I have just discovered what is so attractive about moss, and it is more than meets the eye...Did you know that it is the first plant to cover the Earth? This ancient part of the plant kingdom appears fragile, but is hardy, will grow undisturbed by a lack of sun in a most verdant green, creating an elegant carpet that serves as a cushion and sanctuary for the small animal kingdom, adding unique texture and color on bark, on rocks, ground and other surfaces. The people of the Columbia River Gorge area, where I captured these images, and from many other humid landscapes, have mixed reviews as they try to keep up with the spread of moss on rooftops, and other places where it is not welcome. This makes moss one of the most untolerated plants along with weeds....So I will "root" for the "undermoss" here and celebrate it's beauty with reverence!
Stopping by as you were kind enough to stop by my blog. I do like moss-the feel up it under your bare feet. I even grew some in a fairy garden.
ReplyDeleteThat's of it under your feet.
ReplyDeleteDiane,
ReplyDeleteNever too late to reply...thank you for stopping by too! Do you still have your fairy garden? I always wanted to start one.