This is one of the best videos on growing moss. A lot of creators of moss propagation tutorials tend to fill the entire container with moss simply showing us how to care for moss rather than showing how to make smaller patches spread and grow in size. And you have done a great job of showing this. The goal of propagating moss should be to multiply what you have taken from the wild in order to avoid wasting the energy of having to go out and disturb nature multiple times.
Ah thank you! I'm trying to show that it is possible to grow your own without having to use nature as your primary source. And its also important to show people not to expect instant results but to also know that good results are in fact possible with a little bit of patience and consistency
@Randomyoutubecommenter Terrariums, maybe? Lots of people place it around their Bonsai trees. On a lawn, in between stepping stones, near a fountain, etc., it gives a Japanese garden effect.
This is going to be our new homeschool project. We are learning about vascular and nonvascular plants. Thank you. My children loved your video and are excited to go hunting for moss.
love it. i have been taking moss from a forest near me (they have tons and will never run out) and pasting it onto bare patches of my grass lawn. eventually i want the whole grass lawn to be moss. i may try your method too, but it may be slower. moss is just so stunning and grass takes too much time to mow and keep lush green in the summer. it needs too much water
I love moss, it’s so tiny and delicate with tiny little flowers. My driveway is a brick herringbone pattern and moss loves growing between them. Looks lovely! You won’t find me removing it with a pressure washer! The world needs more moss, it’s good for the planet and looks amazing. Thank you ❤😊
Other RUclipsRS just show us how to do the second method but with only special speacies of moss. But in this video you showed us how to grow moss found outside. I really like this vedio.
I have a tiny backyard where I've let nature do what it does and there's a lot of moss. I really like the moss, now I know how to take it with me and multiply and spread it in my future garden. Thanks! ❤
Finally some one showing it's result this video is really helpful and cute I'm very excited about my moss i tried the transplant method it looks so fluffy❤
Do you open the box sometimes for oxygen or something? And if you put it in a jar would work the same way? I'm gonna try anyways:D I love moss and loved watching your video thank you!
I recommend opening monthly to refresh airflow - but its really not necessary if you don't have mold issues. A jar would work just as well. Anything that you can seal and that is transparent will work. Try with as many different types of moss as you can for variety - some moss species adapt easier than others
Lol..... "Actually, I'm very good at back peddling" 😂. Excellent video. You have a natural talent at presenting whatever content you are presenting. Thanks for sharing!
Fabulous video. Thanks so much. I'm new to terrarium making and really keen to propagate mosses for myself. Such beautiful and overlooked little plants. Their fresh vibrant greens just lift the spirits if you take the time to look. I really like your dome-topped propagation containers too. Could you provide a link to your sources please? Are they likely to be available in the UK? Thanks
Thanks for your kind words! I literally got the propagation containers from my local grocery store - they are meant to be fridge organiser's lol. I find the shape perfect for moss propagation. I'm based in South Africa so I doubt we will have cross over
I would recommend not puting the moss in direct sunlight as inside of the plastice box can heated up eventually roasting your moss so keep it in indirect light where direct sunlight can't reach
wow, thats impressive, and beautiful, thank you , now do spanish moss hanging in southern oak trees near the coast in a plastic container lol, because i am in north Ga, no spanish moss hanging in my area, cant even bring it home from vacation it dries and di3s , it is not green its grey , i do love my green moss i have in my yard though, its something i wish i could turn into ground cover instead of using ivy , i dont mess with it because i have always thought it very fragile, but after watching i may get into terrariums , a new subscriber
I love the look of Spanish Moss. However, is it an invasive species? Does it lead to the demise of the tree it's growing on? I sincerely hope not. Best of luck in your adventure.
