How long can the moss be out of soil before it dies? I want to give this as a gift, I can mist it but can not plant it in soil.
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Hello, Jay! I've ordered moss, too, and my best advice is to contact the vendor you bought it from. Mosses don't need to be planted in soil. They don't have roots like other plants. You should be able to keep it alive by misting it and keeping it in a plastic bag, but again, I urge you to contact the vendor. Nice gift! Joyce
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I encourage you to do your own research on the web since I'm a newbie at this. Mine will probably not survive the necessary 2 years, because I live in a mediterranean climate and it likes growing in indirect sunlight along side mountain streams and well drained soil.
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it can it can be used just like peat moss in place of soil. It can be used and reused say in pots or containers. I mixed it with my soil because I have clay and it helps to break up the clay and keeps the nutrients and moisture in. I highly recommend it.
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Can't claim to be an expert, since I've only had mine a month or so, but I tried leaving mine in the plastic seeding pot it came in, and the poor thing was not happy at all. Haven't figured out whether it was too wet or too dry or didn't like the lighting or what. I ended up repotting, and while the plant's not really happy yet, it's not dead, either. I intend to put it outside in the spring, if I don't manage to kill it indoors over the winter. It's supposed to like sandy, well-drained soil and shade.
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yes you can just put them on rocks, moss or just glass jar if you like. Either spray with water bottle every couple of days or soak in water for 20-30 minutes once a week. You will know when they need water by how green. I always turn mine upside down after soaking for a little bit so no water just sits inside them. Enjoy!
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I had no luck with the moss I bought for my terrariums. No matter how I cared for it, it did not survive. Sorry I can't be more help!
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I have clay soil and it works great for me-what I love it for most is getting rid of moss! Its my favorite garden tool, I figure it saves about half the time of using another option, plus easier on my back!
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I would NOT wait. These are water hungry and waiting 7 days could be fatal. Open it up and keep the soil moist. Then box it back up and give it to her. You gave her a great gift AND you showed her you can keep it alive...a win-win!
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I know you asked this years ago but I still wanted to comment. Moss grows on the north side of trees and buildings for a reason it does not like direct sunlight. Bright, indirect light is best. Direct sun can cause major problems in a moss terrarium. Good luck.
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Actually, my moss applied to a bonsai didn't survive. Too hot, I guess although it was shaded. I don't haveany experience with terrariums, sorry.
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Sorry I never have a chance to plant it... I bought it as a gift. But it smells really good :)
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The miracle grow should be fine as long as it's diluted correctly. As for putting them in the plant pots, you may have a problem there. Most houses have a low humidity and these mosses enjoy a high humidity. For the price, it may be worth it to give it a shot. I'd put a different moss in each pot and see which one does the best. Then order more of that specific kind to fill the other pots. Hope this helps...
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BTW Adam, because you have a *fungus* gnat issue, you should probably water your herbs from the bottom until the situation clears itself up otherwise you will continue to have the issue. What part of the country do you live to have a fungus situation like that? Or maybe you're watering too much? Anywho, Put some plastic coasters under your plants (if they are in pots) or switch to a soaker line (if in a garden) to avoid the over watering gnats issue. When applying the DE use this: Pest Pistol Mini Duster. But remember, each time your DE gets wet, you will need to re-apply it that's why I suggested the two versions of watering. BTW Adam, because you have a *fungus* gnat issue, you should probably water your herbs from the bottom until the situation clears itself up otherwise you will continue to have the issue. What part of the country do you live to have a fungus situation like that? Or maybe you're watering too much? Anywho, Put some plastic coasters under your plants (if they are in pots) or switch to a soaker line (if in a garden) to avoid the over watering gnats issue. When applying the DE use this: Pest Pistol Mini Duster. But remember, each time your DE gets wet, you will need to re-apply it that's why I... » Read More BTW Adam, because you have a *fungus* gnat issue, you should probably water your herbs from the bottom until the situation clears itself up otherwise you will continue to have the issue. What part of the country do you live to have a fungus situation like that? Or maybe you're watering too much? Anywho, Put some plastic coasters under your plants (if they are in pots) or switch to a soaker line (if in a garden) to avoid the over watering gnats issue. When applying the DE use this: Pest Pistol Mini Duster. But remember, each time your DE gets wet, you will need to re-apply it that's why I suggested the two versions of watering. « Show Less
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sprinkling on the surface wont do much. spores need to make contact with root tips. Suggestion: depending on the plant and how delicate it is to disruption i would try to dig around its root perimeter, incorporate it into the soil (the depth should match about the height of the plant), then replace soil without packing too hard and water. Or if its in a pot, transplant it into a bigger pot and shake out roots before transfer. Mix it into the new soil and the symbiosis should take hold pretty quickly. Approx 1 week
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Yes you get more than enough moss to plant it in and a special pot to put everything in. The seller is awesome.
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I don't remember if came with soil or moss. But I remember the plant came already dead! It was a waist of money.
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It is not meant to stay in the plant pot. It is for testing the soil only to see if it needs to be watered. If it has disintegrated, throw it away and get another. They are reasonable. But use it as a tester only!