Moss in the lawn is always a sign that something is wrong with the soil. Scarifying is recommended as the most important measure for removing moss in the lawn. But there are other ways to remove moss in the lawn without scarifying.

Regular mowing and good ventilation prevent moss

Remove moss in the lawn without scarifying

For the gardener, moss in the lawn is a real problem. The actual grass is expelled and the lawn changes from a green blanket of grass to a dense moss surface.

Scarifying, i.e. tearing out the moss with the scarifier (€84.00) is a time-consuming affair. That is why many gardeners are looking for an alternative.

There is a great deal of advice online on how to remove moss from your lawn. Most of these home remedies are useless and seriously damage soil health. Flaming is also not recommended. The best way to remove moss from the lawn, apart from scarifying, is to use Moss Killer.(15.29€)

Causes of moss in the lawn

  • nutrient deficiency
  • acidification of the soil
  • Location too shady
  • soil compacted
  • Substrate too wet
  • poor lawn care

Find the right moss remover

Garden retailers have a variety of different moss removers available. They often contain additional components that you can use to improve the soil. This is a good way to prevent moss from appearing in the lawn.

Before you decide on a moss killer with iron fertilizer, acetic acid or quinoclaim, you should investigate the cause of the appearance of moss in your lawn. Only then can you find out the right preparation. If in doubt, seek advice.

How do you apply moss remover?

When applying Moss Remover (15.29€), follow the instructions on the packaging exactly. Always keep in mind that too high a dose of moss remover is harmful to the environment.

  • cut the lawn
  • wait two to three days
  • Administer moss destroyer according to the instructions
  • Do not walk on the lawn for two days afterwards
  • water well for at least two days
  • then rake off dead moss
  • if necessary, overseed sparse areas

Some moss killers work particularly well if the soil is well moist beforehand. You will find relevant information in the user manual.

How can you prevent moss in the lawn?

Good lawn care is the be-all and end-all if you want to prevent the formation of moss. Regular mowing, watering when it is too dry and occasional fertilizing are the prerequisites for a healthy lawn.

In the case of compacted and moist soil, loosen and improve soil drainage. If the lawn is very shady, try to give the grass plants more light.

If you have the impression that the lawn is suffering from deficiency symptoms, take a soil sample and have it examined in the laboratory.

tips

You should always overseed bare spots in the lawn immediately. Otherwise, these places offer moss and weeds the opportunity to spread further. If possible, use high-quality seeds that germinate and grow quickly.

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