Product Introduction

Selaginella kraussiana 'Aurea,' commonly known as Golden Spikemoss, is a vibrant and low-growing plant that adds a lush, moss-like texture to terrariums, fairy gardens, and shaded landscapes. Its delicate, feathery foliage in a bright golden-green hue makes it an excellent choice for enhancing small-scale garden designs, ground cover, or indoor greenery.

Why Choose Selaginella kraussiana 'Aurea'?

• Features soft, trailing foliage with a striking golden-green color.
• Perfect for terrariums, fairy gardens, and shaded outdoor landscapes.
• Thrives in humid conditions, making it an excellent houseplant.
• Low-maintenance and easy to care for.
• Adds a natural, moss-like texture to any garden or indoor setting.

How to Grow and Care for Selaginella kraussiana 'Aurea'

Planting Instructions

• Planting Time: Can be planted year-round in suitable indoor conditions or during the growing season outdoors.
• Location: Prefers partial to full shade; avoid direct, harsh sunlight.
• Soil Preparation: Requires moist, well-draining soil enriched with organic matter. A peat-based or loamy soil mix is ideal.
• Planting Depth & Spacing: Plant at soil level with 4-6 inches of spacing to allow for spreading growth.

Care and Maintenance

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. It thrives in high humidity, making it ideal for terrariums.
• Humidity & Temperature: Prefers humid environments with temperatures between 60-75°F (16-24°C).
• Fertilization: Apply a diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season for healthy growth.
• Pruning: Trim occasionally to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth.

Overwintering & Propagation

• Indoor Growth: Suitable for year-round indoor cultivation in terrariums or pots.
• Outdoor Growth: In colder climates, bring indoors during winter to protect from frost.
• Propagation: Easily propagated through division or cuttings placed in moist soil.

Benefits of Growing Selaginella kraussiana 'Aurea'

• Creates a beautiful carpet-like effect in shaded areas.
• Excellent for adding greenery to terrariums and fairy gardens.
• Helps improve indoor air quality when grown as a houseplant.
• Easy to grow and maintain, even for beginners.
• Adds texture and color variation to garden landscapes.

Specifications

• Quantity: Available in packs of 3
• Mature Height: 2-4 inches, spreading up to 12 inches.
• Light Requirements: Partial to full shade.
• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained, organic-rich soil.
• Uses: Terrariums, fairy gardens, ground cover, indoor plant.