home sectionhome sectionDaphne shrubs produce evergreen foliage. The deep green leaves have white or cream margins, providing color year-round. The pink flowers begin opening in late winter and continue to bloom into late spring. Daphne only grows in mild USDA hardiness zones 7 through 9, as the shrub doesn't tolerate frost. You can propagate your shrubs by taking and rooting semi-hardwood cuttings in early summer after flowering is complete but while the shrub is still adding new spring growth.
Mosses were among the earliest plant life on earth and have been objects of fascination for gardeners due to their variety of textures since perhaps the Garden of Eden. Since mosses are often slow to regenerate after being harvested, they are now protected plants in many areas. You should never collect live mosses from conservation lands without a permit; you can probably find mosses growing right around your own home on shingles, rocks and logs in moist, shaded areas. Harvesting live moss is a simple process requiring little more than a paper sack and your bare hands.
Commonly called fringed gentian, the genus Gentianopsis includes several species of annual and perennial flowering plants found in temperature climates around the Northern Hemisphere. Greater fringed gentian, or Gentianopsis crinita, is widely cultivated in gardens for its showy bluish-purple flowers and innate hardiness, which allows it to survive cold weather with minimal damage. Like most Gentianopsis species, it only grows from seeds since it is biennial and does not survive vegetation propagation efforts. While the seeds germinate reliably, they are slow-growing and must be kept in a sheltered spot for one year before planting out in the garden.
Succulent plants have thick leaves or shoots that retain water to survive in the arid or semi-arid environments where they grow naturally. Along with very little need for water, succulents have the ability to grow in moss. Combined, these traits make it easy for you to grow these plants indoors or outdoors. Rosette-shaped plants like Sempervivum tectorum, “hen and chicks,” and the small, round leaves of the Crassula, “compact jade,” grow well in simple moss-lined topiaries.
Lichens, which consist of fungi and algae or bacteria living together, don’t need much in the way of soil. Some varieties grow on rock or concrete while others prefer wood, often living trees. The wood lichens show the most variety, with some having a flat, scaly structure and others developing into feathery, plant-like organisms that superficially resemble moss. Feathery wood lichens give logs and trees a delicate appearance and make a garden look aged. Although they will establish themselves eventually if air pollution is low, you can speed up the process by collecting spores and providing an ideal habitat.
Mosses are primitive, non-vascular plants that cannot conduct water and nutrients through their tissues. Therefore, mosses only grow where light, temperature and moisture levels are ideal for their growth. Mosses are neither parasites nor indicate disease when they occur on the trunk or branches of woody shrubs, and their presence doesn't mean impending death to the host plant.
A thick carpet of moss might not look so attractive if it is interspersed with random grasses and dandelions. While pulling up each weed as it spouts is effective, it is also time consuming, especially if you have a large area of moss. Moss is not the same as other plants and doesn’t have the same needs. In particular, it requires little in the way of soil. Taking advantage of the qualities of moss can greatly reduce the amount of weeding required.
Feather moss, also known as fern or wood moss, has small leafy fronds with pointy, triangular tips. Many species of moss are dark green and lush, while this variety is a bright green shade. Its exotic look makes it an interesting addition to a garden and creates an unusual ground cover. Like any moss, you can grow feather moss in a few weeks as long as you create the right environment for growth.
Moss and lichens make a garden area look mature. In the wild, it could take years for this green effect to develop. Incorporate new cultured stones into an established garden or make an entirely new garden look old by encouraging the growth of these plants. Lichens are a type of fungal-algae while moss is a dense mat of grassy growth. These types of green garden features appear in damp and humid areas. A special formula applied to the cultured stone provides an effective breeding ground for both lichens and moss.
Moss typically grows on damp, shady areas of the yard, especially around swimming pools, water spigots or areas with poor drainage. While some like the look of moss on brick, many homeowners wish to remove it, whether it has become slippery and dangerous to walk on, or simply detracts from the look of the yard. Cleaning moss off the brick in the landscape only takes a few materials, and proper maintenance over time will keep moss from developing in the future.
