How Do You Control Moss In The Home Lawn?
Moss is a very successful primitive plant species that has existed since before the dinosaurs. Moss spores travel by wind or water to colonize bare patch of ground in shady, moist areas. In general, you can control moss in a home lawn by removing any existing moss, identifying potential moss-prone areas of the lawn and taking preemptive steps to prevent the future growth of moss. Use a metal rake to physically remove the existing moss. Rake vigorously in a back and forth motion. With a relatively shallow root system, moss is easier to remove than other lawn weeds. Seed any bare patches on the lawn with grass. Moss is opportunistic; therefore, the goal is to reduce the opportunities on your lawn for moss spores to mature. A full, grassy lawn is the best defense against future moss infestation. Add lime to the lawn. Lawn lime, commonly found in the home gardening section of retail stores, is a great way to promote a healthy, grassy lawn. By increasing the top soil’s pH, lawn lime provide
