Moss, Mostly

Moss, mostly. Sometimes terrariums. Occasionally landlords, cults and other things that seemed relevant at the time. Stories, ideas, curiosities and small observations from The Moss Fairy — all loosely connected by an unreasonable enthusiasm for tiny green worlds.

White cat leaving a room where a glass moss terrarium sits on a wooden home altar surrounded by burning incense and small offerings.

The Terrarium Is a Cult and I Am a Willing Member

It starts with one innocent glass jar. Then you’re discussing drainage layers, monitoring condensation and inspecting moss at breakfast. Welcome to the terrarium cult. Membership is entirely voluntary. Technically.

The Terrarium Is a Cult and I Am a Willing Member

It starts with one innocent glass jar. Then you’re discussing drainage layers, monitoring condensation and inspecting moss at breakfast. Welcome to the terrarium cult. Membership is entirely voluntary. Technically.

Photorealistic heart-shaped kokedama covered in fresh green moss and ferns, hanging from wire and pierced by a Cupid-style arrow.

Moss Appreciation Is Attractive, Actually

No study has yet asked whether liking moss makes you more attractive. We’re prepared to make the case anyway — plus a date idea that’s better than dinner.

Moss Appreciation Is Attractive, Actually

No study has yet asked whether liking moss makes you more attractive. We’re prepared to make the case anyway — plus a date idea that’s better than dinner.

Victorian circus-style illustrated poster featuring famous terrariums, including a biosphere, Edwardian glass jar, Gothic greenhouse and glass cloche filled with moss and plants.

The Most Famous Terrariums in the World

From the Victorian Wardian case to Biosphere 2, discover the world’s most famous terrariums — extraordinary glass worlds that changed botany, science and the way we grow plants.

The Most Famous Terrariums in the World

From the Victorian Wardian case to Biosphere 2, discover the world’s most famous terrariums — extraordinary glass worlds that changed botany, science and the way we grow plants.

Close-up of fresh green moss held in metal tweezers, ready to be placed around a bonsai tree in a ceramic pot.

Moss on Bonsai: Why, How and a Little History

Why bonsai growers top-dress with moss, where the practice comes from, what it does for the tree, and how to apply it well.

Moss on Bonsai: Why, How and a Little History

Why bonsai growers top-dress with moss, where the practice comes from, what it does for the tree, and how to apply it well.

Realistic bun moss cushion with a miniature British “TO LET” estate-agent sign planted into it against a clean white background.

Moss vs. Your Landlord: A Field Guide to Rental...

Renting means no drilling, no painting and apparently no fun. Moss has other ideas. A field guide to bringing living green into your rental without upsetting the walls, the deposit...

Moss vs. Your Landlord: A Field Guide to Rental...

Renting means no drilling, no painting and apparently no fun. Moss has other ideas. A field guide to bringing living green into your rental without upsetting the walls, the deposit...

Glass moss terrarium with cork lid on a vintage industrial tabletop, styled with old botanical books, greenery and a retro Italian poster.

Why a Moss Terrarium Is the Perfect Gift (And W...

The psychology behind why living moss terrariums make such meaningful gifts — for mental wellbeing, and for what they say about the person who gives one.

Why a Moss Terrarium Is the Perfect Gift (And W...

The psychology behind why living moss terrariums make such meaningful gifts — for mental wellbeing, and for what they say about the person who gives one.