Moss fern (Selaginella pallescens) grows readily as ground cover in United States Department of Agriculture hardiness zones 6 to 9 and works well as an indoor plant for low-light locations. Moss fern's sprawling growth habit lends it to hanging baskets and other containers, though it enjoys the high humidity of terrariums. Plant your moss fern at any time of year.
Cypress are powerhouse evergreen trees. They're hardy enough to withstand a variety of growing conditions, and perform equally well in a muggy Florida swamp as on a mountain cliff. Their thick, pyramidal foliage grows quickly, making them an ideal habitat for wildlife. Though not as famous as their Sequoia cousins for sheer longevity, cypress trees can live hundreds of years. As a bonus, cypress trees are wind-resistant and help anchor soil in place. With all of these attributes combined, master gardener Joe Whetsell from Texas AgriLife Extension Service puts it succinctly: "Plant one -- you won't be sorry."
Scotch moss is a common name for Sagina subulata, a perennial species of low-growing plant found in cold, temperate regions such as northern and eastern Europe. It is sometimes cultivated as a low-maintenance ground cover both for its light green, needle-like foliage and dainty flowers, which feature five white petals around a yellowish center. Although it is most commonly cultivated from divisions, Scotch moss will also grow from seeds if they are planted indoors in an acidic growing medium under cool, bright conditions.
Rhododendrons are spring–blooming shrubs that grow 1 foot to 20 feet tall with bluish-green leaves and large balls of flowers in pink, red, yellow, white and violet. They grow well in shade as long as some sun is present to promote flowering. Plant the shrub early in spring or in the fall. Most rhododendrons grow well in USDA hardiness zones 4 to 8, but check with the nursery to see if the desired variety is suitable.
Driveway moss is not only unsightly, it can also be dangerous since moss is slippery when it gets wet. Moss is typically green or yellow in color and thrives in places where shade and moisture are present. Even after you remove existing moss from your driveway, you'll have to take preventative measures keep it from returning.
Moss does not grow exclusively on the north side of trees, but often it's thicker on that side. Many mosses need shade and moisture to grow well, so for a tree in the Northern Hemisphere the availability of light is less on the north side. Because of this, less drying from the sun occurs. In the Southern Hemisphere, the opposite is true; moss tends to grow more on the south side of a tree. Finding your way out of the forest by observing what side of the tree moss is growing on will likely get you lost, despite old survival…
In the plant kingdom, mosses are distinct from all other plants that we think of when we think of the term plants, usually meaning trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants. Mosses are part of the division Bryophta, containing thousands of genuses and species of moss. Moss can be your friend or your foe depending on your perspective, but they have a specific growth process that includes the best environment in which to thrive.
Ixoras are acid-loving shrubs with dark green and glossy leaves and profusions of small flowers that cluster together on the bush. Flowers range from pink to yellow and white. Ixora plants are reasonably hardy if grown in acidic soils, but they do not do well in alkaline or boggy soil. These shrubs can be grown for use in hedges, as colorful landscape plants or even as indoor plants in containers.
Native to the southwestern United States and Mexico, the golden columbine (Aquilegia chrysantha) is a larger variety of columbine. It has 1- to 3-inch yellow flowers and longer spurs than other Aquilegia species. Golden columbines grow 3 to 4 feet tall with a multibranching habit. This variety of columbine has been used by plant breeders in the development of many popular named cultivars. Columbines bloom in spring and early summer.
Mosses are plants that thrive in moisture and grow in thin layers. They spread in a sort of carpet and are generally one cell thick, according to Oregon State University's bryophite site. They reproduce by means of spores, not seeds, which can only function in the presence of moisture. Mosses grow on sidewalks, on rooftops and many other surfaces. Several types of moss can be found growing on the trunks of trees.
Moss growth most often occurs in thin, weak lawns that have health problems. When conditions are moist and cool, almost any imbalance that thins grass can give moss the advantage it needs to grow. Moss thrives in compacted soil, poor drainage, low fertility, overly acidic or basic conditions. Sulphate of ammonia mixed with a few other compounds to create "lawn sand" stimulates quick green up, burns the moss and gives the grass a fighting chance. However, until you solve your lawn's cultural problems, the moss may keep coming back.
