Moss
- To: perennials@mallorn.com
- Subject: Moss
- From: L* L* W*
- Date: Mon, 11 Oct 1999 11:18:45 -0400
Karen:
Tipomatic Horticultural Tip of the Day is on a roll. This was today's
entry.
Linda
Cincinnati, Ohio
ENCOURAGING MOSS
Moss can be an attractive groundcover. You may want to
consider encouraging its growth in areas that it has
naturally established itself. First, eliminate thin grass
and other weeds from the area. If using herbicides, protect
existing mosses, and check the product label for how long
to wait before planting new moss.
You can propagate moss by removing several pieces of it
from your site, and putting it (soil and all) in a blender
with water (some recommend buttermilk). Blend for a minute,
then pour the mixture over the area to be planted. Keep
this area moist, using a soaker hose. It takes about four
to five weeks to see new plants.
If you are transplanting plugs of moss from other areas,
make sure to water the soil thoroughly. Moisten the plugs,
put them in place, and step on them to ensure good contact
with the ground. After the moss is in place, water it
regularly until it is established. (It will become firmly
attached when established.) Weed the area occasionally, and
water during the dry, summer months.
- Mary Trankle
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