*Peat (sphagnum peat moss) has been widely used in potting mixes for years. *Kokedama (soil for moss) can be made from a combination of peat* soil, Akadama soil, Fuji sand (black volcanic rock sand), river sand and charcoal (rice hull charcoal).

Japanese sweet flag or other mountain grasses.

Use a bonsai pot that has a hole or make a hole in the pot yourself.

Pots that are too small do not retain water well and will easily dry out. Receptacles holding only moss are called moss pots, while moss bonsai have plants growing together with the moss. Japanese-style bowls that evoke a feeling of calm are a good choice, but colorful bowls and receptacles with an interesting shape are also suitable.Ĭhoose something that will complement the atmosphere of the place and work in with the image you are trying to create. When choosing a pot or bowl for your moss bonsai, make sure it has a hole in the base. As the years go by, the moss will get thicker and provide an attractive contrast to the surrounding vegetation. For moss bonsai beginners, a small pot about the size of your hand is recommended as it will not take up too much space.

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