A better question is: Is it necessary to list nitrogen and other micronutrients in peat moss?
A better question is: Is it necessary to list nitrogen and other micronutrients in peat moss? I generally don’t pay attention to these factors because peat moss is a natural product. It already has the properties best suited for carnivorous plants. In all instances, when a company produces 100% peat moss, they don’t list the micronutrients. It’s sort of like not needing to list the nutritional status of apples, lettuce and other whole foods. However, some companies add fertilizer to their peat moss. In this case, the peat moss is processed, so it’s necessary to list the nutrient levels. However, any sort of fertilizer or compost in the soil isn’t suitable for carnivorous plants. Fertilizers will burn the roots of carnivorous plants, so avoid using peat moss that contains added fertilizer. Look for large bales of it rather in small packages. The large bales are always free of fertilizers. If you can’t find fertilizer-free peat moss at your local garden centers, you can find it at our we
