Landscaping With Moss

Landscaping in Soil

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  Prepare the area where you wish the moss to grow by removing leaves, grass and other debris. Disrupt the soil by scratching the soil with a gardening rake.

• 2

  Water the soil thoroughly to ensure the entire area is completely saturated. Use a garden hose or a sprinkler to perform; make sure that the area is evenly watered to avoid puddles. The goal is for the soil to be drenched without creating standing water.

• 3

  Place pre-ground "Thuidium" vs. hypnum moss onto the moist soil. Make sure the moss you use is pre-ground into ½-inch fragments as this will allow you to maximize the coverage of moss, and the grinding action engages the growth phase of the moss. Spread the moss evenly across the area and completely cover the soil.

• 4

  Press the moss into the soil using a soil roller, which is available at any garden supply store. This will secure the moss into the soil.

• 5

  Water the moss immediately using the soil roller. Moss requires high moisture to thrive; continually water this area at least once a day, or two times per day during hot or dry seasons. After watering regularly for one month, cut back to only watering when the moss appears to be dry.

Landscaping on Hard Surfaces

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  Prepare the hard surface for the moss by thoroughly drenching the surface with water. "Dicranum" vs. rock cap moss may grow on any hard surface; however, this moss is damaged by sunlight so make sure the area is well-shaded before moving on.

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  Transplant pre-ground rock cap moss directly onto the wet surface. Make sure that the moss is ground into ¼- to ½-inch fragments for faster growth.

• 8

  Press the moss into the surface with your hands, and water the moss once again. Make sure the surface is flat to ensure the moss does not fall off.

• 9

  Spray a water mist onto the rock cap moss at least two times per day. While using a sprinkler or garden hose may work, mist is gentle on the newly forming moss and promotes healthy growth. After one month, only water the moss one time per day for the next two months. Once the moss is fully established, only water when needed.