Kocide fungicide is manufactured by E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company, (DuPont) of Wilmington, Del. There are three formulas from which to choose: Kocide 3000, Kocide 2000 and Kocide 20/20. Kocide 3000 contains the highest level of active copper of the three formulas. All of the formulas are listed as both fungicides and bactericides for use on a wide variety of fruit and vegetable crops and ornamentals. The application rate depends upon the specific plants you are treating and the product's label has extensive charts to help assist you.
What it lacks in flash, moss makes up for in ecological purpose and function. Moss even has applications in the commercial world. Mosses are bryophytes, or small plants that don't develop the vascular structure, such as xylem, that other plants have. Bryophytes grow in colonies adjoining each other, creating a lush, green plant carpet that can cover entire tree trunks and branches. You've probably heard myths about moss, starting with the legend that the plants grow only on the north sides of trees.
White moss is a cushion moss in the genus Leucobryum. The moss is commonly found in moist areas. White moss is not a vascular plant and does not produce flowers or seed. It spreads from spores and is a bryophyte. Bryophytes are one of the oldest forms of plant life on earth and are found in every part of the world. Leucobryum mosses are found in temperate and tropical parts of the globe. White moss is not a true white color but has a distinctive white cast and is easy to find out in nature or even your backyard.
Kocide, a fungicide manufactured by DuPont, has several uses that benefit vegetation. When properly applied, Kocide can control downy mildew on lettuce and soybeans, bacterial blight on soybeans, citrus canker, and black spot on citrus plants. As a dry fungicide, it must be mixed with water and sprayed over plants to be effective. DuPont provides detailed ratios for each type of crop. However, the actual application process is the same regardless of crop type.
Vinegar is an excellent moss killer -- it is much cheaper and more environmentally friendly than any commercial moss or weed killer. You can use any type of vinegar to kill moss and other unwanted weeds from the gardens, driveway or walls of your house.
Clover is a common weed characterized by dense heads of flowers that can grow rapidly and overtake grass and other plants in your garden. Getting rid of clover can be tricky. It's a stubborn plant and not too easy to kill. An ammonium sulfate solution, or type of chemical herbicide composed of sulfur and nitrogen, can help you kill off the clover invading your lawn and give your other plants the breathing room they need.
Controlling moss in the lawn is an ongoing process. Killing the moss is the first priority. The second priority is to remove the environmental conditions that promote moss growth. By using iron sulphate, or ferrous sulphate, the homeowner can kill the moss. However, this is only the first step in controlling moss growth on the property. Providing good drainage, sun and air circulation is the second step necessary for the lawn to recover.
Although its three-petal flowers are small and difficult to notice at first, Spanish moss (Tillandsia usneoides) blooms at the tips of its strandlike branches from spring to fall. It is a bromeliad, which means it is more closely related to the pineapple than to true mosses (Bryophyta), which don't flower or produce seeds. Spanish moss is an epiphytic perennial and a member of a much larger division of the plant kingdom called Angiospermophyta -- the flowering plants.
Paving stones can be an important part of the home garden. Providing access through lawns and gardens, they lead the way with a clean surface and enable sure footing. Called hardscaping for obvious reasons, many gardeners wish to soften the hard edges of their stones with soft vegetation. If you have flagstone or other pavers, consider growing moss between them.
Like all plants, mosses descend from green algae. When waters began receding from land, approximately 450 million years ago, some algae became land plants through adaptations that allowed them to survive without being in water. Mosses are third behind flowering plants and ferns in diversity, with more than 10,000 species in 700 genera, according to the University of California Museum of Paleontology. They thrive in many habitats, including the Arctic and tropical rain forests.
Moss will grow on all kinds of surfaces in shady and moist conditions, but it requires an acidic growing medium. An easy way to acidify the surface of terra-cotta or stone planters so they look aged with mossy exteriors is to paint the pots with yogurt. Yogurt culture is acidic enough to support moss. Applying a moss smoothie is a fun project you can do with the kids to beautify a patio or garden.
