This is one of the best videos on growing moss. A lot of creators of moss propagation tutorials tend to fill the entire container with moss simply showing us how to care for moss rather than showing how to make smaller patches spread and grow in size. And you have done a great job of showing this. The goal of propagating moss should be to multiply what you have taken from the wild in order to avoid wasting the energy of having to go out and disturb nature multiple times.
Ah thank you! I'm trying to show that it is possible to grow your own without having to use nature as your primary source. And its also important to show people not to expect instant results but to also know that good results are in fact possible with a little bit of patience and consistency
@Randomyoutubecommenter Terrariums, maybe? Lots of people place it around their Bonsai trees. On a lawn, in between stepping stones, near a fountain, etc., it gives a Japanese garden effect.
Do you open the box sometimes for oxygen or something? And if you put it in a jar would work the same way? I'm gonna try anyways:D I love moss and loved watching your video thank you!
I recommend opening monthly to refresh airflow - but its really not necessary if you don't have mold issues. A jar would work just as well. Anything that you can seal and that is transparent will work. Try with as many different types of moss as you can for variety - some moss species adapt easier than others
Finally some one showing it's result this video is really helpful and cute I'm very excited about my moss i tried the transplant method it looks so fluffy❤
I would recommend not puting the moss in direct sunlight as inside of the plastice box can heated up eventually roasting your moss so keep it in indirect light where can can't reach
Fabulous video. Thanks so much. I'm new to terrarium making and really keen to propagate mosses for myself. Such beautiful and overlooked little plants. Their fresh vibrant greens just lift the spirits if you take the time to look. I really like your dome-topped propagation containers too. Could you provide a link to your sources please? Are they likely to be available in the UK? Thanks
Thanks for your kind words! I literally got the propagation containers from my local grocery store - they are meant to be fridge organiser's lol. I find the shape perfect for moss propagation. I'm based in South Africa so I doubt we will have cross over
I have watched this video a few times, its very relaxing. Does the moss grow at same pace even in hot climates if growm in the similar way ? Please let me know, we usually feel like 35-40 degrees
@@ramyavenna5867 in my experience mosses do tend to grow faster in hotter environments but I do think its species specific. As long as its not in direct sun, you should be good
What do you think about propagating on lawn? My lot is mostly shaded (Oak and Redwood trees) with about 5 different bare patches ranging from 25 to 50 square feet each. It’s very poor dirt, but was thinking of mixing up your substrate and sprinkling the dried/crumbled moss, keep it moist and covered with plastic sheeting until it really sets up. What do you think?
I've seen terrariums that have what seems to be moss with tall grass growing out of it. What seems to be taller than what sporophytes get. Anyone familiar with this?
I have 2 questions. 1. how do you keep the soil from getting moldy? 2. how to get rid of tiny bugs/ unwanted insects from the moss harvested outside? thank you❤
Thank you for this. I collected some moss and repotted it but didn’t realise it needs to be more submerged into the soil instead of just sitting on top. So once you’ve propagated it for a few months, how do you add it to the top of the soil with a pot plant? I have a jade plant I want to surround with some moss.
@@susanlisson7066 you can follow the transplant method for when you want to take the moss you have already cultivated to grow elsewhere. Just keep the soil moist when transplanting
love it. i have been taking moss from a forest near me (they have tons and will never run out) and pasting it onto bare patches of my grass lawn. eventually i want the whole grass lawn to be moss. i may try your method too, but it may be slower. moss is just so stunning and grass takes too much time to mow and keep lush green in the summer. it needs too much water
Do you think if before those spores burst out you transplanted a few of those into an already freshly propagated batch it would exponentially increase the growth rate of the tub?
@@ArnavYadav27 sunlight will bring warmth, which can aid in moss growth. But you don't want to overheat the container. So stick with indirect lighting until you have a more stable culture growing
@@forestfloorterrariums Thank you! I have put the moss in the container and sealed it with cling wrap, and put it in indirect sunlight. Hoping to see growth in 1 to 2 months....
I have one more thing to ask.... Some rainwater got into the container making the soil soggy. But i have put a tight seal around it and poked some holes for airflow. The soil is not soggy rather wet. Will i see growth of moss or it will be a fail?