@@maidendragonfly spanish moss doesnt harm trees like vines ie muscadine , grape, scuppernong ,kudzu , i think ivy will grow and ki77 trees its growing on, trees on east coast in the south have hardwoods living hundreds if not thousand years with spanish moss growing on them, angel oak, a famous historical south carolina tree supposedly a thousand years old, i cant recall if it has moss or not , it may be detrimental to pines since i have seen it growing sparsely in pines , i dont care what happens to pines, they carry ticks, i try and avoid them, thank y ou for the reply and hope your moss garden is prospering
@@spectraldragonfly28 1) I only open the container when I am using the moss for projects. Other than that I leave the moss to produce its own oxygen. If you are having fungus issues, I'd open at least twice a week 2) my container is airtight, but you don't specifically need to use an airtight container. Just a container that is sealed enough to aid in creating a high humidity environment. 3) dappled/filtered sunlight try to get around at least 4 hours a day. If you are keeping it in only indirect lighting, then try aim for bright light around 8-10 hours a day
I have watched this video a few times, its very relaxing. Does the moss grow at same pace even in hot climates if growm in the similar way ? Please let me know, we usually feel like 35-40 degrees
@@ramyavenna5867 in my experience mosses do tend to grow faster in hotter environments but I do think its species specific. As long as its not in direct sun, you should be good
I watched a gardening video and saw someone put moss into a blender with plain yogurt. The mix was then spread over the substrate, which supposedly worked. I like your version of shaking the moss apart much better but was wondering why yogurt?
@forestfloorterrariums Hi, what soil was used for propagating? I have dry moss that was collected few months ago, but didn't used it for air layering plants. I'm planing to do the air layering in spring, and during the autumn and winter to propagate moss. Can I use coconut peat, as I have it at home?
Didn't open the lid at all between each month - I would recommend opening once monthly. Just to refresh the airflow I also didn't water at all and still haven't watered. Usually only water them if I transplant it to a terrarium or a pot. If the moss is looking slightly shrivelled then you can spray a few sprays. But as long as there is condensation in the container - you know the humidity is enough
I have 2 questions. 1. how do you keep the soil from getting moldy? 2. how to get rid of tiny bugs/ unwanted insects from the moss harvested outside? thank you❤
@@bsbaqua7727 your first generation 9f growth will most likely have some mold growth - this is normal as your moss is forraged. You can combat this by using hydrogen peroxide to kill off mold patches and monitor/treat until the mold is gone. From that generation of moss you will grow more via trimmings. The more you trim and grow the more resilient that moss will become to its conditions and to the mold. Eventually leading in completely mold free moss growth.
Do you think if before those spores burst out you transplanted a few of those into an already freshly propagated batch it would exponentially increase the growth rate of the tub?
In the second method can we just leave the container open? If i leave it open should i mist it regularly? And what about the lighting period when it is kept open?
You can leave the container open, you will just need to be careful of low humidity levels (moss likes around 70% or higher humidity) you can mist daily to help but it won't grow as fast if the humidity isn't consistent enough
@@blackpearl2635 hydrogen peroxide - dab it on the infected area and it should fizzle away. Might take a few treatments over a couple weeks but it should eventually come right. You can find at most pharmacy's for pretty cheap
You forgot a third way, just live here on the Oregon coast and you will have more moss and lichens than you know what to do with! Great video, thank you.
Regular seed? Can you elaborate what you mean by that? I have used potting soil and my only issue was other weeds growing amongst the moss. But the moss still grew
Yes, the only risk is you might have some mold growth in chunkier soil mixes due to wood chips decomposing. You can just pick out the wood matter and monitor it closely
Thank you for the video. I was wondering if you opened the container and sprayed it in the first month or second month. If so, how often. I would really appreciate any information. Thanks again for the video.
I didn't spray it or open it up at all. I only spray the moss if I am harvesting from the container or if I am trimming the moss (you can use the trimmings to grow more moss and increase your yeald further)
Thank you for this. I collected some moss and repotted it but didn’t realise it needs to be more submerged into the soil instead of just sitting on top. So once you’ve propagated it for a few months, how do you add it to the top of the soil with a pot plant? I have a jade plant I want to surround with some moss.
@@susanlisson7066 you can follow the transplant method for when you want to take the moss you have already cultivated to grow elsewhere. Just keep the soil moist when transplanting
@@liviiya9996 terrestrial mosses aren't suitable for aquarium use, but you can do this method with aquarium mosses to grow more. You might just need to add a bit more moisture
What do you think about propagating on lawn? My lot is mostly shaded (Oak and Redwood trees) with about 5 different bare patches ranging from 25 to 50 square feet each. It’s very poor dirt, but was thinking of mixing up your substrate and sprinkling the dried/crumbled moss, keep it moist and covered with plastic sheeting until it really sets up. What do you think?
