Learn how peat moss—a common element of container gardening—affects climate change and what you can use as a sustainable ...

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It might be favorable in the short-term, but the drawbacks outweigh the benefits. Peat moss is popular in gardens because it holds water, adds air to soil, and keeps nutrients from washing away.