Mosses are primitive, herbaceous nonvascular plants with simple leaves and thin, wiry stems. There are approximately 12,000 species growing wild in cool, shady and moist woodland locations. If you spot a particularly attractive species of moss growing in your neighborhood, you can transplant and cultivate it indoors with very little effort.
Fire moss, also known as Red Roof moss (Ceratodon purpureus), is the most-common moss in the world, according to Jim Pojar and Andy MacKinnon, authors of "Plants of the Pacific Northwest Coast." It can be found on roofs, on the sidewalks of New York City and in the sandy soil along roads from Oregon to the Antarctic. "Ceratodon" comes from the Latin for "horn-shaped," because of the forked "teeth" of fire moss. "Purpureus" describes the purplish-reddish color of the species.
Though shabby chic usually features more emphasis on the chic than the shabby, this isn't necessarily true in the garden. Plants are the rock stars of the garden, not their containers. Plant pots enhance and accentuate a garden style rather than acting as focal points. This principle means you can have a vintage, wild-looking garden even if you don't have a speck of ground for planting. Create some grungy, mossy pots to make your container garden look like it's been there for decades.
For some homeowners, the sight of moss growing on their patio, on their home or in their lawn is enough to make them take action. While some gardeners actually plant moss to cover bricks and stones around their lawn, others don't want the plant anyhere near their homes. Moss is easily recognized by the green fuzzy, carpet-like stems it produces. Since moss produces its own food, it can grow nearly anywhere, including cracks in sidewalks, on rocks and on rooftops. There are several things you can do to prevent the spread of future moss growth around your home.
The hanging strands of Spanish moss evoke images of Florida swamps and Louisiana bayous. It is easily recognizable, with its masses of gray-green tendrils that droop from tree limbs. Spanish moss, or Tillandsia usneoides, is not a moss at all but a rootless plant with specialized features that allow it to grow without roots.
Yogurt is a healthy snack and recipe ingredient providing calcium, live cultures, and a tangy flavor for recipes. It is simple to make yogurt at home, but you need to create your own incubator for the yogurt, requiring frequent monitoring to keep the temperature constant. An automatic yogurt making machine can be used instead, requiring little more than mixing the warmed milk and active cultures together and letting the yogurt incubate.
Yogurt has long been considered to be a healthy alternative to other snack options, such as ice cream and pudding. For those that consider yogurt a part of their daily diet and who want to avoid increasing prices, hormones and pesticides, a yogurt machine is an option worth considering.
Staghorn ferns don't produce roots like other fern varieties. Instead, they grow specialized basal fronds that attach to tree trunks and other vertical objects. The fronds anchor the fern to the tree and also catch falling tree leaves and water, which feed the plant. The ferns require minimal care and grow well both indoors and out.
In a forest, you usually can find your way by looking at the side of trees since the most moss accumulates on the north sides of trees, especially in temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere.
A dish garden is made in a shallow dish small enough to be displayed on a tabletop, usually indoors. The different types of plants to include in a dish garden are limitless, but a dish garden made with smaller-growing plants remains attractive for a longer period of time. Because dish gardens are often located in low-light areas, mosses and ferns can be used to make an interesting and long-lasting dish garden. A moss dish garden should be maintained at a temperature between 60 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit and supplied with the right level of moisture to keep it healthy.
Sheet moss (Hypnum) grows naturally on the floor of warm moist forests where the soil is sandy and acidic. It draws moisture from the air so all it needs is something to cling to and the right growing conditions to thrive. Sheet moss is often used between paving stones and in shady gardens because it can handle light foot traffic and dappled shade. Also, it is often used in crafts such as floral arrangements and dish gardens. When sheet moss is purchased, it is usually in its dormant state and requires treatment to become green.
Encouraging moss to grow on new clay pots helps the pots blend in with the greenery of your garden. Moss-covered pots or garden statues look as if they have been in place for years. Yogurt provides a medium on which your moss can grow. The porous clay of the pots or concrete will absorb the yogurt. Keep your pots in a cool, shady place, and water the moss regularly to help it thrive.