These are very large areas of moss to cover up, so its going to take some time and nurturing to get the moss to take. I would start off with a smaller area to test - don't just sprinkle the mixture over - its important to make sure the moss is pressed against the soil so its rhizoids (roots) can anchor themselves into the soil and start growing from there - that way the moss will be able to establish itself better. Keep the spot moist but not too wet. You want humidity and not too swampy. Try do this in-between seasons so the weather isn't too harsh while the moss is establishing itself
That's great. I love it. Thank you for the video. I wanted to ask you if the moss can then be transplanted into your own garden and, if so, how to keep it alive? As the moisture levels won't be the same as in the container. Would you say to do this process at the end of the year, so the new moss is ready to be transplanted into the garden in the Spring, when it is getting warmer and it has time to settle into the new spot? I was thinking of a rockery area, where it gets bright but no direct sunlight. Any other suggestions? Thanks again 💚
It can be quite tricky getting moss to grow in your garden, but here are my suggestions - use the propagation method directly on the spot in your garden. It will be easier for the moss to grow from scratch in an area rather than transplanting (this is specific to outdoor planting). Whichever season is your rainy season is the season I would recommend propagating the moss as you are going to need to keep that area damp until the moss establishes itself. It will take longer but once established you should have moss in that area for life. You can also combine the methods. So use the propagation method mostly but also transplant small bits of moss - this will increase the chances of the moss taking hold of the area
You kind of want the moss to be a bit established before the hotter months arrive. Heat has a tendancy to dry moss out and can also burn moss that hasn't fully colonised So if your winters aren't too cold (I.e you don't have snow) then I would spend the winter trying to establish the area with moss
Hi, I love your videos😀. Sorry if I've missed it somewhere, but what type of moss is this one? The form looks beautiful with transplant. Love that it's unevenly grown. thanks a lot.
I didn't buy this moss commercially so i don't have a solid identification. I'm so terrible at moss identification because it grows so differently when cultivated compared to how it grows in my garden and there are just SO many types its hard to pinpoint the exact species. I've gotten as far as Tortula murulis in terms of identification, but I'm not fully satisfied
@@jingzhang9007 yes, I believe it’s star moss as well. But I’m not sure if it’s Tortula Ruralis or Syntrichia Ruralis, as these are both referred to as star moss and look very similar to each other.
Don't have any issues with keeping it sealed. I only opened the lid monthly to check the progress but you can go longer. If everything if properly sterilised you shouldn't have mold issues
I live in the tropics where the temperature at times goes into 30 degrees celcius. I am afraid if i grow them in closed containers, they might get baked . Can i grow them in an open tupperware and make sure the soil is always damp by spraying them regularly?
I would suggest poking holes the lid instead of leaving it completely open. Reason is that moss requires consistent humidity - an open container won't have enough humidity. Poking holes in the lid will help alleviate excess heat and will provide extra airflow too
@@TuminemTuminem-n6n yeah you can try and use other mediums to grow the moss. Stay away from fertilizer rich soils and I would recommend a finer soil texture over something chunky
@@TuminemTuminem-n6n with watering. If you don't see condensation on your container for a week or longer then its time to water 🤗 keeping the lid of the container closed will help keep the humidity up
Hi FFT, I'd like to know, after propagating and acclimatizing the moss, how would one transplant the moss to the final terarium container ? Thanks very much in advance
Okay, so depending on the type of moss you have. You can use a spoon or scraper to gently lift or pull the moss you want to transplant. After you have taken it out - add it to your new container and gently push the moss down into the area. Apply a slight pressure to make sure the moss is sitting firmly on the new soil/substrate. Then add a few sprays of water directly onto the moss to further solidify it. You can do this in smaller or bigger patches depending on the size of the container. Very similar to how I transplanted the forraged moss in the beginning of the video. Allow for like 2 days for the moss to bounce back from you transplanting it
@@forestfloorterrariums Thank you for the clarification ! I wasn't sure if that was what it was, because I didn't recognize the grittiness of the akadama. I thought it might be some kind of powdered clay. 🙂
@@ArnavYadav27 sunlight will bring warmth, which can aid in moss growth. But you don't want to overheat the container. So stick with indirect lighting until you have a more stable culture growing
@@forestfloorterrariums Thank you! I have put the moss in the container and sealed it with cling wrap, and put it in indirect sunlight. Hoping to see growth in 1 to 2 months....
I have one more thing to ask.... Some rainwater got into the container making the soil soggy. But i have put a tight seal around it and poked some holes for airflow. The soil is not soggy rather wet. Will i see growth of moss or it will be a fail?
