Tree Moss

Tree Moss is a lovely, dark green color. Most people purchase it from TN Nursery as a ground cover plant to beautify spots in the yard where they cannot grow grass.

You might hear gardeners refer to it by several names, but it is the carpet-like plant that creeps up shrubs and is beautiful. Regardless of the name, it is worthy of consideration in your garden. It grows naturally throughout North America and Europe, thriving on rocks, boulders, and logs.

Most People Use Tree Moss to Fill in Bare Patches of Lawn

 However, you can use your imagination and put it to use in almost any shady or semi-shady spot. Some gardeners use it to accent their rock gardens or shade gardens. Others use it to seal the moisture in container gardens or houseplants. It is also an excellent companion plant for other plants, as it helps draw and retain excess water.

This Moss is  An Excellent Lawn Plant

 It works best in areas where it will receive very little foot traffic. Wreath-makers cultivate it to harvest and make beautiful wreaths and floral arrangements.

 Appearance And Requirements

Tree moss displays long, narrow leaves with a glossy, bright green surface. The leaves have softly toothed ridges, adding an intriguing textural element to the landscape. This species is known for its dark green color, spreading quickly with minimal care from you. All it might need is a little water on dry or hot days, especially after you first plant it.

It does not have a specific soil preference--and can even grow on rock ledges in shady canyons--but it will do best in a shaded to semi-shaded location.