Is it good to have moss in the flower pot?

The benefits of having moss in flower pots

In fact, when the surface of the potting soil is covered with moss, in addition to increasing the beauty of the bonsai, it can also effectively prevent the surface soil from drying out. At the same time, the moss will not decompose the nutrients in the soil. So you can grow moss in flower pots with confidence.

Disadvantages of having moss in flower pots

Because the moss covers the entire surface of the flowerpot, you cannot see the condition of the soil underneath. This is very unfavorable if other plants are grown together at this time. If the soil is too humid and the plants are not properly maintained, their roots will rot and other diseases will occur. If the soil is too dry, the plants may dry up and die.

What kind of bonsai is suitable for moss?

If you plant mosses as decorative bonsai, you must first understand whether they like moisture like mosses, and whether they should be placed in a location with good air circulation. For plants that have high requirements for air permeability, it is not recommended to have moss in the pots; for plants that do not like moisture, it is also not recommended to have moss in the pots. The best growing environment for moss is a dark and humid place. It is also a good choice to grow moss alone. Putting other decorations in the pot can also be a good landscape.

So whether the presence of moss in the flowerpot is good or not depends entirely on the actual situation of the plant.