I have a question -if you are closing the lid after spraying water to it , does it mean that you dont need to add water anymore ? , im asking if this works just like a terrarium , when after spraying water and closing the lid , you dont need to open the terrarium and also dont need to water it anymore
Great content Jade. I tried to propagate my moss from the street. It's been 4 month since i put it in the container. It's grow very slowly. I made a tranSplant method. The moss grows higher but don't spread ... Do you have any suggestions ?
This is one of the best videos on growing moss. A lot of creators of moss propagation tutorials tend to fill the entire container with moss simply showing us how to care for moss rather than showing how to make smaller patches spread and grow in size. And you have done a great job of showing this. The goal of propagating moss should be to multiply what you have taken from the wild in order to avoid wasting the energy of having to go out and disturb nature multiple times.
Ah thank you! I'm trying to show that it is possible to grow your own without having to use nature as your primary source. And its also important to show people not to expect instant results but to also know that good results are in fact possible with a little bit of patience and consistency
Moreso to avoid depleting nature’s resources..
jeah man good video
What is the moss used for?
@Randomyoutubecommenter Terrariums, maybe? Lots of people place it around their Bonsai trees. On a lawn, in between stepping stones, near a fountain, etc., it gives a Japanese garden effect.
this was such a pleasure to watch without music or voice.
I can say this person loves quiet life and nature.
thank you for this video.
And no vlogger's face taking up camera space.
The best moss propagating video I've seen, I'm going to try out the second method
Good luck!
Does it work??
Did it work?
Any update my fellow moss lover?
Update???
I like that there was no voices in this video. Just the sounds of the process
"Turns out I’ve been unintentionally growing moss in my shower for years! 😂 Now I’m ready to do it on purpose! 🌿 Thanks for the pro tips!"
This is the most helpful and relaxing moss propagation video out there! Thank you for putting this out.
This is going to be our new homeschool project. We are learning about vascular and nonvascular plants. Thank you. My children loved your video and are excited to go hunting for moss.
I thought I was the only one who loved and collected moss to grow in pots!!! Thank you for this valuable information!❤😂🎉
I always get so happy when I see you posted a video, i really love the quality of your content ❤
This means so much to me, thank you 💚
saw few of them at backyard. no idea growing even moss can be so satisfied to watch. im surely try this, thanks
love it. i have been taking moss from a forest near me (they have tons and will never run out) and pasting it onto bare patches of my grass lawn. eventually i want the whole grass lawn to be moss. i may try your method too, but it may be slower. moss is just so stunning and grass takes too much time to mow and keep lush green in the summer. it needs too much water
I don't think it will grow in full sun.
I love moss, it’s so tiny and delicate with tiny little flowers. My driveway is a brick herringbone pattern and moss loves growing between them. Looks lovely! You won’t find me removing it with a pressure washer! The world needs more moss, it’s good for the planet and looks amazing. Thank you ❤😊
The asmr we didnt know we needed but that we all need.
Best and no nonsense video for growing Funeria moss, thank you, l am going to try today itself.
Other RUclipsRS just show us how to do the second method but with only special speacies of moss. But in this video you showed us how to grow moss found outside. I really like this vedio.
I have a tiny backyard where I've let nature do what it does and there's a lot of moss.
I really like the moss, now I know how to take it with me and multiply and spread it in my future garden.
Thanks! ❤
Thank you for showing the propagation method! I will definitely try it in my vivarium!
Thank you most big creators usually just show a lot of higher budget steps this seems way more simple!
Nice video man, i appreciated that and is fun to see the moss growth in month after month in just 5 minute, i like this video🎉🎉
Thank you for this video, I want to add moss to a future vivarium and this helped a lot
Finally some one showing it's result this video is really helpful and cute I'm very excited about my moss i tried the transplant method it looks so fluffy❤
Beautiful silence. Brilliant green moss. Lovely video
Do you open the box sometimes for oxygen or something? And if you put it in a jar would work the same way? I'm gonna try anyways:D I love moss and loved watching your video thank you!
I recommend opening monthly to refresh airflow - but its really not necessary if you don't have mold issues.
A jar would work just as well. Anything that you can seal and that is transparent will work.
Try with as many different types of moss as you can for variety - some moss species adapt easier than others
@@forestfloorterrariums thank you for taking the time and responding to my question.
Put some holes 🕳️
I love moss! I have a bunch in my back yard to use for a project. I’m going to try this method. Great how to video!
