- Interesting experience, but gotta say, moss roofs aren't always that tricky.
- Had one installed about three years ago, and honestly, it's been pretty low-maintenance.
- Our backyard is partly shaded too, but we made sure to get the slope and drainage right from the start.
- Maybe it's more about the initial setup than the moss itself?
- Sedum mats are great, no doubt, but moss can still be a solid option if planned properly.
- Also, moss was cheaper for us upfront compared to sedum mats—budget was tight, so that mattered.
- Just my two cents... everyone's mileage varies, I guess.
Totally agree about the initial setup being key. Did you find the moss established itself quickly, or did it take some patience? We went with moss too, mostly because of cost, and it turned out great—but I noticed the type of moss made a difference. Some species seem to handle shade and moisture better than others. Curious if you picked a specific variety or just went with whatever was locally available...
We went with whatever moss we could find locally—honestly, didn't even realize there were so many species until after the fact, haha. At first, it looked kinda patchy and sad (my neighbor jokingly called it our "zombie roof"), but after about three months of regular watering and keeping an eye on moisture levels, it really kicked into gear. I'd say patience was key for us.
You're totally right though—some areas thrived way faster than others, probably due to the species mix we unknowingly ended up with. If I did it again, I'd definitely pay more attention to picking moss suited specifically for shade and dampness from the start. Still turned out pretty awesome overall though...and hey, can't beat the price tag!
Haha, zombie roof...that's a new one. I tried something similar a couple years back, but honestly, my moss experiment didn't end nearly as well as yours. Maybe I wasn't patient enough, or maybe my roof just wasn't damp enough, but after months of watering and fussing, it still looked like a sad chia pet. Ended up switching to sedum mats instead—bit pricier, but way less hassle. Glad yours turned out though, sounds like you lucked out with the local moss lottery!
Haha, totally get the chia pet struggle...been there myself. Moss roofs can be tricky—it's all about matching your local climate and roof angle. If your roof drains too quickly or gets a lot of direct sun, moss just won't thrive no matter how much TLC you give it. Sedum mats are definitely a solid alternative; they're drought-resistant and pretty forgiving. Another budget-friendly option I've seen work well is mixing sedums with native grasses or wildflowers—creates a nice meadowy look without breaking the bank.
