The Magical World of Moss Gardening by Annie Martin

The Magical World of Moss Gardening by Annie Martin 

This book came out in 2015, and Pacific Northwest magazine said this about Annie's book:

Instead of eradicating this deer-resistant, pest-resistant, rootless, stemless, wonder of a plant, Annni Martin tells us how to encourage and cultivate it. 

Oh, my dear garden friends, have you ever considered the enchanting world of moss?

It's a realm often overlooked, a hidden gem that can transform your garden into a veritable fairyland.

The Magical World of Moss Gardening by Annie Martin is your invitation to this botanical wonderland.

Moss, you see, is not merely a humble groundcover. It's a resilient, enchanting plant that thrives in the most unexpected places. It's a living tapestry of color, texture, and form, capable of creating breathtaking landscapes. And the best part? It requires minimal maintenance!

Within these pages, Annie Martin, a veritable moss maven, unveils the secrets of this extraordinary plant. She guides us through the art of moss gardening, from selecting the perfect spot to designing stunning layouts.

Now, if Annie's name sounds familiar, it's because she is a moss expert. Her nickname is Mossin' Annie, and she's the proud owner of Mountain Moss Enterprises.

With Annie's expertise, even the most novice gardener can create a moss-filled oasis that will be the envy of your neighbors.

Annie writes,

In my own garden, I feel angst when mosses is dry out and I obsessively respond to my compelling desire to give them a rejuvenating drink. 

And as they begin the saturation process, I regain my own glowing state. As I watch leaves swiftly unfold and colors, magically intensify. 

In addition to being mesmerizing, there are many reasons to pursue moss gardening. There are also many environmental benefits. Moss can be a lawn substitute - depending on your home and garden. If you have a shady property, you should look into mosses as an option. 

Mosses are super carbon sequesters. They're great at erosion control and flood mitigation - and they have a built-in filtration system, which means that moss can help reclaim land in locations where cleanup is needed.

Mosses are near and dear to many gardeners' hearts, but they can be challenging. Many gardeners try to grow and cultivate moss to no avail. And that's because moss has some special requirements. Fortunately, Annie is a master at designing and installing moss gardens. Annie will help you identify dozens of Moss species, and she'll teach you how to propagate moss successfully. 

So, I appreciate books like this because you have a true subject matter expert right at your fingertips.

This book is 240 pages of down-to-earth advice on mosses in the garden.

Whether you're an experienced gardener or a newbie, you will feel extra confident about utilizing moss - the tremendous green ground cover - with Annie as your guide.

You can get a copy of The Magical World of Moss Gardening by Annie Martin and support the show using the Amazon link in today's show notes for around $11.