Love that you’re showing the growth updates! ❤
Hi FFT, thank you for the mid-day relaxation content
The propagation method is better to put on terrariums. Thank you!
Lol..... "Actually, I'm very good at back peddling" 😂. Excellent video. You have a natural talent at presenting whatever content you are presenting. Thanks for sharing!
@@terryunger3008 thank you!
Fabulous video. Thanks so much. I'm new to terrarium making and really keen to propagate mosses for myself. Such beautiful and overlooked little plants. Their fresh vibrant greens just lift the spirits if you take the time to look.
I really like your dome-topped propagation containers too. Could you provide a link to your sources please? Are they likely to be available in the UK? Thanks
Thanks for your kind words! I literally got the propagation containers from my local grocery store - they are meant to be fridge organiser's lol. I find the shape perfect for moss propagation. I'm based in South Africa so I doubt we will have cross over
Amazingly helpful and to the point. Thank you for sharing this information!
The second one are my favorite method its give u the best satisfying result
Thanks i m going to start terrarium buisness but this was the most important video for me thank you
Very interesting. I definitely want to try this. Moss will look good around my bonsais.
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Great video! I will be starting some moss gardens soon!
I would recommend not puting the moss in direct sunlight as inside of the plastice box can heated up eventually roasting your moss so keep it in indirect light where direct sunlight can't reach
This is why filtered or dappled light is used instead of full direct sun :)
wow, thats impressive, and beautiful, thank you , now do spanish moss hanging in southern oak trees near the coast in a plastic container lol, because i am in north Ga, no spanish moss hanging in my area, cant even bring it home from vacation it dries and di3s , it is not green its grey , i do love my green moss i have in my yard though, its something i wish i could turn into ground cover instead of using ivy , i dont mess with it because i have always thought it very fragile, but after watching i may get into terrariums , a new subscriber
I love the look of Spanish Moss. However, is it an invasive species? Does it lead to the demise of the tree it's growing on? I sincerely hope not. Best of luck in your adventure.
@@maidendragonfly spanish moss doesnt harm trees like vines ie muscadine , grape, scuppernong ,kudzu , i think ivy will grow and ki77 trees its growing on, trees on east coast in the south have hardwoods living hundreds if not thousand years with spanish moss growing on them, angel oak, a famous historical south carolina tree supposedly a thousand years old, i cant recall if it has moss or not , it may be detrimental to pines since i have seen it growing sparsely in pines , i dont care what happens to pines, they carry ticks, i try and avoid them, thank y ou for the reply and hope your moss garden is prospering
😍😍😍 unique still to get moss in free way
@@IndoPie accessibility to moss is what its all about
Thanks!
Thank you ❤❤
1) How often do you open the container for air?
2) How tightly sealed is your container? Is it air tight?
3) How much sunlight?
@@spectraldragonfly28
1) I only open the container when I am using the moss for projects. Other than that I leave the moss to produce its own oxygen. If you are having fungus issues, I'd open at least twice a week
2) my container is airtight, but you don't specifically need to use an airtight container. Just a container that is sealed enough to aid in creating a high humidity environment.
3) dappled/filtered sunlight try to get around at least 4 hours a day. If you are keeping it in only indirect lighting, then try aim for bright light around 8-10 hours a day
This was exactly what I needed to know and who knew you could asmr miss propagation 😊
Awesome. Going to give this a try.
Have fun!
Excellent video. I'm going to try to grow my own moss.
Thanks 🖖🌻💚
@@lunainezdelamancha3368 good luck!
i feel like fairies were casually flying about as you made this video 😄. it's so serene. thx 🧚🏿♀️🧚🏻🧚♂️🧚🏾🧚🏻♀️
I LOVE this , thank you
I have watched this video a few times, its very relaxing. Does the moss grow at same pace even in hot climates if growm in the similar way ? Please let me know, we usually feel like 35-40 degrees
@@ramyavenna5867 in my experience mosses do tend to grow faster in hotter environments but I do think its species specific. As long as its not in direct sun, you should be good
What is the triangle metal instrument you use to tap with for the first method?
I watched a gardening video and saw someone put moss into a blender with plain yogurt. The mix was then spread over the substrate, which supposedly worked. I like your version of shaking the moss apart much better but was wondering why yogurt?
Sorry if i missed to read the answer, or if someone has asked before. How often you spray/water both the container?
Nice video! May I ask how many times you water the moss?