@forestfloorterrariums Hi, what soil was used for propagating? I have dry moss that was collected few months ago, but didn't used it for air layering plants. I'm planing to do the air layering in spring, and during the autumn and winter to propagate moss. Can I use coconut peat, as I have it at home?
I live in the tropics where the temperature at times goes into 30 degrees celcius. I am afraid if i grow them in closed containers, they might get baked . Can i grow them in an open tupperware and make sure the soil is always damp by spraying them regularly?
I would suggest poking holes the lid instead of leaving it completely open. Reason is that moss requires consistent humidity - an open container won't have enough humidity. Poking holes in the lid will help alleviate excess heat and will provide extra airflow too
@@TuminemTuminem-n6n yeah you can try and use other mediums to grow the moss. Stay away from fertilizer rich soils and I would recommend a finer soil texture over something chunky
@@TuminemTuminem-n6n with watering. If you don't see condensation on your container for a week or longer then its time to water 🤗 keeping the lid of the container closed will help keep the humidity up
I have a question -if you are closing the lid after spraying water to it , does it mean that you dont need to add water anymore ? , im asking if this works just like a terrarium , when after spraying water and closing the lid , you dont need to open the terrarium and also dont need to water it anymore
@Neon I'm glad you said something because when I read that comment it confused me 🤣🤣..I occasionally see comments on video's that don't make any sense,relate to the video.. 🍄🌼🌱☮️🍄🌼🌱☮️
Didn't open the lid at all between each month - I would recommend opening once monthly. Just to refresh the airflow I also didn't water at all and still haven't watered. Usually only water them if I transplant it to a terrarium or a pot. If the moss is looking slightly shrivelled then you can spray a few sprays. But as long as there is condensation in the container - you know the humidity is enough
@@C-CubeLife you can give it a try, the species of moss may make a difference. So try with different types. These 2 methods are what I primarily use to grow moss
In the second method can we just leave the container open? If i leave it open should i mist it regularly? And what about the lighting period when it is kept open?
You can leave the container open, you will just need to be careful of low humidity levels (moss likes around 70% or higher humidity) you can mist daily to help but it won't grow as fast if the humidity isn't consistent enough
@@blackpearl2635 hydrogen peroxide - dab it on the infected area and it should fizzle away. Might take a few treatments over a couple weeks but it should eventually come right. You can find at most pharmacy's for pretty cheap
@@heartsonchannel if mold does pop up you can treat it with hydrogen peroxide, you can try prevent mold by using sterilised tools and substrate. But with foraging moss it is still a possibility - depending on where you forrage from.
@@heartsonchannel you can use a qtip dipped in the hydrogen peroxide and dab precisely. It may slightly affect the surrounding moss but that will regrow - better than letting mold take over
Great content Jade. I tried to propagate my moss from the street. It's been 4 month since i put it in the container. It's grow very slowly. I made a tranSplant method. The moss grows higher but don't spread ... Do you have any suggestions ?
can someone help i'm trying to cover like an acre in moss, theres already a ton of moss everywhere some areas are just moss but others have grass interspersed I just want straight up moss everywhere i love moss HELP !!!
Thank you for the video. I was wondering if you opened the container and sprayed it in the first month or second month. If so, how often. I would really appreciate any information. Thanks again for the video.
I didn't spray it or open it up at all. I only spray the moss if I am harvesting from the container or if I am trimming the moss (you can use the trimmings to grow more moss and increase your yeald further)
Don't have any issues with keeping it sealed. I only opened the lid monthly to check the progress but you can go longer. If everything if properly sterilised you shouldn't have mold issues
Hi FFT, I'd like to know, after propagating and acclimatizing the moss, how would one transplant the moss to the final terarium container ? Thanks very much in advance
Okay, so depending on the type of moss you have. You can use a spoon or scraper to gently lift or pull the moss you want to transplant. After you have taken it out - add it to your new container and gently push the moss down into the area. Apply a slight pressure to make sure the moss is sitting firmly on the new soil/substrate. Then add a few sprays of water directly onto the moss to further solidify it. You can do this in smaller or bigger patches depending on the size of the container. Very similar to how I transplanted the forraged moss in the beginning of the video. Allow for like 2 days for the moss to bounce back from you transplanting it
The origional moss that I transplanted is from my garden, the dirt its growing in is okay to transplant. Washing it would have broken the moss up further making it more difficult to manage. I use filtered water for all my moss and rain water when available
This is one of the best videos on growing moss. A lot of creators of moss propagation tutorials tend to fill the entire container with moss simply showing us how to care for moss rather than showing how to make smaller patches spread and grow in size. And you have done a great job of showing this. The goal of propagating moss should be to multiply what you have taken from the wild in order to avoid wasting the energy of having to go out and disturb nature multiple times.
