Fafard sphagnum moss

Fafard Sphagnum Moss is a natural moss known for its exceptional ability to retain water. Light and airy, it provides an acidic environment and is ideal for plants that require constant humidity. This versatile substrate is particularly beneficial for carnivorous plants, orchids, and the propagation of cuttings.

Uses: Sphagnum moss can be used alone or mixed with other substrates to increase water retention. It is perfect for carnivorous plants, orchids, and to aid in the propagation of cuttings due to its excellent water retention and antifungal properties.

Recommended plants: Carnivorous plants, orchids, propagation of cuttings.

Properties :

• Excellent water retention
• Light and airy
• Provides an acidic environment, beneficial to some plants

Benefits :

• Ideal for plants requiring constant humidity
• Facilitates propagation of cuttings by maintaining stable humidity
• Improves water retention in substrate mixes, reducing the frequency of watering
• Provides a sterile, anti-fungal environment, reducing the risk of disease for young plants and cuttings
• Can be used to cover the soil of potted plants to maintain moisture
• Promotes healthy root growth by providing an aerated and well-hydrated substrate

Additional Information for Ornamental Culture:

• Sphagnum moss is particularly beneficial for carnivorous plants that require a constantly moist and acidic substrate.
• Used in orchid mixes, it helps maintain high humidity, essential for these epiphytic plants.
• In horticulture, sphagnum moss is recognized for its ability to improve water retention in substrates, facilitating root growth and plant health.
• When used alone it provides a light, airy substrate, ideal for propagating cuttings and starting young plants.
• It can also be used as a protective layer on the soil of potted plants to maintain moisture and reduce the need for frequent watering.