@forestfloorterrariums
Hi, what soil was used for propagating? I have dry moss that was collected few months ago, but didn't used it for air layering plants. I'm planing to do the air layering in spring, and during the autumn and winter to propagate moss. Can I use coconut peat, as I have it at home?
Do you spray a water every day? Do you keep the container closed without any holes?
You keep it closed without holes, no direct sunlight and can spray water a little every other week
@@SimpleGuy61072 if you don't see any condensation inside your container for a week, you know its time to add in a few sprays of water
U have explained fabulously... I vl try n feedback my try after a month
Do you open the lid from time to time? And do you spray water? Or do you just leave the boxes untouched?
Didn't open the lid at all between each month - I would recommend opening once monthly. Just to refresh the airflow
I also didn't water at all and still haven't watered. Usually only water them if I transplant it to a terrarium or a pot.
If the moss is looking slightly shrivelled then you can spray a few sprays. But as long as there is condensation in the container - you know the humidity is enough
@@forestfloorterrariums Thank you!
I have 2 questions.
1. how do you keep the soil from getting moldy?
2. how to get rid of tiny bugs/ unwanted insects from the moss harvested outside?
thank you❤
1. By putting a bunch of springtails in the container you use.
2. Rinse the moss with warm water before planting/propagating.
Nice, can you tell us how do not have mold issues?
@@bsbaqua7727 your first generation 9f growth will most likely have some mold growth - this is normal as your moss is forraged. You can combat this by using hydrogen peroxide to kill off mold patches and monitor/treat until the mold is gone. From that generation of moss you will grow more via trimmings. The more you trim and grow the more resilient that moss will become to its conditions and to the mold. Eventually leading in completely mold free moss growth.
Do you think if before those spores burst out you transplanted a few of those into an already freshly propagated batch it would exponentially increase the growth rate of the tub?
@@BikerBonsai yes 👍
In the second method can we just leave the container open? If i leave it open should i mist it regularly? And what about the lighting period when it is kept open?
You can leave the container open, you will just need to be careful of low humidity levels (moss likes around 70% or higher humidity) you can mist daily to help but it won't grow as fast if the humidity isn't consistent enough
@@forestfloorterrariumsI kept the container closed for 3 days..now I am seeing some fungus growing along with the moss fragments 🥲
@@blackpearl2635 hydrogen peroxide - dab it on the infected area and it should fizzle away. Might take a few treatments over a couple weeks but it should eventually come right. You can find at most pharmacy's for pretty cheap
@@forestfloorterrariumswell i have another problem now ...there are a lot of tiny white worms roaming in between the moss 😢
@@blackpearl2635 are they harming your moss? They could be nematodes, which are good for soil health
Awesome tips thanks
love what you do. Is there a best soil mixture to use for both methods? Where do you resource your jars?
love this video
Do we still need to water the plant weekly?And can i use mix soil?
@@SyafikaShahril you can use mix soil, just take out any chunky bits so the soil mix is of a fine texture
You forgot a third way, just live here on the Oregon coast and you will have more moss and lichens than you know what to do with! Great video, thank you.
Does this need any drainage or ventilation? need to be concerned with any mold or bacteria growth?
add springtails if you’re worried about that
Good video. I could definitely use some moss for my Bonsai but what kind of bird was that in the background @ :44? Thanks...
can this method be used with java moss or any other types of aquatic moss?
1:14 Could i also use regular seed and cutting pot soil for growing the moss?
Regular seed? Can you elaborate what you mean by that? I have used potting soil and my only issue was other weeds growing amongst the moss. But the moss still grew
@@forestfloorterrariumsI mean soil to grow seeds and cuttings in, it’s softer and probably has more nutrients
@@Lemons_1moss don't require much nutrients, so you can use any kind of soil for moss propagation, even dirt from outside.
What is the alternative to bonsai clay?
Thanks
@@frograo you can use any soil that is fertiliser free. Just take out any chunky bits to ensure a fine texture
Can i use regular plant soil insterd of using bonsai soil??? Please lwet me know
Yes, the only risk is you might have some mold growth in chunkier soil mixes due to wood chips decomposing. You can just pick out the wood matter and monitor it closely
@@forestfloorterrariums thank you so much 😊😊
Thank you for the video. I was wondering if you opened the container and sprayed it in the first month or second month. If so, how often. I would really appreciate any information. Thanks again for the video.
