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QUESTION: OK, I found some moss that came with an orchid that we recently got and I was wondering if it was peat moss. To me it looks just like peat moss, but I have made a mistake before and I don't want to mess this up again.
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ANSWER: Hi Kevin,
This isn't peat moss, it's long-fiber sphagnum moss. Sphagnum is where peat moss comes from, however. Peat is formed from the partial decomposition of sphagnum in bogs.
Good Growing!
Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
http://www.cobraplant.com
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QUESTION: So if this isn't the right stuff, then my other question would be: can I use this long fiber moss to plant my purpurea in?
Hi Kevin,
Long-fiber sphagnum works just fine for Sarracenia. Most folks don't use it only because it's more expensive and harder to find than peat moss. Here's an example of peat moss: http://www.lowes.com/pd_26986-1803-0082_4294822958_4294937087?productId=3029472
Good Growing!
Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
http://www.cobraplant.com
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If your plant is showing poor growth, discoloration, abnormal leaves or possible infestation, the growers at Sarracenia Northwest can help! Carnivorous plant experts Jeff Dallas and Jacob Farin will help you diagnose the problem and get your plants on the right track. Their no nonsense approach has helped thousands of growers all over the world. They can help you too!
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With over 40 years of combined experience, Jeff and Jacob has definitely taken a straight forward approach to growing carnivorous plants. They have encountered many types of diseases, abnormal growth and infestations related to carnivorous plants, and they know what it takes to get plants looking beautiful and healthy again.
Education/Credentials
Authors of Secrets to Growing Beautiful Carnivorous Plants for Your Home and Garden and producers of the Grow Carnivorous Plants! DVD Series. They also produce a monthly video podcast to illustrate how plants cycle through the seasons.
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