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Broom Forkmoss

Sale price$49.99

Broom Forkmoss boasts intricate, feathery green foliage that creates a lush, textured look, making it a captivating ground cover and a stunning contrast to other plants.

Provides excellent ground cover

Low maintenance, hardy plant

Prevents soil erosion effectively

Thrives in

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Package of: 5 Square Feet

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Broom Forkmoss - Dicranum scoparium

Sweeping across shaded forest floors in a feathery display is Broom Forkmoss, a unique groundcover with many hidden talents. While exotic in appearance, it is native to North America, spreading indefinitely through understated landscapes that are moist and shaded. It can even be found thriving on top of decaying wood, breathing new hope into an area. Bring forth and elevate your space with the intrigue of this moss by cultivating it in your garden, landscape, or indoor terrarium.

Plant Details - Broom Forkmoss

Family: Dicranaceae

Light Requirement: Partial Shade- Full Shade

Water Needs: Moderate

Height: 1-3 in.

Spread: Indefinite

Growth Rate: Moderate

Wildlife Value: Provides nesting material for birds, habitat for small creatures, stabilizes soil to prevent erosion

The leaves of this plant range across the entire green spectrum depending on the health of the environment. In optimal conditions, the leaves are a deep, solid green color. Because of this, this moss is used as an indicator species for scientists looking to assess the overall health of a forest. This moss serves many critical functions in an ecosystem as a low-growing habitat for small critters. It also enhances the local humidity in a habitat, and its dense mats stabilize the soil and substrate it grows upon.

Landscape Uses and Maintenance - Broom Forkmoss

This moss is an effective groundcover, slowly spreading horizontally to fill in any space it’s given on a substrate. It requires a consistent source of moisture and humidity to thrive at its best. Broom Forkmoss is also extremely desirable to grow indoors as it possesses the ability to purify the air, further setting itself apart from other moss species. When grown in terrariums or containers indoors, this plant works to capture and filter out environmental pollutants. This is a truly multi-purpose plant that happens to look awesome too!

Noteworthy Characteristics

Broom Forkmoss stands out with velvety tufts of leaves shaped just like the cleaning appliance itself. Upon close inspection, it has a slightly wild appearance that stands out from other mosses, enhancing the biodiversity of the ecosystem.

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Bare Root Plants
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Height at Maturity

Under 6 Inches

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Care

Broom Forkmoss thrives in well-drained, acidic soils. Keep it consistently moist, avoiding waterlogging. Supply good air circulation to stop fungal issues. Regularly clean debris around it to maintain health. Minimal pruning is needed; remove dead or damaged parts as required.

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Plant Reproduction

Broom Forkmoss spreads via spores, attaching to surfaces for growth.

Choose early spring or fall when the soil is moist and cool to plant healthy bare-root ferns. You can also use dormant plants to grow year-round. When you arrive, please soak the roots in water for several hours to rehydrate them. Ferns thrive in moist and shaded areas. Dig a hole wide and deep enough to spread out the roots comfortably. Position the fern so the crown (where the roots meet the fronds) is just at or slightly below ground level. Gently backfill with soil firmly around the roots, and thoroughly water to settle the soil and eliminate air pockets. Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch for weed control and to retain moisture, ensuring the mulch does not touch the crown. Water during dry periods is used to keep soil moist but not soggy. Avoid fertilizing in the first year, as ferns prefer nutrient-rich soil over direct fertilization.

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Broom Forkmoss5 Square Feet Sale price$49.99

It’s easy to maintain, provides gorgeous ground cover, and helps purify the air. It’s a wonderful addition to my landscape.

Aaron Jose, Verified Buyer

Zone 4

Love the Broom Forkmoss from TN Nursery! It’s perfect as ground cover and looks amazing between my stepping stones. Plus, it helps clean the air, which is a nice bonus.

Andrea Keith, Verified Buyer

Zone 5

The Broom Forkmoss is flourishing and looks fantastic. It’s soft underfoot and adds a lovely touch of green to my garden. Couldn’t be happier!

Sarah Harold, Verified Buyer

Zone 6

What We Ship

The Benefits of Bare Root Plants

Bare root plants are shipped without soil or pots, making them lightweight and easy to handle. They arrive dormant, ready to be planted and thrive as beautiful, healthy additions to your garden.

Cost-Effective

With no heavy pots or soil, you'll save 50-60% on shipping costs, and you can easily plant our plants yourself—no equipment needed, just a spade for digging small holes.

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Better Growth

Bareroot dormant plants are more hardy because they adapt better to new environments, with stronger root systems that establish quickly, leading to greater resilience and improved survival rates in various conditions.

Eco-Friendly

Bare root native plants are environmentally friendly because they promote biodiversity, require less water and maintenance, and support local ecosystems, making them a sustainable choice for eco-conscious gardening

Features
Why You Will Love Our Broom Forkmoss

Effective Ground Cover

It provides dense coverage, helping to suppress weeds and prevent soil erosion. Its lush growth ensures your garden soil stays protected and well-covered.

Air Purification

This plant effectively removes toxins from the air, making it ideal for those allergic to smoke, pollen, or other irritants. It helps create cleaner, fresher air, benefiting everyone on your property or nearby.

Low Maintenance and Compact

This moss resembles wind-tousled hair but remains neatly in place, growing only a few centimeters high. Its green hue makes it versatile for both expansive areas and smaller, localized garden spots.

Versatile Planting

Ideal for various garden settings, including between stepping stones, under trees, or as a lush base for other plants. Its adaptability makes it a versatile choice for many garden designs.

Caring Tips

How do I care for my Broom Forkmoss?

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Care Tips

Broom Forkmoss thrives in well-drained, acidic soils. Keep it consistently moist, avoiding waterlogging. Supply good air circulation to stop fungal issues. Regularly clean debris around it to maintain health. Minimal pruning is needed; remove dead or damaged parts as required.

Light Requirements

Broom Forkmoss thrives in partial to full shade. It prefers low-light conditions and is ideal for shaded areas under trees or in woodland gardens. Ensure it has consistent moisture and well-drained soil for optimal growth.

Hardy Planting Zones

3 • 4 • 5 • 6 • 7 • 8 • 9

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Susan Flowers
Better than expected

Received broom forkness moss….very healthy and beautiful.

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Jeff Krohn
Looks good so far

Very nice product and well packed for shipping

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erika putinsky
So great!

Arrived perfect and ready to go.
Thanks so much

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MN
Broom Moss

The moss arrived healthy, green, and as expected.

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WOWZA
Broom Forkmoss

By far the nicest moss I've ever bought, hands down!

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