Mar 1, 2019 · Peat moss became available in the 20th century but the dry, brown substance often purchased in the form of bags of sphagnum peat moss, but the end product is very different from the original plant. In bogs, sphagnum moss grows wet and green, and brighter dried versions are often used to create a base inside hanging baskets .

Apr 1, 2019 · Some gardeners confuse peat moss with compost and other soil additives. Peat moss is the living material that has died and decomposed in a peat bog. The living material in a peat bog is mostly moss, and it slowly decomposes because of the lack of air in the bog. It can take a long time for peat moss to form making it a non-renewable resource.

Jun 23, 2009 · For large quantities, I've actually taken a drill with a paint stirring bit to mix it together. If you ever try this, make sure you start on low speed and add plenty of water beforehand, otherwise you'll have a cloud of peat moss dust. One time, I tried to start seeds in just peat moss. It did not work out very well, the water just sat on the top.

Feb 7, 2023 · However, most peat moss used in the United States is harvested from Canadian bogs. Peatlands store nearly a third of all the world’s soil carbon, making them extremely important. Once harvested, harmful carbon dioxide is released back into the atmosphere. Technically, peat moss is renewable; however, growing it requires centuries.

Mar 27, 2012 · The majority of peat moss comes from eastern Canada and to a lesser extent Western Canada and the Scandinavian countries. Due to severe wet weather conditions in this region, especially the eastern provinces of Quebec, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, Canadian peat moss production is down dramatically. This region normally produces 75 to 80% of ...

Mar 28, 2006 · Our Megalomarts have Sphagnum peat moss (Typically 80% decomposing sphagnum, the remainder being rotting leaves and twigs), in one area and a second area for Sphagnum peat moss. It appears to me that they planned on selling both, but no one knows the difference. Living healthy Sphagnum is much better for seeds, cuttings and the gardener.

Jun 21, 2007 · Your pH should be within an acceptable range without further amendment. When I buy a peat based mix, I generally stick with FertiLome's ultimate mix, without fertilizer. That seems to give me the best results and is a very consistent product. Lambert Peat Moss makes the FertiLome mix, and they harvest some pretty nice peat.

Mar 26, 2013 · As I have mentioned before I have used peat moss exclusively for bedding for 5 decades. Since cutting back on coffee I have not had many grounds to add to my indoor bins lately, so I visited one of the small coffee shops in town. They were very obliging and within a week I have picked up about 20 gallons of coffee grounds.

Feb 14, 2009 · You should have totally hydrated the seeding mix before you used it--as it is very Peat Moss based-which does not absorb water easily. Peat, actually, repels water. It has to be "watered in" before you use it. When you buy a bag of seed stating mix---pour about a quart (or more) really warm water in the bag and seal it shut again.

Mar 29, 2002 · As for your question, I wouldn't have considered peat moss simply because it does not hold water and it doesn't hold any nutritional value. Compost is the answer and then mulch!! I haven't tried horse manure but need to look into this because roses and other plants love it. I …