Sphagnum is a genus of approximately 380 accepted species [2][3] of mosses, commonly known as sphagnum moss, also bog moss and quacker moss (although that term is also sometimes …

Mar 24, 2025 · Sphagnum moss is a dead, dried, organic material sourced from bogs for garden use. Sphagnum moss is different from peat moss in its origin, composition, and sustainability. …

Peat moss, genus of more than 300 species of moss (division Bryophyta). Peat mosses form dense clumps around ponds, in swamps and bogs, on moist acidic cliffs, and on lakeshores …

Feb 27, 2025 · Sphagnum moss belongs to the Sphagnaceae family and encompasses over 300 species worldwide. It is primarily found in peat bogs, wetlands, and temperate forests. Unlike …

Jan 4, 2026 · Sphagnum Moss is fluffy, moisture-holding, and surprisingly versatile. In this guide, I cover different types of Sphagnum, five practical ways to use it, how to store it, plus a quick …

Jan 4, 2026 · Sphagnum moss is the actual moss harvested from the peat bogs. Sometimes, it’s kept live, but most often, it’s dried to produce a resilient fibrous material that still retains the …

Sphagnum mosses carpet the ground with colour on our marshes, heaths and moors. They play a vital role in the creation of peat bogs: by storing water in their spongy forms, they prevent the …

Aug 15, 2025 · Sphagnum moss refers to a group of moss species that grow in bogs and wetlands across the globe. Harvested for horticultural purposes, it consists of long, fibrous …

Jul 31, 2025 · Sphagnum mosses flourish in wetlands, particularly in acidic, waterlogged environments known as peatlands or bogs. Their unique ability to retain water and acidify their …

Live sphagnum moss will hold water and nutrients and can make the soil more acidic. The moss will improve the structure of the soil and promote the growth of beneficial bacteria for the rest …