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Selaginella kraussiana
Also Known As
- Green Spikemoss
- Krauss' Green Spikemoss
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 3"-6"
- W: 8"-12"
planting zones
- 6a-10b
Selaginella kraussiana plant details
Selaginella kraussiana is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Selaginella kraussiana
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: selaginellaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Selaginella kraussiana
- USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
- Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: deer, humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Selaginella kraussiana plant
How to Grow Selaginella kraussiana
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 2"-6"
Width: 6"-14"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 2"-4"
Width: 4"-6"
- shade
- even moisture
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Plant Type
Groundcover
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 12"-24"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture
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Plant Type
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Zones
6a-11
Size
Height: 18"
Width: 24"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 6"
Width: 12"
- mostly shade
- even moisture
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