3. What Is Peat Moss?
Peat moss is a decomposed
state of various sphagnum moss
species. Sphagnum moss is
often referred to as peat moss
because it is marketed and sold
often in its decaying state. When
alive, different types of
sphagnum moss come in a
variety of colors ranging from
red to green. The decaying state
of peat moss is usually a light
tan color.