Ah thank you! I'm trying to show that it is possible to grow your own without having to use nature as your primary source. And its also important to show people not to expect instant results but to also know that good results are in fact possible with a little bit of patience and consistency
Moreso to avoid depleting nature’s resources..
jeah man good video
What is the moss used for?
@Randomyoutubecommenter Terrariums, maybe? Lots of people place it around their Bonsai trees. On a lawn, in between stepping stones, near a fountain, etc., it gives a Japanese garden effect.
I like that there was no voices in this video. Just the sounds of the process
This is the most helpful and relaxing moss propagation video out there! Thank you for putting this out.
The best moss propagating video I've seen, I'm going to try out the second method
Good luck!
Does it work??
Did it work?
Any update my fellow moss lover?
Do you open the box sometimes for oxygen or something? And if you put it in a jar would work the same way? I'm gonna try anyways:D I love moss and loved watching your video thank you!
I recommend opening monthly to refresh airflow - but its really not necessary if you don't have mold issues.
A jar would work just as well. Anything that you can seal and that is transparent will work.
Try with as many different types of moss as you can for variety - some moss species adapt easier than others
@@forestfloorterrariums thank you for taking the time and responding to my question.
Can i use regular plant soil insterd of using bonsai soil??? Please lwet me know
saw few of them at backyard. no idea growing even moss can be so satisfied to watch. im surely try this, thanks
Does this need any drainage or ventilation? need to be concerned with any mold or bacteria growth?
add springtails if you’re worried about that
Thank you for showing the propagation method! I will definitely try it in my vivarium!
Very interesting. I definitely want to try this. Moss will look good around my bonsais.
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Finally some one showing it's result this video is really helpful and cute I'm very excited about my moss i tried the transplant method it looks so fluffy❤
I would recommend not puting the moss in direct sunlight as inside of the plastice box can heated up eventually roasting your moss so keep it in indirect light where can can't reach
This is why filtered or dappled light is used instead of full direct sun :)
Fabulous video. Thanks so much. I'm new to terrarium making and really keen to propagate mosses for myself. Such beautiful and overlooked little plants. Their fresh vibrant greens just lift the spirits if you take the time to look.
I really like your dome-topped propagation containers too. Could you provide a link to your sources please? Are they likely to be available in the UK? Thanks
Thanks for your kind words! I literally got the propagation containers from my local grocery store - they are meant to be fridge organiser's lol. I find the shape perfect for moss propagation. I'm based in South Africa so I doubt we will have cross over
Moss grows beautifully in my oily driveway..
Moss dies rapidly under my care in a house plant.
i feel like fairies were casually flying about as you made this video 😄. it's so serene. thx 🧚🏿♀️🧚🏻🧚♂️🧚🏾🧚🏻♀️
I thought I was the only one who loved and collected moss to grow in pots!!! Thank you for this valuable information!❤😂🎉
I have watched this video a few times, its very relaxing. Does the moss grow at same pace even in hot climates if growm in the similar way ? Please let me know, we usually feel like 35-40 degrees
@@ramyavenna5867 in my experience mosses do tend to grow faster in hotter environments but I do think its species specific. As long as its not in direct sun, you should be good
Think i just learned theres a difference between "growing", and "propagation"
What do you think about propagating on lawn?
My lot is mostly shaded (Oak and Redwood trees) with about 5 different bare patches ranging from 25 to 50 square feet each. It’s very poor dirt, but was thinking of mixing up your substrate and sprinkling the dried/crumbled moss, keep it moist and covered with plastic sheeting until it really sets up. What do you think?
And I really loved your video, btw. ❤️
This is wonderful! Exactly the type of information i needed, will be trying tye second method, thank you so much 😁😁
I always get so happy when I see you posted a video, i really love the quality of your content ❤
This means so much to me, thank you 💚
Nice video man, i appreciated that and is fun to see the moss growth in month after month in just 5 minute, i like this video🎉🎉
I've seen terrariums that have what seems to be moss with tall grass growing out of it. What seems to be taller than what sporophytes get. Anyone familiar with this?