I didn't spray it or open it up at all. I only spray the moss if I am harvesting from the container or if I am trimming the moss (you can use the trimmings to grow more moss and increase your yeald further)
This is relaxing to watch, informative But I won't use it since I live in a desert 😭
Note : Everyone Don't put he container in direct sulight for lighting the moss will get fried he might have showed that for making that clip
Thank you for sharing❤
Thank you for this. I collected some moss and repotted it but didn’t realise it needs to be more submerged into the soil instead of just sitting on top. So once you’ve propagated it for a few months, how do you add it to the top of the soil with a pot plant? I have a jade plant I want to surround with some moss.
@@susanlisson7066 you can follow the transplant method for when you want to take the moss you have already cultivated to grow elsewhere. Just keep the soil moist when transplanting
If I grow something like this. Can I use it in my fish tank?
@@liviiya9996 terrestrial mosses aren't suitable for aquarium use, but you can do this method with aquarium mosses to grow more. You might just need to add a bit more moisture
Heya, could i also do this with regular soil from my garden where the moss grows?
Yes!
I want to cover my plants soil with moss should i do the same or just transplant it directly on soil
Can you please tell the potting mix for the 1st method you have done.
@@sanghamitramohanta6667 I use a 50/50 mix of coco peat and sphagnum peat moss
Awesome 😎
What do you think about propagating on lawn?
My lot is mostly shaded (Oak and Redwood trees) with about 5 different bare patches ranging from 25 to 50 square feet each. It’s very poor dirt, but was thinking of mixing up your substrate and sprinkling the dried/crumbled moss, keep it moist and covered with plastic sheeting until it really sets up. What do you think?
And I really loved your video, btw. ❤️
These are very large areas of moss to cover up, so its going to take some time and nurturing to get the moss to take.
I would start off with a smaller area to test - don't just sprinkle the mixture over - its important to make sure the moss is pressed against the soil so its rhizoids (roots) can anchor themselves into the soil and start growing from there - that way the moss will be able to establish itself better. Keep the spot moist but not too wet. You want humidity and not too swampy.
Try do this in-between seasons so the weather isn't too harsh while the moss is establishing itself
What kind of containers are those?!😮 love the video, thank you🎉❤
They are meant for Fridge organisation lol. I like to use them because they fit onto most windowsils and stack nicely without blocking too much light
That's great. I love it. Thank you for the video.
I wanted to ask you if the moss can then be transplanted into your own garden and, if so, how to keep it alive? As the moisture levels won't be the same as in the container.
Would you say to do this process at the end of the year, so the new moss is ready to be transplanted into the garden in the Spring, when it is getting warmer and it has time to settle into the new spot?
I was thinking of a rockery area, where it gets bright but no direct sunlight.
Any other suggestions?
Thanks again 💚
It can be quite tricky getting moss to grow in your garden, but here are my suggestions - use the propagation method directly on the spot in your garden. It will be easier for the moss to grow from scratch in an area rather than transplanting (this is specific to outdoor planting). Whichever season is your rainy season is the season I would recommend propagating the moss as you are going to need to keep that area damp until the moss establishes itself. It will take longer but once established you should have moss in that area for life. You can also combine the methods. So use the propagation method mostly but also transplant small bits of moss - this will increase the chances of the moss taking hold of the area
You kind of want the moss to be a bit established before the hotter months arrive. Heat has a tendancy to dry moss out and can also burn moss that hasn't fully colonised
So if your winters aren't too cold (I.e you don't have snow) then I would spend the winter trying to establish the area with moss
I just put it in a jar on top if an inch of dirt and then sprinkle some water one a month. Works perfectly
Hi, I love your videos😀. Sorry if I've missed it somewhere, but what type of moss is this one? The form looks beautiful with transplant. Love that it's unevenly grown. thanks a lot.
I didn't buy this moss commercially so i don't have a solid identification. I'm so terrible at moss identification because it grows so differently when cultivated compared to how it grows in my garden and there are just SO many types its hard to pinpoint the exact species. I've gotten as far as Tortula murulis in terms of identification, but I'm not fully satisfied
That’s good enough. Thank you 🙏🏼
@@jingzhang9007 yes, I believe it’s star moss as well. But I’m not sure if it’s Tortula Ruralis or Syntrichia Ruralis, as these are both referred to as star moss and look very similar to each other.
So that’s how moss spores are made!😮
What about air flow? Gas exchange? How often do you open the lid? Or check on it?
