Growing Media Chile Sphagnum Moss for Bonsai / Orchid (250g)

Sphagnum Moss is a 100% vegetable substrate. It is a type of moss with ideal characteristics to be used as a substrate for plants that need a lot of aeration. Among these plants we find orchids, also bonsai and carnivorous plants. It is ideal as a substrate for epiphytic plants, plant walls and walls or vertical gardens.

Characteristics of sphagnum moss

• Eliminates the need for chemical pesticides due to their antibacterial properties.
• Reduces water consumption thanks to the high water retention and re-hydration of the sphagnum.
• Provides a more abundant and optimized production thanks to the important and stimulating power of sphagnum on the root.
• Fruits and vegetables produced by hydroponics taste better and are more nutritious and rich in vitamins.

Use in orchids and bonsai

Sphagnum moss is ideal for growing bonsai and orchids due to its water retention power. If we place it on the surface at the foot of the bonsai, we will be able to protect it from the Sun, thus conserving humidity and favoring the formation of roots.

Furthermore, it allows the realization of air layering mixed with other materials (Akadama, fertilizer etc…), ventilating the substrate and facilitating the retention of irrigation water. As we have already said, it is antibacterial so it prevents rot and diseases. Being equally very useful for planting orchids. Giving the hanging pots a rustic and very natural touch.

Use for carnivorous plants

Sphagnum is the natural environment of life for carnivorous plants. They find there the acidity and humidity essential for their survival

Use in vertical garden

It is also seen a lot in the decoration of vertical gardens, being widely used in the creation of walls, facades and green roofs. Achieving such beautiful aspects, that in the same way for interiors it can be imitated with the artificial vertical garden.

Specifications of Growing Media Chile Sphagnum Moss for Bonsai / Orchid (250g)

• Manufacturer: Garden Solutions
• Ideal for orchids, carnivorous plants, bonsai and other indoor plants
• 250g = 12.5L

Shipment Content

• Growing Media Chile Sphagnum Moss for Bonsai / Orchid (250g)