This is how to remove moss from the garden and your garden furniture
Moss looks very appealing in a forest, but not in the garden, which is a completely different story. If moss grows in places in your garden where you don’t want it, it can be quite frustrating. Fortunately, there are a number of ways to get rid of moss.
Bothered by moss?
If you are frustrated by moss forming in your lawn, you will notice this very quickly. Moss is a thorn in the side of many lawn enthusiasts. After all, where moss grows, no grass can grow. Moss can spread very quickly and forms a thick layer on the ground. When this happens, moisture can no longer reach the grass roots. All the water remains in the moss and eventually the grass will dry out. Moss will grow if you have too much shade in your garden. After all, moss grows much better in the shade than grass. Moss is more active in the cooler months, so you’ll have to cut the grass shorter in winter. Moss can also indicate that the soil is too acidic.
Prevention is better than cure
To avoid getting moss in your lawn, it’s best to sprinkle chalk (or limestone) at the beginning of the year. Chalk makes the soil less acidic. This gives your lawn every chance to absorb nutrients from the soil. In addition, moss has difficulty growing in a chalk-rich soil. Also fertilize your lawn in the spring to help it grow well. It is also important that you fertilize the grass in dry periods and also mow regularly.
Remove moss
No matter how well you take care of your lawn, there will always be a bit of moss in your lawn. You can remove moss by aerating and/or by using a good moss repellent.
Aerate:
If you aerate, you are, in effect, introducing air into the soil. It also removes the felt layer. The roots of the moss are cut, which means that new moss will not grow quickly. Aerating is something you should do about twice a year. Do this after the summer period and after the frost period.
Moss repellent:
Before using a repellent, it is important to pay attention to which product you buy. For example, not every product is environmentally friendly. You can use a moss repellent in dry weather. If necessary, you should mow the grass a few days in advance. After using the moss killer, you should leave the grass alone for a few days. About two weeks after treatment you can remove the moss by aerating. Repeat this process if necessary.
Remove moss between tiles
Fortunately, if you have moss between your tiles, this is a lot easier to remove than moss in grass. Combine one part vinegar and one part water in a plant sprayer. Then spray this product on the spots where there is moss, algae or weeds. Note: vinegar can affect the color of your tiles, so first test on a small piece to ensure the vinegar does not damage your tiles. Do you prefer the big guns? Then you can also remove the moss with a high-pressure spray. Please note that you should not use this on porous stones.
Moss on your garden furniture
Unfortunately, moss can also grow on your garden furniture. There are several ways to remove the moss, depending on the material:
- Plastic, steel or aluminum: put hot water in a bucket and add a dash of all-purpose cleaner. Grab a soft sponge or cloth and soak it in the water. Scrub the furniture. Always use a soft sponge or cloth to avoid scratching your furniture.
- Wood: If you have garden furniture made of hardwood, you can easily spray these with a high-pressure sprayer. If your garden furniture is made of softwood, this is not an option. Instead, make soapy water with green soap and add a few tablespoons of baking soda, and use a soft brush to clean the furniture.
- Bamboo and rattan: this furniture is easy to clean using cold water with a dash of salt in it.
