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stairstep moss
Hylocomium splendens
groundcover⛅ part shade💧💧 moderate water
Stairstep moss is a low-growing evergreen moss with distinctive branching patterns that resemble stair steps, commonly found on forest floors and rocks. It thrives in shaded, moist environments and adds textural interest to woodland gardens and shade gardens.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 3a to Zone 9bSeasonality
Season of Interest
FallWinter
Succession Role
pioneerearly successional
Native to the United States
Native Range
Northern Hemisphere including North America, Europe, and Asia
Native to: Alaska, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin
Function & Care
erosion controlwildlife benefit
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation