I live in AZ - I want to order this moss to put on a chair. It will be in a partial shade area of my patio. How does this hold up in the heat?
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I live in north Texas. I have tried to grow moss in open air here but it has always died, no matter how much I misted and watered. I could never find the right combination. I think it is too dry and hot here for most of the year. My moss collection lives indoors in a medium sized turtle bowl capped with a clear plate. I remove the plate occasionally to release the excess moisture, and I rotate the bowl a quarter turn once a week. The air temperature inside doesn't get above 85 degrees F. The moss is still alive and healthy, and growing. I think most mosses seems to like cool wet climates. That's all I can tell you.
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I've had mine for about 4 mos and it is a great plant, however needs a lot of attention. Recommend that you don't put it outside right away as it will die in extreme climate changes. I would put it where it's mildly warm and move it back and forth from outside to inside for a good month and then have it outside for longer periods of time until you know it can handle the heat and humidity. Mine didn't like the hot outdoors so had to bring it inside for longer periods of time. It is too late in the season to have it outside so I will wait until Spring/Summer to try to have it planted outside permanently. I've had mine for about 4 mos and it is a great plant, however needs a lot of attention. Recommend that you don't put it outside right away as it will die in extreme climate changes. I would put it where it's mildly warm and move it back and forth from outside to inside for a good month and then have it outside for longer periods of time until you know it can handle the heat and humidity. Mine didn't like the hot outdoors so had to bring it inside for longer periods of time. It is too late in the season to have it outside so I will wait until Spring/Summer to try to have it planted outside... » Read More I've had mine for about 4 mos and it is a great plant, however needs a lot of attention. Recommend that you don't put it outside right away as it will die in extreme climate changes. I would put it where it's mildly warm and move it back and forth from outside to inside for a good month and then have it outside for longer periods of time until you know it can handle the heat and humidity. Mine didn't like the hot outdoors so had to bring it inside for longer periods of time. It is too late in the season to have it outside so I will wait until Spring/Summer to try to have it planted outside permanently. « Show Less
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If I were to do a project like yours, I think I would use the marine varnish. Or epoxy. Epoxy is messy and very difficult. I don't know of anything that will really protect from the AZ sun other than powder coating, which is a metal thing. and baked about 280 degrees. The answer is yes..maybe. I'd do it.
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As long as the branch is strong enough and you have enough clearance. Not sure how it would hold up over time with the elements (rain/snow). I put ours in a 2X4 wood stud near our patio. It gets some rain and tons of sun (hasn't faded)... Used a simple S-hook (from hardware store) and some chain (probably cost me $11 extra in all) Rope would probably work, but felt safer with chain. Also to add: REALLY happy with this chair!
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My bench is outdoors. Because I live in Florida near the beach, I put a coat of teak oil on it. It is holding up very well, no problems so far. I love it, it is just the right size for my patio.
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I think it would depend on where it's planted and how much moisture it gets. I live in Blackwell,TX (u can google it & see what zone I live in). I managed to keep it for 2 years and then it died. I felt the sun just cooked it to death even tho I babied it. So maybe it doesn't do well with alot of hard, hot, direct sun.
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I used it to cover cushions for outdoor use. So far it's held up in 90 degree heat and -0 degrees...since we just store it in our gazebo over the winter.
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I can't imagine it would survive the heat - it is pretty delicate. Maybe in total shade spot.
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I would recommend weather sealing it first. It should hold up fine. But I'm in the hot desert. So I would find some clearciat spray and spray it. It should do just fine then. It is great quality
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I would not recommend this moss for standing on. In addition it would take quite a few orders to accomplish your goal. Check with your local nursery
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I did a 4,000 square foot stamped patio several months ago. 75% of it still looks great. In areas where my sprinklers hit it and it bakes in the CA sun, it has faded. I think any sealer will have this issue. I'd use this product again.
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I used it for an outdoor potting bench, even though it's labeled for indoor use. So far there doesn't seem to be a problem, no peeling or anything, and it's been well over a year in the AZ sun. I couldn't tell you if it's actually UV resistant though.....
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I've had mine outside for a few months. It is placed in the shade. I sweep it off with a broom. It appears to be holding up well.
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This planter needs a lot of sun, I had it under a patio/shaded a bit and it did not do well but in the direct sun it's growing great!
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I have the shade sail over the pergola at the end of the double drive way. There is complete shade...we park the car, have a nice seating area, etc. I have hanging baskets around the perimeter of the pergola so the sun does get to the plants, but without damaging intense sun. Sorry, but I just cannot tell you the % of shade...it's just nice and comfortable and the temperature difference is remarkable. We live along the gulf coast and we do get intense heat at times, but it's still "tolerable" under the shaded pergola. We love it, but will have to replace for next year/season. This has lasted approx. 5 years and could last longer, but will plan on reordering for next season and will probably change the color. We women love to decorate outdoors also. It has held up well and has been out in our sometimes not so mild winters, tropical storms, extreme heat/sun of our summers. Emily
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holds up well. if too long in heat...may loose shape, so put in shade for awhile...then ok.
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It is pretty sturdy and made of resin, however, I would not be able to judge Arizona heat. I don't think I would keep out in direct sunlight.