Q&A - Why is moss growing on my lawn?
Question:
Why is moss growing on my lawn?
Answer:
Moss often grows where there is very poor soil. The soil may be compact, in a shady area, or have poor drainage. One option is to encourage the moss to grow – it is green and requires no mowing. Another way is to change the conditions of the area increase soil fertility, light and drainage. There is a chemical option, iron sulphate, but the moss will return if you don’t change the conditions.
Related Resources:
Lawn Moss: Friend or Foe?
Moss & Algae Control in Lawns
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Why is moss growing on my lawn?
Answer:
Moss often grows where there is very poor soil. The soil may be compact, in a shady area, or have poor drainage. One option is to encourage the moss to grow – it is green and requires no mowing. Another way is to change the conditions of the area increase soil fertility, light and drainage. There is a chemical option, iron sulphate, but the moss will return if you don’t change the conditions.
Related Resources:
Lawn Moss: Friend or Foe?
Moss & Algae Control in Lawns
Controlling Moss & Algae in Turf