I just put it in a jar on top if an inch of dirt and then sprinkle some water one a month. Works perfectly
I have 2 questions.
1. how do you keep the soil from getting moldy?
2. how to get rid of tiny bugs/ unwanted insects from the moss harvested outside?
thank you❤
1. By putting a bunch of springtails in the container you use.
2. Rinse the moss with warm water before planting/propagating.
Awesome 😎
The asmr we didnt know we needed but that we all need.
U have explained fabulously... I vl try n feedback my try after a month
Technically, couldnt you just propogate the moss FIRST then to make it fluffier do the transplant method then start over the process again ?
@@JunHinnTeng yess, this is a great way to continue cultivation
You should have separated the different types of mosses
Moss grew in my carrot bean bucket
Hi FFT, thank you for the mid-day relaxation content
Que mezcla de sustrato utilizas ?
Thank you for this. I collected some moss and repotted it but didn’t realise it needs to be more submerged into the soil instead of just sitting on top. So once you’ve propagated it for a few months, how do you add it to the top of the soil with a pot plant? I have a jade plant I want to surround with some moss.
@@susanlisson7066 you can follow the transplant method for when you want to take the moss you have already cultivated to grow elsewhere. Just keep the soil moist when transplanting
I love moss! I have a bunch in my back yard to use for a project. I’m going to try this method. Great how to video!
I LOVE this , thank you
love it. i have been taking moss from a forest near me (they have tons and will never run out) and pasting it onto bare patches of my grass lawn. eventually i want the whole grass lawn to be moss. i may try your method too, but it may be slower. moss is just so stunning and grass takes too much time to mow and keep lush green in the summer. it needs too much water
I don't think it will grow in full sun.
Love that you’re showing the growth updates! ❤
Do you think if before those spores burst out you transplanted a few of those into an already freshly propagated batch it would exponentially increase the growth rate of the tub?
@@BoneDryBonsai yes 👍
Amazingly helpful and to the point. Thank you for sharing this information!
This was exactly what I needed to know and who knew you could asmr miss propagation 😊
Can i grow moss by transplant method in indirect sunlight, bright sunlight or led light? I am really concerned about the lighting.
@@ArnavYadav27 indirect lighting and LED lighting are the most beginner friendly
@@ArnavYadav27 sunlight will bring warmth, which can aid in moss growth. But you don't want to overheat the container. So stick with indirect lighting until you have a more stable culture growing
@@forestfloorterrariums Thank you! I have put the moss in the container and sealed it with cling wrap, and put it in indirect sunlight. Hoping to see growth in 1 to 2 months....
I have one more thing to ask....
Some rainwater got into the container making the soil soggy.
But i have put a tight seal around it and poked some holes for airflow. The soil is not soggy rather wet. Will i see growth of moss or it will be a fail?
@@ArnavYadav27 it should be fine, try dab the wetness with an absorbant towel to make sure the moss isn't sitting in water for long periods of time
How often should we water it ?
How often do you spray water?
Does normal soil also work for growing moss?
love this video
Thanks i m going to start terrarium buisness but this was the most important video for me thank you
Can you please tell the potting mix for the 1st method you have done.
@@sanghamitramohanta6667 I use a 50/50 mix of coco peat and sphagnum peat moss
@forestfloorterrariums
Hi, what soil was used for propagating? I have dry moss that was collected few months ago, but didn't used it for air layering plants. I'm planing to do the air layering in spring, and during the autumn and winter to propagate moss. Can I use coconut peat, as I have it at home?
The propagation method is better to put on terrariums. Thank you!
I live in the tropics where the temperature at times goes into 30 degrees celcius.
I am afraid if i grow them in closed containers, they might get baked . Can i grow them in an open tupperware and make sure the soil is always damp by spraying them regularly?
I would suggest poking holes the lid instead of leaving it completely open. Reason is that moss requires consistent humidity - an open container won't have enough humidity. Poking holes in the lid will help alleviate excess heat and will provide extra airflow too
@@forestfloorterrariums thank you so much
Growing zoro at home
Can i use it in my aquarium?
