Ep. 2: The Peat Moss Controversy

In today's episode, Ethan and Nick discuss The Peat Moss Controversy (insert dramatic sounds here) that has been a developing story in recent months. They go in depth on what peat moss is and the purposes it serves in the plant world, as well as issues surrounding its sustainability, conservation, and the long-term effects of its use in the horticulture industry in North America and globally. Take a listen to learn about what horseshoe crabs and coconuts have to do with peat, and why you wouldn't want to use garden soil/top soil in container plantings. As always, thank you for listening! Find us at: https://poplme.co/takeitorleafitpod (All our links + ways to listen) https://www.takeitorleafitpod.com https://www.patreon.com/TakeItorLeafIt https://www.instagram.com/takeitorleafitpod/ https://www.facebook.com/takeitorleafitpod/ https://www.youtube.com/@TakeItorLeafItPod https://shows.acast.com/takeitorleafit Contact: [email protected] Ethan: https://www.instagram.com/hortwise/ https://www.facebook.com/EHortWise/ Nick: https://www.instagram.com/nfarringdon/ https://www.facebook.com/nfarringdon/ From today's segment: Grower Talks Magazine Article - Is Peat Sustainable? - by: Jennifer Zurko https://www.growertalks.com/Article/?articleid=25542#:~:text=One%20of%20the%20reasons%20why,can%20be%20a%20renewable%20resource. Interesting facts about the horseshoe crab: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/animals/news/10-incredible-horseshoe-crab-facts Take It or Leaf It is a comedic plant and horticulture show covering everything from houseplants, gardening, and funky stories about the plant world to the ins and outs of the horticulture industry. Making learning about plants and horticulture more accessible and fun for everyone - we'll do the research so you don't have to! Co-hosted by Nick Farringdon and Ethan Wise Available anywhere you get your podcasts!