Gardener's Dictionary: Peat moss
Peat moss (n.): Any moss that forms peat (partially decayed vegetable matter), especially moss in the genus Sphagnum. Peat moss is used to retain moisture and to aerate container plant roots.
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Peat moss (n.): Any moss that forms peat (partially decayed vegetable matter), especially moss in the genus Sphagnum. Peat moss is used to retain moisture and to aerate container plant roots.