Category Archives: Moss FAQ

Harvesting Moss from Stone

Posted on July 24, 2012 by David Spain

Dear David, can moss be taken from rocks, even if frozen during the winter? Thanks for your help, Tom.   Dear Tom, your question is not so simple to answer. Mosses have a natural anti-freeze that allows them to survive … Continue reading →

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Help my moss is turning black!

Posted on July 17, 2012 by Helen Yoest

Dear David, I have had an outdoor waterfall and pond for about 10 years.  The moss is beautiful, growing on the majority of rocks closest to the waterfall.  Each year it seems to increase, with no special care from me, … Continue reading →

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Growing moss between flagstones

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Helen Yoest

Dear Moss Rock, Your blog is the funniest and most creative thing I have seen in a while!  I loved the peep picnic photos -ingenious! I have a very shady area that stays too moist for grass and I want … Continue reading →

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Moss Rocks–aging moss in my moss lawn

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Helen Yoest

  Dear David, For the past 6 years I have been slowly replacing my grass lawn by encouraging the native mosses in my yard to grow. I have successfully replaced about 75% of my lawn with a lush moss carpet. … Continue reading →

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Moss and ant mounds

Posted on May 1, 2012 by Helen Yoest

Dear David, Ant hills are taking over my moss lawn…is there a safe way to remedy this problem? It seems to be breaking up the moss and leaving spotty areas of sand. It has taken several years to fill and … Continue reading →

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Watering moss terrariums

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Helen Yoest

Dear Moss Rock, Hi! Let me just say, I’m a huge fan of your blog. Keep up the wonderful work! Anyway, I have a question about tap water. I have three moss terrariums (all open) and I have been watering … Continue reading →

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Earthworm castings on moss

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Helen Yoest

Dear David Spain, I have been encouraging moss in my backyard and following your tips for a regular watering schedule. I can really see a big difference in the growth of the moss since I started and we are getting … Continue reading →

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Moss and leaves

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Helen Yoest

Dear David, What is your recommendation for protecting moss from leaves? I assume the netting plays a role but I’m unsure what type and how to implement it. Thanks for any info you can provide. Jeff Dear Jeff, I would … Continue reading →

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Moss and metals – The ins and outs of moss

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Helen Yoest

At Moss and Stone Gardens, we are often asked about the type of containers best used for growing moss.  As you consider the container or substrate selection for your moss dish, please keep the following in mind. In – plastics, … Continue reading →

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Moss – watering techniques

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Helen Yoest

  Dear David, I had just about given up on growing moss until I started using bird netting to keep debris and animals out. One myth I’m still not sure about, is if tap water kills moss. Last year I … Continue reading →

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