Golden Baby’s Tears
Soleirolia soleirolii ‘Aurea’
4-inch pot
 
A delicate and fast-spreading groundcover, Aurea Baby’s Tears is prized for its tiny, round leaves in soft golden-green tones that create a dense, cushion-like mat. The fine texture gives it a moss-like appearance, making it ideal for softening edges, filling small spaces, or adding a lush, carpeted look to containers and terrariums. Its bright foliage brings a light, fresh feel to shaded areas.
 
This plant thrives in consistently moist, well-drained soil and prefers protected locations out of direct sun. It is especially well suited to containers or sheltered garden spots where moisture can be maintained. In cooler climates, it is often grown as a container or seasonal plant, as it does not tolerate hard frost.
 
Tender evergreen perennial groundcover (often grown as and annual)
Zones 9–11
Part shade to full shade
Grows 1–2 in. tall x 12–24 in. wide (spreading)
Moderate to high water needs; prefers consistently moist soil
Deer-resistant
Foliage interest year-round