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Selaginella martensii 'Watsoniana'

Also Known As

  • Selaginella martensii 'Frosty'
  • Selaginella species 'Frosty'
  • Selaginella tamariscina (misapplied)
  • Frosty Club Moss
  • White Tip Spikemoss

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-8"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 9a-12

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Selaginella martensii 'Watsoniana' plant details

Selaginella martensii 'Watsoniana' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Selaginella martensii 'Watsoniana'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: selaginellaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Selaginella martensii 'Watsoniana'

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Whorls of densely tufted, deep-green foliage with frosty white tips grow on stems branched nearly to the base. Evergreen. Thrives in moist conditions with high humidity and moderate to low light. A good companion for ferns or other shade-lovers. Perfect for enclosed gardens, terrariums or dish gardens.
This upright bushy grower has white-tipped foliage which adds a pleasing touch to a crowded windowsill or terrarium. Since it only grows 6-8" tall and does well in low light or shade, this one is ideal for any growing area.

Gardening facts about Selaginella martensii 'Watsoniana' plant

How to Grow Selaginella martensii 'Watsoniana'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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