Irish moss is actually not a moss at all but a perennial plant native to Europe. The moss is a hardy plant that will withstand freezing temperatures as well as light foot traffic if you plant it in a walkway. This Irish moss, known as Sagina subulata in the horticultural world, is different from the red seaweed also called Irish moss (Chrondrus crispus) from which carrageenan is manufactured. The Irish moss plant grows as a mat only getting 6 inches high and spreading about 12 inches in width.
A member of the pea family, senna, or Cassia corymbosa, Senna corymbosa or flowering senna, is a flowering, semi-evergreen to deciduous bush. A favorite of butterflies, mature senna specimens are capable of reaching heights of 8 feet with an equal branch spread. Bright yellow flowers dapple the deep green foliage repeatedly throughout the growing season. The successful planting of senna in the backyard landscape is dependent on choosing the appropriate location. Senna favors well-drained soil that receives at least six to eight hours of full sun.
Moss, so often overlooked, can be used to decorate bonsai specimens. The moss becomes an integral part of the display when chosen, placed and cultivated with infinite care. Moss was the first green land plant, thought to have developed from simple vascular plants. Moss itself is an ample plant without stems or leaves. It anchors itself to the soil by threadlike structures known as rhizoids. Moss obtains water directly from the soil or the air and gains its nutrients from the air. It can grow only in very moist environments. The Japanese have been using moss to accentuate bonsai specimens…
Irish moss, also known as Scotch moss or sandwort, usually fills gaps in rock gardens, around trees or in other landscape areas where a low blanket of green can highlight the design. The moss also produces small white flowers during the growing season in spring and summer, creating a miniature flower garden on its own. If your climate does not allow for the moss to thrive outdoors, or if you want to get a jump-start on the growing season and have moss ready to transplant in the spring, you can plant the moss in indoor growing pots.
Wet moss can be as slippery as ice. Moss growing between bricks on a sidewalk is a hazard and should be removed. Dark areas and damp bricks are an open invitation for moss to grow, so let the sun do its work to keep the bricks dry. Since moss does not have roots, removal is not a back-breaking tug-of-war.
Almost any type of wood can be used to start a fire as long as it is dry and has not begun to rot. Moss on dry wood should not be a deterrent. In fact, dry moss is a great source of kindling. If the moss on the wood is quite wet, it will smother the fire. And if you consider the fact that wet moss likely means wet wood, you are left with an unusable source of firewood.
It is not uncommon for moss to form on a roof. Not only is this fuzzy, green growth unsightly, it can damage your roof if left untreated. Moss thrives in shady areas, so if you live in an area with a lot of trees, roof moss may become a problem. Prevent roof moss from forming by taking the appropriate measures to make your roof an unappealing breeding ground.
Decorative moss is used, not only in bonsai, but also to give a soft, natural patina to concrete planters, rocks and stone or concrete statuary. If you live in a damp, mossy place, moss spores may eventually find their way to your planters or statues, and possibly even thrive there. Some gardeners, however, have to help out Mother Nature by creating an environment suitable for growing moss and providing it with moss spores and essential nutrients. Cow manure is one ingredient that can aid you in growing the moss you need for your garden projects.
Clay pots don't just hold flowers and plants, they also add their own decorative touch to your garden and landscape. A new pot may not blend in and look natural in the garden. Encouraging moss growth on the outside of the pot helps age the pot with a living embellishment that adds depth to your garden design. Use moss that is already growing on rocks or trees in your yard. These mosses are already thriving in your local environment so are well suited to any pots you plan to display.
Nothing gives a sense of age and permanence to a shaded flagstone patio or walkway like moss. The soft green texture of moss softens the hard edges of the stone and helps it to blend in with the surrounding landscape. Since moss can be laid in strips, it gives immediate gratification. And best of all, moss is low maintenance. It goes dormant during times of drought, is deer resistant, never needs mowing and does not require fertilizer.
Mosses can cause problems in gardens. They grow often in hard-to-reach places and spread rapidly if they are not kept under control. Mosses can also cause stains on paving and other garden structures. It is possible to control moss without the use of harsh and potentially dangerous herbicides. Plain vinegar is all that is needed to keep the moss under control and prevent it from spreading.
