Moss Care Essentials is a gentle guide to cultivating moss in your home, blending practical care instructions with the quiet magic of the forest. Perfect for beginners and hobbyists, this book explores the science, history, and stillness of moss, offering step-by-step techniques for creating healthy terrariums and miniature landscapes.
 
Inside, readers will learn about humidity, substrates, lighting, seasonal care, common issues, and how to choose the right species for their environment. A detailed Species Library introduces several mosses found across southeastern Australia, complete with identification notes and full-colour photographs.
 
Whether you are tending a single cushion of green or building an entire moss garden, this book invites you to slow down, observe closely, and bring a piece of the forest into your everyday life.
 
Inside the Book:
• How moss works and how it differs from other plants
• Identifying healthy vs stressed moss
• Hydration, humidity, and light requirements
• How to clean, revive, and maintain your moss
• Long-term care, troubleshooting, and common mistakes
• A mini species library introducing the mosses found in southeast Victoria
• Full-page forest photography for visual learning and inspiration
 
Book Specifications:
• Size: A5 (148 mm × 210 mm)
• Length: 60 pages
• Paper: Premium colour printing on quality matte pages
• Cover: Softcover, perfect bound
• Layout: Clean, minimal, easy to read
• Printed on demand for reduced waste
 
Perfect For:
• Terrarium beginners
• Fairy garden creators
• Nature lovers, mosskeepers, and slow-living enthusiasts
• Anyone who has ever bent down on a track to admire the moss at their feet