Monthly Archives: September 2012

A Rock’n Party!

Posted on September 28, 2012 by David Spain

This past weekend Moss and Stone Gardens had the honor to assist Helen Yoest with the hosting of the VIP party for the J. C. Raulston Arboretum, which was a wrap-up event for the 10th anniversary celebration of the Ruby … Continue reading →

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High Hopes

Posted on September 18, 2012 by David Spain

  I spend a fair amount of time observing the small and tiny features in the landscape. I suppose that comes with the territory of being a moss gardener. To fully study mosses it is necessary to see them up … Continue reading →

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A day at the Beach

Posted on September 11, 2012 by David Spain

This past week I took a few days from my normal shady seclusion and spent some time in the sun at Holden beach. Located on the southeastern shoreline of North Carolina, Holden is a small island of about 3.4 square … Continue reading →

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When is the best time to plant moss?

Posted on September 4, 2012 by David Spain

Mosses are evergreen plants. They will grow year round as long as moisture and sunlight are available at the same time. Photosynthesis is possible even below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Mosses do not have a seasonal growth habit,  instead their dormancy comes … Continue reading →

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