Sphagnum moss from Home Depot

TechnoCheese

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Would it be safe to use a block of sphagnum moss from Home Depot instead of a pet store?
 

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Would it be safe to use a block of sphagnum moss from Home Depot instead of a pet store?

As long as it’s organic and free of any chemicals I see no issues with using it. And as an added bonus, you’ll likely spend less and get much more.
 

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Like CowboyKen already said, yes, just make sure there aren't any additives for "better plant growth". I get all my peat moss and sphagnum and orchid mix and cypress mulch from Home Depot or Lowes or local garden centers. Got a great bale of 100% Canadian peat moss last Fall....
 

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I've used that kind quite a few times on aquatic hatchlings , it's in the water they drink and live in ..... I give it a rinse before I use it , it can be cleaned like a sponge a couple times before it breaks down to much to use .......

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I've used that kind quite a few times on aquatic hatchlings , it's in the water they drink and live in ..... I give it a rinse before I use it , it can be cleaned like a sponge a couple times before it breaks down to much to use .......

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Oooo, cool!
 
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