Jensen's Polytrichum Moss
Also known as
Hair moss, Common haircap, Great golden maidenhair, Great goldilocks, Common haircap moss, Common hair moss and haircap moss
Taxonomy
Polytrichum commune
Polytrichum
Polytrichaceae
Polytrichales
How to care for Jensen's Polytrichum Moss
Water
How often to water your Jensen's Polytrichum Moss
every 9
Jensen's Polytrichum Moss needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
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Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
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Finding light for Jensen's Polytrichum Moss in your home
a window
Jensen's Polytrichum Moss may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves š, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Jensen's Polytrichum Moss in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Jensen's Polytrichum Moss
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Jensen's Polytrichum Moss after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Jensen's Polytrichum Moss may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves š without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Care Summary for Jensen's Polytrichum Moss
Jensen's Polytrichum Moss
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 3ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
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