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As we all (most of us) know,the media (soil)should be peat moss. But What I'm trying to say is that there are different kinds of peat. WHAT???? Yup, there are different kinds.

Always look for the word 'Spagnum' on the package it comes from. Why? Because there is a kind of moss called "Michigan peat" and "sedge peat." They are entirely different from what we use, the Spagnum peat.

I am making this post because I believe that not a lot of us knew this and I realized that the "repotting" season is coming up! Yay!

I may sound like I know a lot about these things but... No! I will ask about soil too.
Does anyone know whats the difference between the three? (Peat moss)
What does 'sedge' mean?

Spagnum
If you have dried long fiber Spagnum and you want it to grow, you can put it in a plastic bag with a bit of water in it.

Sedge is a number of related plants that grow like weeds in some places. I have never tried it as a growing medium myself. Here is some more information:

Bonsai Forum
http://forums2.gardenweb.com/forums/loa ... 18900.html
Carnivorous Plant FAQ
http://www.sarracenia.com/faq/faq3265.html

you dont have to use peat. just saying. i try to grow in only spaghnum ( long fibered) and not use much peat. however, if running out, i will either chop up some old spaghnum to turn it into peat or just buy some premade peat

so "peat" moss is only chopped up long fiber spaghnum? 'cause that's what I did when I transplanted

Sphagnum peat is decay(ed/ing) sphagnum moss. Milled/chopped sphagnum moss is different. It's usually less dense and is a lighter color. However, it is an acceptable potting medium.