How Do You Kill Moss In Lawns?
Geographical regions with mild, wet winters sometimes experience a significant production of moss in lawns. Moss begins to grow when fall rains begin and reaches the height of growth in early spring. Moss usually grows best where the turf is sparse, shaded, damp, acidic or suffering from disease or infestation but well-groomed lawns can also experience moss growth. Removing moss from your lawn is a multi-step process that almost any homeowner can manage. Apply a commercial moss control product to your lawn. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for application. Ask your local nursery worker for a product recommendation based on customer satisfaction. Remove the moss from your lawn using a garden rake, thatch rake or power dethatcher. The optimum time for removing the moss is early spring when it is in full growth. The actual time of year will vary based on geographic region. Seed bare spots in your lawn and water well. Fertilize your lawn with a nitrogen-based commercial fertilizer to