Gardener Simon Akeroyd has told of clever way to keep your house fresh and dust free while also improving your night’s sleep by using containers of unwanted moss
People looking to improve their sleep should try putting a container of moss by their bed to keep the room fresh and dust free, says a gardener.
It might sound like an usual solution but Simon Akeroyd, who regularly shares his gardening hacks for his 767,000 Instagram followers, said that it is a good way to keep your house well oxygenated.
The head gardener for the RHS and National Trust and author of 30 books has shared a video where he says that the next time you are clearing moss from your driveway or patio you should consider keeping it in a container inside your home.
Many people are frustrated by unwanted moss building up outside and how to get rid of it but Simon has given a different view of the plant.
“To be human… we need to breathe in oxygen. Every time we breathe in and out we live and die! Don’t take all the moss,” he wrote on Instagram.
“Leave most of the moss for nature. Moss is a natural air filter and can help remove dust particles indoors. So next time you are clearing the patio of moss save some for your natural air purifier. Keep out of direct sunlight. Mist occasionally with water.”
Then going into more detail he says on the video how moss absorbs dust and purifies the air so it is a good idea to put it in a container with compost for your home.
“Would you like some free fresh air? Moss is one of nature’s best air filters,” he said. “Moss absorbs dust and particles, cleaning the air we breathe. So next time you are clearing a roof, gutter or driveway of moss, don’t throw the moss away, instead grow a natural air purifier. Fill a pot with compost and lay moss on top. Any container will do… Even a favourite mug. Then place by your bed so you can sleep easy. Or in the bathroom to filter the air.”
More than 73,000 liked the idea while and many people commented to compliment him on the suggestion. One person asked: “Can it survive? It seems to me that moss is kind of choosy and needs lot of moisture,” and Simon replied: “I’ve had some pots that have lasted a few years. Keep out of direct sunlight and spray when dry.”