@@SouravPatra-rd5zi no :(
@@forestfloorterrariums ok
Awesome tips thanks
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Heya, could i also do this with regular soil from my garden where the moss grows?
Yes!
Can you pls say how many hours of light do I need to give ?
@@Farhat-7485 between 6 and 10 hours of light is sufficient
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I hope you reply. For the planting medium, can we use another mixture? and also are we going to water it everyday? i am a beginner
@@TuminemTuminem-n6n yeah you can try and use other mediums to grow the moss. Stay away from fertilizer rich soils and I would recommend a finer soil texture over something chunky
@@TuminemTuminem-n6n with watering. If you don't see condensation on your container for a week or longer then its time to water 🤗 keeping the lid of the container closed will help keep the humidity up
Thank You 💚
So that’s how moss spores are made!😮
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take love
I have a question
-if you are closing the lid after spraying water to it , does it mean that you dont need to add water anymore ? , im asking if this works just like a terrarium , when after spraying water and closing the lid , you dont need to open the terrarium and also dont need to water it anymore
@@elegancki_kubus yes, this is the exact same concept as a terrarium!
@@forestfloorterrariumsthank you very much 🥰
I don’t trust the other leads dead eyes. Kept feeling that way throughout the movie. He should have played Ryle instead
Are you in the wrong video? This is a video about moss
@Neon
I'm glad you said something because when I read that comment it confused me 🤣🤣..I occasionally see comments on video's that don't make any sense,relate to the video..
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Can i add this type of moss for my aquarium? Will it die? If I can should i kill of the bacteria in it and how? Pls reply 😢
Sorry but IDK
@@sunainageorge I already got an answer so no problem
Why can’t you just talk? Are you a mute.
Yes
Would it be possible/what would happen if you mix the two methods together?
@@22y3echenyiming9 totally possible. I think it would yield a dense carpet of different textures. Possibly the best method :)
@@forestfloorterrariums Thank you
Sou de Portugal, neste momento o Verão está a chegar com o calor, como faço para manter o meu musgo vivo dentro dos meus terrários, obrigada
Ty for the vid, i'm doing the same two methods as in your video rn, i placed the containers outside in my balcony, should i put them inside? :P
Put them wherever has the best lighting!
@@forestfloorterrariums thanks!
Hi! What type of soil did you propagate the moss in? ❤ great vid!
@@MarlaCalandra I use a mix of coco peat, sphagnum peat moss, and a bit of activated charcoal. Sometimes I will add powdered clay too
@@forestfloorterrariums thank you for your quick reply
I tried the second method and all of the moss js turned brown in only 2 days :(((
@@akarshsingh7334 try with a different type of moss, or try the first method
@@akarshsingh7334 don't be discouraged :(
Can this be put inside an aquarium
@@speedsage no :( only aquatic moss can be used for aquariums
This moss is suited for terrariums tho
Do you open the lid from time to time? And do you spray water? Or do you just leave the boxes untouched?
Didn't open the lid at all between each month - I would recommend opening once monthly. Just to refresh the airflow
I also didn't water at all and still haven't watered. Usually only water them if I transplant it to a terrarium or a pot.
If the moss is looking slightly shrivelled then you can spray a few sprays. But as long as there is condensation in the container - you know the humidity is enough
@@forestfloorterrariums Thank you!
Have you tried this on slate?
@@kovenant7 busy attempting different materials, slate is one of them. But its been winter and growth has been slow
Did you use the same type of moss for both methods?
@@UnPolloMágico yes :)
Nice video! May I ask how many times you water the moss?
can this be used as aquarium carpet?
@@MistisEvil no :( this is terrestrial moss
Does this really work?
@@C-CubeLife you can give it a try, the species of moss may make a difference. So try with different types. These 2 methods are what I primarily use to grow moss
I might have or have not done the propagtion then transplant both in the same container (i hope my moss will be normal)
hello, how often do you water them ?
@@floresrayvin6061 if you don't see any condensation on the container for a week, its time to add in some water
Sir we need spray water daily?
@@bettaharibettahari3899 not daily, maybe monthly. If you don't see condensation on the container for a week, I'd say its time to water
Can i use these moss in aquarium?
@@YadavKrishna-cd7es this is terrestrial moss, suitable for terrariums :)
substrate ingredients plz
Can I put this in a fish aquarium?
