Gatito Posted August 27, 2011 Report Share Posted August 27, 2011 Doing a planted firebellied newt tank, where's the best place to get mosses and ground cover, and what kinds are/aren't ok for them? Also, any foliage recommendations other than miniature figs? Will have space for potted "bog" plants as well. Many thanks for any replies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myfishybuisness Posted August 27, 2011 Report Share Posted August 27, 2011 could try java moss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gatito Posted August 27, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2011 could try java moss Thanks - Java moss is fab - I have it in the water, and it works well draped over the edge of the water onto the substrate too (using a glass partition, water on one side, potting mix/gravel on the other), but i'm concerned it will dry out and die off if i arrange it away from the water and don't make sure it stays moist. I'm gunning for it to be as low maintenance as possible, so i'm looking for suitable drier mosses that don't need to be kept too damp. What needs to be taken into consideration when assessing plants as safe or not? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Insect Direct Posted August 27, 2011 Report Share Posted August 27, 2011 xmas moss is good but needs to be on a damp substrate (like java) or be misted, at least, daily. sphagnum moss is good also, but i think you will find the same for most mosses, but im all ears if there is something that likes drier surroundings ... sphag seems to need moderate to high light. if you want live sphagneato http://www.magicmoss.co.nz/locator.asp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanmin4304 Posted August 27, 2011 Report Share Posted August 27, 2011 Cardamine lyrata will grow in or out of the water and is an ideal plant for them to lay their eggs on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gatito Posted August 29, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2011 fab, thanks guys :thup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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