Moss...
During the winter months, moss is often found in considerable quantities. Some of it may be made use if. Spread it out on a convenient floor to dry. If it is needed in a damp state it is a simple matter to damp it to the extent required. A little dry moss is useful for placing over cracks in the seed pan, or when potting a plant that requires very free drainage. For this purpose moss is better than decayed manure or leaves. If large panes of glass are not at hand for covering seed boxes, a little moss placed on the surface makes a very good substitute. The moss should, of course, be removed as soon as the seedlings appear. For lining flower-baskets, moss answers better than else, while, made moist and green, it improves the appearance of bulbs in pots. Any plants which cannot be immediately settled into their quarters, should have their roots enclosed in damp moss; and very little harm will of the soil for some time.
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Northern Advocate, 5 June 1947, Page 3
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172Moss... Northern Advocate, 5 June 1947, Page 3
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