groundcover⛅ part shade💧💧💧 high waterZone 2a – Zone 10b
Common Haircap Moss is a non-vascular moss that forms dense, upright cushions or mats in damp, shaded areas. It thrives in acidic soils and moist conditions, making it ideal for woodland gardens, rock gardens, and areas where traditional plants struggle.
Overview
Form
Upright
Growth Rate
slow
Size
0.25–1.5′ tall
Dormancy
evergreen
Tolerances & Soil
low
Zone 2aZone 10b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 2a to Zone 10b
Seasonality
Season of Interest
SpringSummerFallWinter
Ground cover
Low spreading plants that carpet the soil.
Succession Role
pioneerearly successional
Native to the United States
Native Range
Widespread in temperate regions worldwide
Native to: Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