@@ultimate_homes_design I don't think so, its not aquatic moss
In the second method can we just leave the container open? If i leave it open should i mist it regularly? And what about the lighting period when it is kept open?
You can leave the container open, you will just need to be careful of low humidity levels (moss likes around 70% or higher humidity) you can mist daily to help but it won't grow as fast if the humidity isn't consistent enough
@@forestfloorterrariumsI kept the container closed for 3 days..now I am seeing some fungus growing along with the moss fragments 🥲
@@blackpearl2635 hydrogen peroxide - dab it on the infected area and it should fizzle away. Might take a few treatments over a couple weeks but it should eventually come right. You can find at most pharmacy's for pretty cheap
@@forestfloorterrariumswell i have another problem now ...there are a lot of tiny white worms roaming in between the moss 😢
@@blackpearl2635 are they harming your moss? They could be nematodes, which are good for soil health
Beautiful silence. Brilliant green moss. Lovely video
Can be used under water
@@afsarpathan02 no :(
How do you prevent mold?
@@heartsonchannel if mold does pop up you can treat it with hydrogen peroxide, you can try prevent mold by using sterilised tools and substrate. But with foraging moss it is still a possibility - depending on where you forrage from.
@forestfloorterrariums thanks for your reply! May you clarify how to apply hydrogen peroxide? Drops where there's mold? Wouldn't it kill the moss too?
@@heartsonchannel you can use a qtip dipped in the hydrogen peroxide and dab precisely. It may slightly affect the surrounding moss but that will regrow - better than letting mold take over
@@forestfloorterrariums thanks!
Springtails will also help keep mold away
Great content Jade. I tried to propagate my moss from the street. It's been 4 month since i put it in the container. It's grow very slowly. I made a tranSplant method. The moss grows higher but don't spread ... Do you have any suggestions ?
Try chopping it up finely and using the propagation method. It covers a larger surface area
Without cover can i grow like this?
@@marhan-bd9mb depends on the over all humidity of your environment. Moss likes humidity levels of 70% or higher
@@forestfloorterrariums thank you
can someone help i'm trying to cover like an acre in moss, theres already a ton of moss everywhere some areas are just moss but others have grass interspersed I just want straight up moss everywhere i love moss HELP !!!
Maybe get rid of the grass? Then there will be more moisture available for the moss (total guess on my side)
Thank you for the video. I was wondering if you opened the container and sprayed it in the first month or second month. If so, how often. I would really appreciate any information. Thanks again for the video.
I didn't spray it or open it up at all. I only spray the moss if I am harvesting from the container or if I am trimming the moss (you can use the trimmings to grow more moss and increase your yeald further)
Thank you so much❤️
What about air flow? Gas exchange? How often do you open the lid? Or check on it?
Don't have any issues with keeping it sealed. I only opened the lid monthly to check the progress but you can go longer. If everything if properly sterilised you shouldn't have mold issues
Hi FFT, I'd like to know, after propagating and acclimatizing the moss, how would one transplant the moss to the final terarium container ?
Thanks very much in advance
Okay, so depending on the type of moss you have. You can use a spoon or scraper to gently lift or pull the moss you want to transplant. After you have taken it out - add it to your new container and gently push the moss down into the area. Apply a slight pressure to make sure the moss is sitting firmly on the new soil/substrate. Then add a few sprays of water directly onto the moss to further solidify it.
You can do this in smaller or bigger patches depending on the size of the container.
Very similar to how I transplanted the forraged moss in the beginning of the video. Allow for like 2 days for the moss to bounce back from you transplanting it
@@forestfloorterrariums
Thanks so much for responding i appreciate it very much, thanks for the great video!
Why Did you not wash off the dirt when transplanting ? And did you use tap water when spraying ?
The origional moss that I transplanted is from my garden, the dirt its growing in is okay to transplant. Washing it would have broken the moss up further making it more difficult to manage. I use filtered water for all my moss and rain water when available
What is the temperature like where you put the containers in sunlight??
The temp ranges from 20°C to 30°C. It does drop lower in winter to about an average of 10°C
Isso é incrível!!!
What medium can we use to grow moss? Can we use garden soil?
@@Floralnfauny wouldn't recommend garden soil - try a mix of coco peat and sphagnum peat moss