Leucobryum glaucum

You will receive enough moss to cover two 6-inch pots.

Using top dressing adds a beautiful and seamless finish to your houseplants. It cleans up the look of soil and unruly perlite that floats to the surface. Leucobryum glaucum adds a fluffy whimsical look to a plant. The moss is light blue/green and silvery when dry, and turns a vibrant green when moist. It can be paired with any plant that doesn’t mind a bit of moisture (just make sure the soil is well draining)

This moss is sourced sustainably in the USA. Since the moss is not grown in a greenhouse, there may be some insects present in the moss. However, these insects are not harmful to you or your plants.

- Water: Misting your moss is important during the initial stages of growth, before it becomes established. For the first 1-2 months, mist the moss at least once or twice daily.

• Even if the moss dries out, just water it and it will bounce back. However, if the moss isn’t kept consistently moist, then it will take longer to establish.

• Once established, the moss attaches to the soil and begin to grow. It will become accustomed to its environment and more resilient to drying out. While it is still recommended to mist the moss daily, it is not as necessary.

• Reverse osmosis or distilled water is highly recommended for achieving the best appearance and growth of the moss. You can find distilled water by the gallon at grocery stores. While tap water can be used, it is not optimal. Depending on the hardness of your water, you may notice mineral accumulation on the tips of the moss.

  • You can use tap water to water your plant as you usually do, but I do not recommend tap water for misting your plant.

    • tip: if you want to use tap water to water your plant, you can avoid getting it on your moss by bottom watering.

  • If you see mineral accumulation, you can remove it by gently pulling it off the tops of the moss.

- Light: This moss prefers shade or filtered light, but it can tolerate direct morning sun.

- Soil: Mosses do not have roots like vascular plants. Instead, they have rhizoids that attach and anchor them to surfaces. As a result, soil mix is not as important for them, especially in an interior setting. Most, if not all, houseplant soils will work as a base for this moss.

- How to plant: When the moss arrives, it may be dry. If that is the case, soak it in water for a few minutes to rehydrate it. Remove any debris such as twigs or soil from the top of the moss. Place the moss on the soil's surface and press it down, ensuring that the bottom of the moss is in contact with the soil to allow it to attach itself. Fill any gaps between the moss clumps by breaking up pieces of moss and insert them into the gaps. To add a bit of protection to drying out, it is best to place the moss slightly below the lip of the pot.

Orders will take 3-7 days to package and process.

Shipping is only available in the US, I apologize to any international customers.

This moss is sourced in the USA from Pennsylvania. The company operates sustainably, with no more than 30% of moss being harvested from any area to allow quick regrowth within 6 months.

• What if I’m away and cannot mist the moss?

  • You can cover the top of the moss with plastic wrap to retain moisture. Alternatively, you can place the entire plant in a clear container or bag to prevent the moss from drying out.

• Can I still fertilize my plant if it has a moss top dressing?

  • Moss is highly sensitive to fertilizer. Avoid pouring water mixed with fertilizer directly onto the moss. Instead, if you want to fertilize your plant, place slow-release fertilizer pellets underneath the moss or in the soil. Alternatively, if you prefer to use liquid fertilizer, you can water the plant from the bottom to prevent the fertilizer from coming into contact with the moss.

• Do I need to fertilize moss?

  • You can apply a very diluted amount of fertilizer, but it is not necessary.