Christmas Moss

[ErinV]

I am getting deeper into prep for my 90g set up (see journal) and will be working on decor over the next few days. I have lots of cool rocks I picked up at my Mother in laws Lake Erie beach and different random wood I have been collecting. I will be boiling them all to be on the safe side. They have been dry and in the garage for several months so most things should be dead already of there was anything. 

Soooooo....Christmas Moss, I have a bunch somewhat free floating in my 30g waiting on me to use in 90g. Question, what is the best way to attach to rock or wood? I have ge silicone 1, fishing line, food safe cotton string? How dry to I need to make the Moss? I don't want to over dry it and kill it.

Thanks in advance.

[Patrick_G]

I use gel super glue. I just put a small amount on the wood/rock and then press a piece of still wet moss onto it. I’ve also used thread but the glue is easier for me. 

[ErinV]

Is there a certain brand you use or things I need to look for on the label @Patrick_G to make sure it is fish safe?

[tonyjuliano]

I prefer nylon netting for this purpose (like the stuff onions come packaged in).  Just wrap it around the moss and whatever anchor you are using, and tie it off underneath.

[GameCzar]

On 6/27/2021 at 8:50 PM, ErinV said:

Is there a certain brand you use or things I need to look for on the label @Patrick_G to make sure it is fish safe?

The actual Super Glue brand gel.  Same kind that aquarium co-op sells.  It has worked great for us!

[EndlersBoi]

As long as the glue is labeled “cyanoacrylate” it should be good. Gorilla Glue, and Loctite brands work well too.