Q. Are SuperMoss Mosses made of Real Moss?
A. Yes, all SuperMoss Mosses are 100% Real, All-Natural Moss. Our Preserved Mosses use non-toxic oils and dyes that are GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) for plants and animals, while our dried mosses are completely natural and preservative free.
Q. Are SuperMoss mosses alive?
A. Despite being incredibly lifelike, SuperMoss Preserved Mosses have been dried and/or preserved using our natural oils that are non-toxic to plants or animals, and are therefore no longer living. The preservation process permanently stops any drying, decay, or deterioration of the moss. This allows our Preserved Mosses to stay lush and vibrant for years to come, without requiring water or maintenance of any kind!
Q. Do SuperMoss mosses require sunlight?
A. SuperMoss Mosses are preserved and thus do not require sunlight, as they are no longer living. In fact, if kept indoors and out of direct sunlight, they will stay looking lush and vibrant in your space for years to come.
Q. Do SuperMoss mosses require water?
A. SuperMoss Mosses are preserved and thus do not require watering or maintenance of any kind, as they are no longer living. Adding water may cause some of our natural dyes to migrate, although they are non-toxic to plants and animals so there is nothing to worry about.
Q. How much moss do I need to cover x square feet?
A. Each product page has general tips on how much to use per square foot. The three most common mosses for walls are Reindeer Moss, Mood Moss, and Royal Pool Moss. Allow for 1 lb of Reindeer Moss per Square Foot, 1/2 lb of Mood Moss per Square Foot, and 3/4 lb of Royal Pool Moss per Square Foot.
Q. How long will the moss last?
A. The longevity of our preserved mosses depends on how it is handled and where it is used. Exposure to the elements such as the sun, UV light, and heat will cause color fading and shorten the lifetimes of natural products. Typically, the lifespan of preserved moss ranges between 2 to 10 years in ideal conditions. A preserved moss wall that remains untouched by sunlight, moisture, or human hands can stay looking lush and vibrant for years to come.
Q. Will Preserved Moss regrow?
A. Preserved Moss is no longer alive, so will not regrow on its own, but should stay looking lush and vibrant for years to come without the need for watering or maintenance.
Q. Do SuperMoss mosses have chemicals?
A. Our color-enhanced and preserved mosses use non-toxic preserving agents that are GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) for color enhancing and typical human use. They are safe for people, pets, and plants. If you’re looking for a completely preservative-free products, you’ll want to stick with our dried moss products.
Q. Are SuperMoss Preserved Mosses non-toxic?
A. Our color-enhanced and preserved mosses use non-toxic preserving agents that are GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) for color enhancing and typical human use. They are safe for people, pets, and plants. If you’re looking for completely preservative-free products, you’ll want to stick with our dried moss products.
Q. Is Preserved Moss good for your health?
A. Research suggests that being around greenery can not only increase productivity, concentration, and creativity, but reduce stress and anxiety— and even boost your mood! Live Plants are an integral part of our daily health and well-being, from providing the oxygen we breathe, to filtering toxins out of the air, and even providing necessary humidity levels for our skin and respiratory systems… Read More. But even Preserved Moss has been shown to retain its remarkable air-filtering abilities, even though they are preserved and no longer living! The magic of moss never ceases to surprise us.
Q. Are the colors colorfast?
A. Color transfer and color bleeding may occur under certain conditions. Use caution to protect surfaces and fine finishes especially in high humidity conditions. Colors maybe be removed easily with standard cleaning solutions.
Q. How do I care for the Moss Birdhouses & Baskets?
A. Our moss birdhouses and baskets have a woven preserved moss liner that doesn’t require any specific care or maintenance. They will last longer if kept out of direct sunlight and with some protection from the elements. They are made of moss, wire, wicker, and rattan. When left outside, the structural integrity will last for years, however please expect the color to fade to a more natural green when kept in direct sunlight.
Q. Are your products safe around pets? Can they be used in terrariums?
A. Our moss products are safe around large pets and all of our natural products contain no preservatives or dyes whatsoever. For pets in terrariums, we recommend our non-preserved and naturally dried mosses. The only product that we specifically do not recommend for pets is Wolfen Lichen.
Q. Are SuperMoss Preserved Mosses flammable?
A. Not only are they beautiful and maintenance free, SuperMoss Preserved Mosses are incredibly fire resistant by design, no matter the color or style. Preserved SuperMoss Walls are perfect for offices and workspaces, as well as lobbies, waiting rooms, showrooms, and of course, your living room!
Q. How long does it take to process an order before it ships?
A. It may take us 2-5 business days to process your order before we ship. We are not open weekends or holidays. Naturally, smaller orders ship faster than large ones. Wholesale orders can vary in processing time depending on product ordered and availability.
Q. Are expedited shipping options available?
A. Yes, expedited shipping is available. But play it safe! If you have an event, wedding, or time-sensitive delivery, please contact Customer Service to arrange the correct shipping method for your order.
Q. What do I do if an item is out of stock?
A. If an item you ordered is out of stock, we will inform you as soon as possible when the item will be back in stock or we will suggest a similar item.
Q. Is Moss a fungus?
A. Mosses and fungi are fundamentally different. A moss is a plant and perfectly safe.
Q. What is Moss? Is Moss a plant?
A. Yes, moss is a plant! The very first plant on Earth, in fact. Mosses are a basic class of plant under the division Bryophyta. They are non-vascular and reproduce by their spores instead of seeds. Mosses don’t flower or even establish true roots.
Q. Does Preserved Moss smell?
A. Preserved Moss generally has a natural, earthy, & woodsy aroma. Preserved Moss Walls can give an indoor space an aura of the great outdoors for the first 1 to 2 weeks.
Q. Does Preserved Moss attract bugs?
A. Unlike a Living Moss Wall, SuperMoss Preserved Moss will not attract any bugs into your space and does not make a great home for invading insects. They will just have to look elsewhere!
Q. Do you ship to Canada & International Locations?
A. Yes, we can ship worldwide to any country especially to Canada, Alaska, Hawaii, Mexico, & Puerto Rico. Canada, Alaska, and Hawaii are calculated at checkout, but all other locations outside of the continental USA will need to get an international shipping quote approved beforehand, and then we’ll coordinate the rest!
Q. Is there a minimum order amount for Free Shipping?
A. The shipping cost for all items listed on SuperMoss.com is free in the continental US for retail orders over $35.
Q. Can you deliver to my PO Box?
A. Unfortunately, we are unable to deliver packages to PO Boxes.
Q. It looks like I was charged twice for my order. Can you please fix this?
A. Not to worry, online payment processing happens in two stages: Credit Hold Pre-Authorization, and the Final Charge. When the card is charged after shipping, the “pre-auth” will automatically disappear from your statement, even though it looks like a duplicate charge was made.
Q. If I am purchasing a gift card, do I have to enter their email address?
A. No, you do not have to enter another’s email address in order to purchase a gift card. You can enter your personal email address & then forward the email to anyone at any time.
