Removing Invasive Moss from Carnivorous Plant Pots: Repot or Scrape Top Layer

Question

I have a problem with some sort of dark-green moss that grows in some of my CP pots. I try to remove as much of it as possible when I replant, but it usually grows back. It seems like it eventually carpets the entire pot. I assume that this moss is not beneficial to the plants. Is there any way to get rid of it?

Answer

The only safe way to get rid of it is to repot your plant in fresh soil. Another option is to carefully scrape off the top soil. Just keep your plant in place and use a spoon to scrape the soil off around it. This will remove the moss. Finally, replace the top soil with fresh soil. This will improve the overall appearance of your potted plant.

Good growing!
Jacob Farin