Description
Besgrow New Zealand Sphagnum Moss is considered some of the best moss on the market. Find here their classic grade with 4″ strands in a 150 gram pack.
Sphagnum moss is used by gardeners to line hanging baskets, make floral wreaths and fill topiary frames. Sphagnum moss can be used for growing carnivorous plants and bonsai and is also used for reptile bedding. By laying sphagnum moss around the tops of houseplants it will help to retain moisture and allow for more time between watering.
| What is the difference between New Zealand, Chile and Chinese Sphagnum Moss? | |||
| NZ | Chile | Chinese | |
| Strands | large, robust leaf and long stem | dense leaf but short strands | fragile leaf and short strands |
| Structure | strong structure | reasonably strong structure | weak structure |
| Chemical Properties |
Natural pH, 4.8 with an EC of 0.1mS/cm | Natural pH, 4.8 but inconsistent EC between 0.1-0.5mS/cm |
High pH and high EC |
| Salt Accumulation |
Will hold onto nutrients for the plant but not accumulate harsh salts |
Potential to accumulate salts when nutrients applied |
Can easily accumulate salts when nutrients applied |
| AFP | Strong structure means it will not become over compacted in pot |
Dense leaf hugging stem may lead to lower AFP when compacted in pot |
Provides little air to plant when compacted tightly in pot |
| Contamination | Minimal amounts of contamination (dependent on grade) |
Minimal amounts of contamination (dependent on grade) |
Can contain contaminants which break down quickly in pot consuming nitrogen. |
| Sterility | Sterile substrate protects plants from pathogens |
Generally sterile substrate but can harbor Sporotrichosis (fungal pathogen to humans) |
Unsterile substrate. Recommend sterilization prior to use |
| Longevity | Robust nature allows for longevity in pot 4-5 years |
Shorter, less robust strands and smaller leaf structure lessen longevity in pot |
Due to contamination and fragility of moss, breaks down very quickly 9-12 months |