Growing moss on surfaces such as rocks, statuary or the ground lends a whimsical look to otherwise barren shade areas. The acidic nature of buttermilk provides an ideal medium for growing moss in the garden and helps bind it to the surface during growth.
Spanish moss (Tillandsia usneoides) is a common sight hanging from trees in many Southern states. Its silvery-grey foliage with slender leaves is picturesque, and rather gothic. In fact Spanish moss is not really a moss, but is related to bromeliads -- another type of plant that uses trees as a place to flourish.
Moss growing on roof surfaces is a common problem for many homeowners. It can grow rather rapidly, leaving your home looking unsightly. If you have had a problem with green moss growing on your roof, you have probably wondered what problems it could cause and how to get rid of it.
According to Bread Info.com, red winter wheat is the most common type of wheat planted throughout the U.S. Hardier than spring wheat; winter wheat thrives when planted in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8. If you live in Kansas, which resides within hardiness zones 5 and 6, you can plant winter wheat successfully in your own backyard. In fact, a small, 10 x10 foot plot is all you need to produce enough wheat for 25 loaves of bread.
Irish moss, also known as Scotch Moss or Sagina subulata, is not a true moss but rather a low-growing groundcover that forms dense, bright green mats of foliage. Irish moss is especially popular for filling gaps between paving stones, as it tolerates light traffic very well. While this plant is not as picky about soil types as many other true mosses, it thrives in well-drained, sandy conditions. If planting in pure sand, you have only a few steps before the conditions are perfect for Irish moss.
Irish moss (sagina subulata), a perennial plant and not a true moss at all, hardily survives freezing temperatures. In summer, it produces small white flowers, adding a nice touch to rock gardens, walkways, and walls where it has been planted. Irish moss is commonly gardened by seed. Although bedding plants are available at nurseries, seeding is much less expensive for large plantings. Irish moss requires minimal care and will thrive and survive light foot traffic when planted between pavers or stones.
Irish moss is also known by the scientific name Sagina subulata and is a very close cousin to Scotch moss. Neither of these plants are truly moss, though. Irish moss blooms with small white flowers in the late spring. Very small and low growing, Irish moss is usually seen between paving stones.
Moss is present in many gardens, often in areas that are moist and heavily shaded. It can become a problem when it begins taking over garden beds, blocking out plant seedlings and competing for soil nutrients. It can also pose a slippery safety hazard when present on garden walkways and furniture. Backyard gardeners can apply various removal techniques to get rid of moss and prevent it from growing back.
Grow moss indoors by creating a favorable environment that includes partial sunlight and lots of moisture. Mosses are non-vascular, primitive plants that have a simple stem and root structure. Mosses are great indoor plants because of their adaptability in a variety of sunlight and temperature environments.
Moss can grow rapidly in between sidewalk brick. It tends to grow in clumps, particularly in areas of shade and moisture. Moss can be very stubborn, and to kill it in brick you need to be consistent and use effective methods. Fortunately, there are some household items that can be used to eradicate moss in brick sidewalks.
Ball moss is a plant that clings to trees and other outdoor objects and draws its nutrients from the air. Because of this, it is actually not a moss at all, but a plant with its own seeds and flowers. Though not usually detrimental to trees in small amounts, ball moss can be bothersome to people trying to keep aesthetically pleasing trees. Also, if heavy amounts of ball moss accumulate, branches could die because the covered parts of the tree don't get enough exposure to sunlight. However, with a little effort, most any tree can become ball moss free.
Irish moss, or Sagina subulata, is a vibrant evergreen carpet-like ground cover. Its lush, mossy foliage creates a meadow effect between stones or over entire outdoor areas. During late spring until early summer, Irish moss is very dense and covered with tiny white or pink flowers. Growing Irish moss is not difficult in all but the most hot and dry areas. It's the perfect decorative addition around paving stones and in dry stone walling. However, it requires near-constant moisture. Despite its name, Irish moss is a flowering plant and not a moss. A seaweed by the same name is unrelated…
Carambola, commonly known as "star fruit", is a plant native to tropical lowlands of India, Malaysia and Indonesia. It is a medium-small tree with drooping branches, growing to 20- to 30-foot tall and produces greenish golden-yellow, five ribbed points/ridges, oval elliptic fruits measuring 2-1/2 to 6 inches in length. The fruits are acidic nature due to its oxalic acid content of the pulp. The fruit is a good source of Vitamins A, B and C, and other valuable minerals such as iron.
