This live sphagnum moss due to its colour and amount of natural bits like pieces of needles, wood etc is ideal for reptile, Christmas Wreaths or as a soil component, if you are looking for premium green or pink sphagnum moss please visit our premium sphagnum moss listing.
Please purchase only if you are happy with the colour and quality.
Perfect for Plant Care
- Soil Toppers: Use sphagnum moss as a top dressing to retain moisture, improve humidity, and enhance the appearance of your potted plants. It helps keep the soil moist, providing the perfect environment for moisture-loving plants. Suitable for indoor and outdoor plants.
- Propagation: Ideal for rooting cuttings and propagating new plants. The moss retains moisture while allowing roots to breathe, promoting healthy growth.
- Potting Mixes: Incorporate sphagnum moss into your potting mixes to improve water retention, aeration, and drainage. Perfect for orchids, carnivorous plants, and other moisture-loving species. Use for carnivorous, alocasia or aroids potting mixes.
Great for Reptile and Amphibian Habitats
- Humidity Control: Sphagnum moss is excellent for creating high-humidity environments in vivariums and terrariums. It helps maintain the necessary moisture levels for reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates.
- Shedding Aid: Provides a moist environment that aids in the shedding process for reptiles. Simply place damp moss in the enclosure to support your pet’s natural shedding cycle.
- Egg Laying: Use sphagnum moss in wet boxes or as nesting material for reptiles to provide a suitable, moist environment for egg laying.
Live sphagnum moss can be a valuable addition to the habitats of various reptile species, enhancing both their environmental conditions and overall well-being. For example, reptiles like Crested Geckos and Gargoyle Geckos benefit from the humidity that sphagnum moss provides, which is essential for maintaining their skin health and aiding in shedding. Green Tree Pythons and Panther Chameleons, which naturally inhabit tropical rainforests, thrive in environments with high humidity, and sphagnum moss helps mimic these conditions in captivity. Additionally, species such as the Russian Tortoise and Blue-Tongue Skink benefit from the soft, moisture-retentive properties of sphagnum moss, which can help keep their skin hydrated and prevent respiratory issues. By using live sphagnum moss in their enclosures, these reptiles can enjoy a more naturalistic and supportive environment that closely resembles their native habitats.
Festive Christmas Decorations
- Wreaths and Ornaments: Incorporate sphagnum moss into Christmas wreaths, garlands, and ornaments to add a natural, rustic touch to your holiday decorations.
- Table Centrepieces: Create stunning centrepieces using moss as a base, combined with candles, baubles, and other festive elements for a unique and charming look.
Arts and Crafts
- Kokedama: Use sphagnum moss for creating kokedama (Japanese moss balls), which are perfect for displaying plants in a unique and stylish way. The moss holds moisture, keeping the plant hydrated and healthy.
- Hanging Baskets: Line hanging baskets with sphagnum moss to retain moisture and provide a natural, attractive appearance. Perfect for both indoor and outdoor plants.
- DIY Projects: From fairy gardens to natural art installations, sphagnum moss is a versatile material for various DIY crafts. Let your creativity run wild with this natural, sustainable product.
Product Specifications
- Sustainable and Reusable: Sphagnum moss is a renewable resource that can be washed and reused multiple times, making it an eco-friendly choice.
- Natural Colour: Our sphagnum moss features natural brown and light green hues, giving it a rustic and authentic look. The colour may vary depending on the season and weather conditions. If you prefer a more vibrant green moss, we offer a premium sphagnum moss option that is carefully selected for its lush, green colour. Check out our premium sphagnum moss listing for more details.
- Moisture Retention: Capable of holding up to 20 times its own weight in water, our moss ensures excellent moisture retention for all your needs.
Usage Instructions
- Soak the desired amount of moss in clean, de-chlorinated water for 10 minutes.
- Remove and gently squeeze out excess water.
- Use as a top dressing, in potting mixes, or as a substrate for reptiles. Keep the moss damp for best results.
Please note that for larger quantities (20kg+) it may take us a few extra days to process this order
Perfect for my orchids and other house plants
Great quality for the price. Far better than the bags you see in the garden centre and half the price!