The stuff you're referring to is called sphagnum moss. It's a very good
moisture retainer, but be careful when using it. Sometimes it harbors
bacteria which may make you pretty sick if you have a tiny cut in your hands
through which the bacteria can enter. Use latex gloves when using it.
Marty
----- Original Message -----
From: "lynette g smith"
To:
Sent: Tuesday, December 16, 2003 6:59 PM
Subject: [IBC] Soil, heat, and watering restrictions...
Nic I live in Sydney and we get summer temperatures much in excess of 30,
last year a couple of 45 degree days. I only use a shade cloth rig which
gets put on for the hottest of the summer period and I keep only the least
hardy plants, maples, privet, hawthorn etc under it. So far I have not had
to worry about water as we can still hand water. I have heard of some
people
using something like the stuff( I not sure what it is) that is used to
line
wire hanging baskets to keep moisture loss down.
Lynette
Sydney Australia
----- Original Message -----
From: "Nicolas Steenhout"
To:
Sent: Monday, 15 December 2003 6:55
Subject: [IBC] Soil, heat, and watering restrictions...
Any feedback on this greatly appreciated :-)
nic
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