*Most* mosses like acidic, moist, shady soil, however there are also mosses
that thrive in sunny, more alkaline conditions (the Bryums, for example).

Dave

"Phisherman" wrote in message
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On Sat, 31 Jan 2004 11:28:58 -0500, "James" wrote:

I would like to take a semi-shady spot in my garden and plant mosses.
Anyone
have any idea where I might begin to learn more than I do about them? Has
anyone had any experience with such an arrangement? Any info welcome.



Mosses like acidic shady moist soil. I have a hard time controlling
moss and usually use lime to keep it in check. I haven't tried it,
but I've read a few articles that describe blending moss with
buttermilk in equal amounts and using this mix to paint rocks, logs,
and concrete garden statues.