Kokedama DIY Kit – Create Your Own Moss Ball Art
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Kokedama DIY Kit – Create Your Own Moss Ball Art
Unleash your creativity and connect with nature by making your own kokedama, a traditional Japanese moss ball. This complete DIY kit includes everything you need to craft your own living sculpture – ideal for beginners, plant lovers, or as a unique gift.
Free Care Guide With Every Purchase
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What is Kokedama?
Kokedama, meaning moss ball in Japanese, is a beautiful form of botanical art where a plant’s roots are wrapped in a nutrient-rich soil mix, then encased in moss. Displayed hanging or on a tray, kokedama are a striking and minimalist way to showcase your plants – perfect for home, office, or gifting.
Why Choose Our Kit?
Unlike other kits, we use the highest quality, sustainably sourced moss, hand-harvested in Scotland. Our moss has featured in RHS Chelsea Flower Show and major UK garden displays. Each kit is handcrafted at Highland Moss and includes our own kokedama soil mix, carefully balanced to nourish your plant and hold moisture without becoming waterlogged.
🌿 What’s Inside the Kit:
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Fresh Scottish sheet moss (carpet, feather, or fern moss depending on seasonal availability)
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Handmade kokedama peat free soil blend
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Nylon thread for wrapping
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Full-colour, hand-illustrated step-by-step instructions and care guide
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Leaflet showing what’s included
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1 x plant (choose small or medium option – selected from best available stock)
🪴 Plant Options:
You can choose between small or medium plants:
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Small plants: in up to 9cm nursery pots
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Medium plants: in up to 12cm nursery pots
We offer three curated options:
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Air-purifying: May include spider plant, parlour palm, or philodendron
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Pet-friendly: May include maranta, calathea, or other non-toxic plants
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Fern: One of our beautiful fern varieties
If you’re looking for something specific, feel free to leave a note at checkout. While we can’t guarantee a particular species, we’ll do our best to accommodate your request.
✨ Already Have a Plant?
We also offer a Kokedama Base Kit – perfect if you already have a plant at home. It comes with all components (moss, soil, thread, guide) but without a plant.
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Small Base Kit: Ideal for plants in up to 9cm nursery pots or with smaller root systems
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Medium Base Kit: Ideal for plants in up to 12cm nursery pots or with larger roots
Optional Tools (not included):
You may wish to add:
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Jute string (for hanging or decoration)
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Scissors
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Decorative dish or macramé hanger
Our moss is packed in reusable zip bags to retain moisture and freshness. These are ideal for propagation, seed germination, or botanical crafts.
🌞 Quick Care Guide
☀️ Light: Bright, indirect light (follow plant care guide)
💧 Watering: Soak the moss ball when dry or light in weight
💦 Humidity: Loves humidity
Whether you’re gifting it or crafting for yourself, our Kokedama DIY Kit is a relaxing, rewarding way to bring green art into your life.
📦 Fast UK delivery | 🚚 Local delivery & collection available in Aberdeen
**Q: How often should I water my kokedama once it’s assembled?**
A: Water your kokedama by soaking the moss ball in water until it feels saturated and heavy, then allow it to drip dry. This should be done approximately once a week, or more frequently if the moss ball feels light and dry.
**Q: Can I use the kokedama kit with any type of houseplant?**
A: The kit is versatile and suitable for a wide range of small to medium-sized houseplants. For optimal results, choose plants that thrive in high humidity and indirect light, such as ferns, spider plants, or philodendrons. Ensure to select the correct kit size based on your plant’s root system.
**Q: What makes the moss used in your kokedama kits sustainable?**
A: Our moss is sustainably sourced and hand-harvested in Scotland, ensuring minimal impact on natural habitats. By using local, renewable resources and adhering to ethical collection practices, we maintain ecological balance and support local biodiversity.
☀️ Light
☀️☀️▫️ (Medium)
Our Kokedama thrive in bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight, as it can scorch the moss and the plant leaves. A spot near a window with a sheer curtain is ideal.
💧 Water
💧💧▫️ (Medium)
Water your Kokedama by soaking the moss ball in water until fully saturated and then let it drain. This usually needs to be done once a week, but you might adjust frequency based on the dryness of the moss and the environment.
🌡️ Temperature
🌡️🌡️▫️ (Average)
Kokedama prefer average home temperatures of 18°C to 24°C. Avoid placing them near drafts, radiators, or air conditioning units.
💦 Humidity
💦💦💦 (High)
Moss balls love humidity! If your home is dry, especially during winter, consider using a humidity tray or a small room humidifier to keep them happy.
🪴 Repotting
Kokedama doesn’t require traditional repotting. Instead, refresh the moss and check the root health annually. If the roots have outgrown the moss ball, you can either trim them slightly or prepare a new, larger moss ball using the same plant.
🐾 Pet Friendliness
All our curated Kokedama options include pet-friendly plants, ensuring they are safe for your furry friends. However, always prevent pets from chewing on plants as a precaution.
🏠 Recommended locations at home
Kokedama makes a striking display in living rooms, kitchens, or offices. They can be placed on a desk, shelf, or hung in a window. Just ensure they receive the right amount of light and are away from extreme temperatures.
🌿 Air Purifying
Many of the plants available for our Kokedama kits, like spider plants and philodendrons, are known for their air-purifying properties. They help remove common household toxins from the air, making them not just beautiful but also beneficial for indoor environments.
✨ Other Plant Features
Kokedama is not only an artistic expression but also a practice in mindfulness and care. Engaging with your Kokedama can be a peaceful, meditative activity, helping you unwind and connect with nature.
If you have more questions, our Mossbot is here to help! Feel free to contact us via our website for additional assistance. Plus, we offer a free plant hospital service if you need extra help with your plant’s health.
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