Scleranthus Cushion Plant Seeds – Moss-Like Rock Garden Perennial

Create a soft-looking patch of green among stones with Scleranthus, a low-growing cushion perennial with fine foliage and a dense, moss-like appearance. Its compact mounds complement rock gardens and stone troughs, bringing texture between flowering plants or gently spilling over a container edge. Despite its appearance, Scleranthus is a flowering plant, not a true moss.

Plant Highlights

• Listed botanical name: Scleranthus biflorus subsp. uniflorus.
• Habit: Low, compact cushions of fine green foliage.
• Flowers: Small and inconspicuous; foliage is the main attraction.
• Position: Full sun, with some light shade tolerated.
• Uses: Rock gardens, stone troughs, and well-drained containers.

Available Seed Packs

• 10 seeds
• 25 seeds
• 100 seeds

Select your preferred quantity before adding to cart. This listing is for seeds, not established cushion plants.

Starting From Seed

Use a clean, fine-textured, free-draining seed-starting mix. Water gently so seeds are not displaced, and keep the mix lightly moist rather than saturated. Provide good light and air circulation after emergence. A verified species-specific sowing depth, temperature, germination time, and pretreatment requirement are not provided for this seed lot.

Planting and Growing

Choose a sunny site with excellent drainage. A sandy or gritty growing medium can help prevent water from collecting around the roots. Allow space for the cushion to spread rather than crowding it between neighboring plants.

Keep moisture reasonably consistent, especially during establishment and dry weather. Scleranthus should not be left waterlogged or allowed to dry out completely. Poor drainage and prolonged winter wet are important risks.

Container Care

Use a container with drainage holes and a freely draining mix. A stone trough or shallow planter can show off the mounded foliage, but monitor moisture carefully because containers may dry faster than garden soil. Feed sparingly according to the fertilizer label and plant needs.

Seasonal Expectations

Foliage may develop golden tones in winter. Appearance and growth vary with local conditions. No verified cold-hardiness zone is supplied for this seed lot, so assess suitability for your climate before planting outdoors permanently.