Tag Archives: watering moss

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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Dividing and Fragmenting Mosses

Posted on August 14, 2012 by David Spain

The best way to propagate moss is by taking a larger piece and dividing it into smaller pieces, then transplanting them apart from one another and encouraging them to grow together. Once moss has covered a surface it will begin adding … 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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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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