Living Sheet Moss Care Upon Arrival

These guidelines should help make the receipt of your moss go smoothly. Please refer to the tips below, however if you have any questions please feel free to give us a call at (800) 268-1813.

Living moss does best if given plenty of moisture, humidity and light. We have found that the more light they receive the better they grow. When you first receive your moss it may be slightly dry. This does no damage to the plants. Thoroughly spray the pads with distilled or rain water and they will green up within a few hours.

The moss should be planted on top of an acidic soil that will retain moisture yet drain well. Our Co-Co Bedding is an ideal substrate, especially when it is fortified with the Dyna-Gro fertilizer. Peat moss can also be used, although it takes much longer to thoroughly moisten and will break down quickly from the constant moisture. Layer the substrate at least 1" thick and gently firm it down. Lightly "scratch" the surface of the soil with your fingers or a fork to loosen up the top 1/4" or so. Now, gently, but firmly press the pads of moss into position.

Once the pads have all been planted, thoroughly spray them with distilled or rain water to help settle them into place. Under normal conditions, additional fertilization is unnecessary. The waste products from the terrarium inhabitants is usually sufficient food for the moss. Once the moss establishes itself, it will begin to spread and fill in any uncovered areas.