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Why Is Moss in Your Lawn? Learn the Causes & Solutions
Moss taking over your lawn? You're not alone! Many homeowners struggle with moss growth, but understanding why it appears is the first step to fixing the problem.
On this page, we break it down into four simple steps:
✅ Why moss is growing in your lawn – The key reasons behind its spread.
✅ How to treat moss effectively – The best solutions to weaken and kill moss.
✅ How to remove moss properly – The right way to get rid of it without damaging your lawn.
✅ How to prevent moss from coming back – Tips to keep your grass healthy and moss-free.
READ OUR 4 STEPS.
Moss thrives where grass struggles. Here’s why:
✅ Mowing Too Short or Infrequently – Weakens grass, allowing moss to spread.
✅ Lack of Lawn Feeding – Poor nutrition makes grass thin and moss takes over.
✅ Too Much Shade – Moss loves damp, shaded areas where grass won’t grow.
✅ Poor Drainage & Compacted Soil – Waterlogged lawns create the perfect moss conditions.
Once you know why moss is thriving, it’s time to fix the problem:
✅ Mow Properly – Keep grass at 3-4 cm, mow regularly, and use a sharp blade for clean cuts.
✅ Apply Moss Control – Use iron sulphate treatment in dry conditions with rain expected within 24 hours.
✅ Feed Your Lawn – Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring and autumn to keep grass strong.
✅ Improve Drainage & Reduce Shade – Aerate the soil, add sand to heavy soil, and trim back shade.
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Fixing these issues will help grass thrive and stop moss from coming back. Get expert help now!
Once moss turns black from treatment, it’s time to remove it properly:
✅ Rake or Scarify – Use a rake for small areas or a scarifier for deep removal on larger lawns.
✅ Dispose Properly – Bag up moss to stop spores from spreading. Avoid composting unless heat kills spores.
✅ Prevent Spread – Loose moss can regrow. Always clear up fully and clean tools after use.
✅ Boost Lawn Recovery – Aerate, overseed bare patches, and apply lawn feed to strengthen new growth.
How to Prevent Moss:
✅ Feed your lawn regularly for strong growth.
✅ Use moss control when needed to keep it at bay.
✅ Mow correctly – avoid scalping, keep grass at 3-4 cm.
✅ Improve drainage with aeration and scarification.
✅ Reduce shade & moisture to stop moss thriving.
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What You’ll Need to
Apply Moss Control
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Iron Sulphate or Professional Moss
Killer + lawn Feed – Choose a liquid or granular treatment for effective moss removal.
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Sprayer or Spreader – A sprayer for liquid treatments or a spreader for granular products ensures even coverage.
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Protective Gear – Gloves and old clothes to avoid staining from iron-based products
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Rake or Scarifier – To remove dead moss once the treatment takes effect
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