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Ideal Home
Ideal Home
Lauren Bradbury

Experts are urging homeowners to grow moss in pots to get rid of dust and moisture over winter - this is how to do it

Green moss in a white pot with ribbon around it.

At this time of year, moss is everywhere. And while the idea of growing moss in your home probably doesn't sound appealing, this novel idea could be the answer to your winter woes.

When you spend time removing moss from a patio and getting rid of moss in a lawn, it’s easy to assume that moss is a nuisance. But gardener Simon Akeroyd is urging homeowners to give moss a second chance in order to make the most of its air-filtering benefits. After all, this natural, non-flowering plant can rival some of the best air purifiers on the market.

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