Moss Is a beautiful addition to the garden. Moss adds a soft texture to the landscape and makes the garden feel more lush. I have even seen gardens where the only thing they grow is moss. Growing moss is really quite easy. Here are some tips on how you can grow moss.
There are several hundred different species of moss. Unlike most plants, moss does not develop an actual root system. Instead, the plant produces spores, which build a root-like structure that grows into the ground or attaches itself to a surface such as a rock or stone wall. As the moss grows, diminutive leaves begin to emerge and hundreds if not thousands of tiny leaves grow beside one another and exist within a very little patch of moss. The unusual nature of this plant makes it an attractive candidate for an indoor garden. With just a few basic supplies and a…
If you have an old-world, country-style garden or are using a specific color pallet for your plants, placing a new, bright orange clay pot in your yard could clash with your design and ruin your look. Because you want to create beauty, and not an eyesore, aging your clay pots is the perfect solution for making them blend in. There are several easy techniques for aging your clay pots, each with a different color, to ensure your clay pots mesh seamlessly with the rest of your outdoor decor.
Irish or Scotch moss, also known as sagina subulata, is a beautiful ground cover that grows well in moist climates. Grow the sagina subulata, a plant that is green year-round, with instructions from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardening and plant care.
Grow a Venus flytrap in a moist, humid terrarium with gravel or sand spread under moss for good drainage and a clear plastic cover with air holes on top of the terrarium. Store a Venus flytrap in a plastic bag with moss in the refrigerator during the winter using tips from a sustainable gardener in this free video gardening.
Moss grown in a garden requires lots of moisture, standing water and shade to survive, but it makes a great addition to any garden. Grow moss along stone steps or around a shady tree with information from a sustainable gardener in this free video on gardens.
Moss can thrive in just about any environment that is moist enough. Cracks, gaps and seams in sidewalks and brick paths are perfect for moss because those tight crevices can hold on to moisture for a long time, even in hot, sunny weather. If you have a moss problem in your brick or concrete paths, just try these simple steps to remove the moss that you can see, kill the moss that is growing just beneath the surface and discourage new generations from sprouting up.
Phlox is a flowering plant native to North America. This profuse-flowering plant has over 60 species in annual and perennial varieties. Phlox is popular due to its versatility as a cut flower, landscape plant and colorful groundcover. Phlox is also a butterfly flower, meaning that its fragrance and color attract butterflies to the garden. Its blooms are in a wide color spectrum including white, yellow, blue, purple and red. Here are some ways to bring this showy plant to your garden.
Moss can be challenging to grow indoors, since most homes do not have the necessary humidity to keep it going. Keeping the moss sufficiently moist can also be a chore. Terrariums help with both of these problems because they trap in moisture and humidity, making moss much easier to grow indoors.
In this article you will learn how to clean moss and help prolong the time that it takes to reapear
The only native Hawaiian palm trees belong to the genus Pritchardia, and some of them are already extinct in the wild. Called loulu (LOW-loo) in Hawaiian, this palm can reach heights of 90 feet or more. You can grow a suitable species of this attractive fan palm in your tropical landscape--if you can find a plant at a specialty nursery or botanical garden. The Pritchardia schattaueri is an endangered species in forests on the Big Island of Hawaii, and only about a dozen individual trees remain in the wild, so it is very important that home gardeners help to keep…
Though not a true moss, Irish moss (sometimes called Scotch moss) forms a tight mound like moss does, and it works well as a ground cover around stepping-stones and in rockeries. Irish moss thrives in USDA zones 6 to 9.
Adding moss to a garden is a beautiful way to enhance its appearance, and with this easy and inexpensive recipe, you'll enjoy growing moss as well.