Don't have any issues with keeping it sealed. I only opened the lid monthly to check the progress but you can go longer. If everything if properly sterilised you shouldn't have mold issues
so we should leave the sporophytes intact? What happens if we don't bother them? They don't look good.
I live in the tropics where the temperature at times goes into 30 degrees celcius.
I am afraid if i grow them in closed containers, they might get baked . Can i grow them in an open tupperware and make sure the soil is always damp by spraying them regularly?
I would suggest poking holes the lid instead of leaving it completely open. Reason is that moss requires consistent humidity - an open container won't have enough humidity. Poking holes in the lid will help alleviate excess heat and will provide extra airflow too
@@forestfloorterrariums thank you so much
With the constant dampness and no airflow, how do we keep mold, mildew, or algae at bay?
How often do you spray water?
Think i just learned theres a difference between "growing", and "propagation"
I tried this but a lot of bugs started growing in it. Any idea how to remove them before growing in a container?
I hope you reply. For the planting medium, can we use another mixture? and also are we going to water it everyday? i am a beginner
@@TuminemTuminem-n6n yeah you can try and use other mediums to grow the moss. Stay away from fertilizer rich soils and I would recommend a finer soil texture over something chunky
@@TuminemTuminem-n6n with watering. If you don't see condensation on your container for a week or longer then its time to water 🤗 keeping the lid of the container closed will help keep the humidity up
Hi FFT, I'd like to know, after propagating and acclimatizing the moss, how would one transplant the moss to the final terarium container ?
Thanks very much in advance
Okay, so depending on the type of moss you have. You can use a spoon or scraper to gently lift or pull the moss you want to transplant. After you have taken it out - add it to your new container and gently push the moss down into the area. Apply a slight pressure to make sure the moss is sitting firmly on the new soil/substrate. Then add a few sprays of water directly onto the moss to further solidify it.
You can do this in smaller or bigger patches depending on the size of the container.
Very similar to how I transplanted the forraged moss in the beginning of the video. Allow for like 2 days for the moss to bounce back from you transplanting it
@@forestfloorterrariums
Thanks so much for responding i appreciate it very much, thanks for the great video!
Hi ! Very great video, very interesting ! 😀
When you say "bonsai clay", are you talking about something like akadama ? 🤔
Yes! In my country its just called bonsai clay haha
@@forestfloorterrariums Thank you for the clarification !
I wasn't sure if that was what it was, because I didn't recognize the grittiness of the akadama. I thought it might be some kind of powdered clay. 🙂
Ty for the vid, i'm doing the same two methods as in your video rn, i placed the containers outside in my balcony, should i put them inside? :P
Put them wherever has the best lighting!
@@forestfloorterrariums thanks!
Can i grow moss by transplant method in indirect sunlight, bright sunlight or led light? I am really concerned about the lighting.
@@ArnavYadav27 indirect lighting and LED lighting are the most beginner friendly
@@ArnavYadav27 sunlight will bring warmth, which can aid in moss growth. But you don't want to overheat the container. So stick with indirect lighting until you have a more stable culture growing
@@forestfloorterrariums Thank you! I have put the moss in the container and sealed it with cling wrap, and put it in indirect sunlight. Hoping to see growth in 1 to 2 months....
I have one more thing to ask....
Some rainwater got into the container making the soil soggy.
But i have put a tight seal around it and poked some holes for airflow. The soil is not soggy rather wet. Will i see growth of moss or it will be a fail?
@@ArnavYadav27 it should be fine, try dab the wetness with an absorbant towel to make sure the moss isn't sitting in water for long periods of time
I have a question
-if you are closing the lid after spraying water to it , does it mean that you dont need to add water anymore ? , im asking if this works just like a terrarium , when after spraying water and closing the lid , you dont need to open the terrarium and also dont need to water it anymore
@@elegancki_kubus yes, this is the exact same concept as a terrarium!
@@forestfloorterrariumsthank you very much 🥰
It's alive!!!!! IT'S ALIVE!!!!!!!
I might have or have not done the propagtion then transplant both in the same container (i hope my moss will be normal)
Great content Jade. I tried to propagate my moss from the street. It's been 4 month since i put it in the container. It's grow very slowly. I made a tranSplant method. The moss grows higher but don't spread ... Do you have any suggestions ?
Try chopping it up finely and using the propagation method. It covers a larger surface area