Moss Problems On Garden Borders.
Often moss growing on top of a garden border tends to suggest the soil is to acid and lacks humids and organic matter.The best course of action is to test the soil pH and if the border has acid soil to top dress with spent mushroom compost which supplies both organic mater and lime to higher the soil pH.
Moss can be a common problem in garden borders, especially in areas with excess moisture and shade. Here are some ways to eliminate moss in your garden borders:
- Improve drainage: Moss thrives in wet and poorly drained soil. To improve drainage, you can add organic matter such as compost or well-rotted manure to the soil to improve its structure and drainage. Additionally, you can add grit or sand to the soil to aid in drainage.
- Increase sunlight: Moss grows best in shady areas. Increasing sunlight can help to reduce the growth of moss. Consider removing or pruning overhanging branches to allow more sunlight into the area.
- Use a moss killer: There are several products available that can help to kill moss, such as iron sulphate or potassium salts of fatty acids. Follow the instructions on the product carefully and apply the moss killer during dry weather conditions.
- Remove moss manually: If you have a small area, you can remove the moss manually by hand or using a garden hoe. Be sure to remove the entire moss plant, including the root system to prevent regrowth.
- Plant ground cover: Another option is to plant ground covers that can compete with moss for light and nutrients. Good ground cover options include creeping thyme, sedum, or low-growing perennial flowers.
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