The power of integration. Stems of Sphagnum mosses interlock and elevate water tables, share nutrients, and cause acidic conditions. Together a tiny moss becomes the most powerful plant genus on the planet for biological carbon sequestration. Let’s learn from Sphagnum.
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@queenofpeat @KHayhoe I live on Vancouver Island. My steep yard is at least 30% Sphagnum ecosystem. 🙂
@queenofpeat Hadn’t heard about nutrient sharing. Does it occur differently from other plants? Thanks!
@queenofpeat Yeah! They are amazing 😍Look at them crawling up the planks - growth from just one vegetation period