What is peat moss
Sphagnum peat moss is a natural, ecological soil conditioner, that regulates air and moisture around plant roots in order to improve growing conditions. Peat moss usually is compared to a sponge, because of its unique cellular structure that consists of large cavities that can easily absorb water and air.
Benefits of peat moss
· Saving water– Peat moss can retain to 20 times its weight of water
· Improving clay soil– Peat moss loosens and ventilates this type of soil
· Binding sandy soil– Peat moss helps to create structure for sandy soil and preserve moisture and nutrients
· Protecting soil- Peat moss protects soil from hardening and adds ogranic material to it
· Improving compost quality– Peat moss speeds the composting process, controls water and air in the compost and reduces odors
· Reducing leaching– Peat moss releases nutrients slowly over time, therefore reducing amounts of fertilizer use