Identification

• Peat moss is the remains of sphagnum moss harvested from deep in a bog. Peat moss is organic ground covering used in dry areas by gardeners to keep those areas wet. It is grown in bogs around the world. The Everglades is a huge bog.
  
  

Uses

• Peat moss produces a healthier root system in lawns. It also conditions the soil well so plants grow better and healthier. Peat moss makes an excellent source for making compost.
  
  

Warning

• Peat moss changes soil pH and can damage lawns or plants if too much is used. Growers recommend placing only 1 inch of peat moss when beginning to use it as a water retainer.