Today we're going to look at the problems that moss can cause for your lawn in detail. With this knowledge under your belt, you can take action quickly and keep your lawn looking its absolute best!
Why does moss grow in your lawn?
Before we jump into the reasons that moss is bad for your lawn, we thought we'd highlight some of the reasons that moss appears on your lawn in the first place!
Generally, moss appears in your lawn when conditions are good for moss but poor for grass. Some of the conditions that cause lawn moss growth are:
- Grass that's been mown too short
- Areas of shade, particularly around borders and under trees
- Acidic soil
- Worn, exposed areas of soil
- Wet weather and waterlogged soil
Why is moss bad for your lawn?
While it is not likely to kill your grass, moss is still dangerous for your lawn. It can leave your lawn looking patchy and uneven if it's not removed swiftly.
Some moss infestations will come and go fairly quickly, appearing after a period of waterlogging and dying off as the soil dries back out. On young lawns, moss can be a more persistent problem, appearing due to poor ground preparation or acidic soil and continuing to grow and dominate the young grass shoots.
Killing and removing moss is a good place to start if you want to give your lawn the best opportunity to thrive. Once the initial moss problem has been dealt with, you need to put precautions in place to prevent the moss from returning.
To keep moss out of your lawn it's important that you improve the condition of your lawn. A good lawn maintenance regime will ensure that!
Our moss control services
Here at Taylor Total Weed Control, we offer moss control services across South Wales and South West England. Our moss control services are highly-effective, and if you're worried about moss returning again, we can also schedule a moss control maintenance plan for you.
If that sounds like something that your garden would benefit from, don't hesistate to get in touch and request your FREE lawn survey.
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