peat moss

noun

: sphagnum

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Another option is to remove soil from the tuber and store it in peat moss or vermiculite in a dark, cool (50 degrees) location for its dormant period. —

Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 12 Feb. 2023 Keep in Mind: This mix does include sphagnum peat moss. —

Renee Freemon Mulvihill, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Feb. 2023 The sale of peat moss in England will be banned starting in 2024 because of environmental concerns. —

oregonlive, 12 Dec. 2022 The new, thinking gardener no longer uses peat moss for anything. —

Jeff Lowenfels | Alaska Gardening And Growing, Anchorage Daily News, 9 Feb. 2023 Fill it halfway with a peat moss, potting soil, and perlite mixture. —

Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Jan. 2023 Use a planting mixture of peat moss, potting soil and perlite. —

Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Jan. 2023 Many bagged soils contain peat moss, and some gardeners make their own soil mix with it. —

oregonlive, 12 Dec. 2022 There are over 285 species of peat moss, all belonging to the genus Sphagnum. —

Ed Yong, Discover Magazine, 22 July 2010 See More

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