How to Remove Moss in Lawns
Moss is composed of many little green plants and has no flowers, stems, root or leaves. It as often used as an alternative ground cover to the more popular grass. If you have moss growing in your lawn and want to get rid of it, get it out early, because moss soaks up moisture and can destroy lawns. Use a moss killer that selectively kills only moss and not surrounding grass or plants. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Kill Moss
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Rake the moss to remove any dead growth.
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Apply a selective moss killer. The chemicals in the killer affect only the moss and not surrounding plants or growth.
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Continue to reapply the moss killer until all moss has died.
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Rake away dead moss.
Alter Lawn Conditions
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Identify drainage problems. Areas that accumulate water foster the growth of moss.
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Install the appropriate drainage channel. Call or visit a local landscaping company to have your lawn inspected for the correct channel.
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Identify trees that shade large areas of your lawn. Shade prevents healthy grass from growing, allowing moss to feed and prosper on dying grass. You may have to move or kill these trees.
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