where to grow
Selaginella helvetica (Selaginella helvetica) will reach a height of 0.1m and a spread of 0.1m after 2-5 years.
Suggested uses
Containers, Gravel, Greenhouse, Low Maintenance, Rock
Cultivation
Plant in moist, acidic soil in semi-shade in a sheltered position. Grow in peat if in containers, also suitable for shady spots on rockeries. Keep free of weeds and remove faded foliage. If growing under cover, maintain good humidity levels.
Soil type
Loamy
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained
Soil pH
Acid
Light
Partial Shade
Aspect
North, East
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Tender in frost (H3)
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| Hardiness: | Tender in frost (H3) | Tell us... |
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