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Moss Control in Lawn #868301

Asked May 13, 2024, 8:52 PM EDT

Hello, In April, I placed some lime down, but I was wondering which months I should focus on using moss control products like moss out or mossex? Should I time it with a period of time where I am planting seed to balance the loss of the moss?

Tioga County New York

Expert Response

Hello, Steven.  Thank you for your question.  Is the area in question damp or very shady?  If that is a problem, then you may have to correct the drainage.  If it is shady, you could possibly trim shrubs or trees that are shading the area.  

Once these concerns are addressed, you should remove the moss before applying the moss out.  The iron in the product is what kills the moss.  The best time to do this is mid-October to May.  Once the moss is removed, you can reseed and fertilize.

Peggy, CCE Broome County Master Gardener Volunteer

An Ask Extension Expert Replied May 15, 2024, 1:22 PM EDT
Hello, 

I'm confused about the part of removing the moss before applying the moss out.

Steven 

On Wed, May 15, 2024, 1:22 PM Ask Extension <<personal data hidden>> wrote:
The Question Asker Replied May 15, 2024, 3:42 PM EDT
Hello,

I have heard a response back on my question.

Why would I want to remove the moss first then the moss out? My thought initially is that the moss out would help with removal?

Steven



On Wed, May 15, 2024 at 3:39 PM Steven Hoernicke <<personal data hidden>> wrote:
Hello, 

I'm confused about the part of removing the moss before applying the moss out.

Steven 

On Wed, May 15, 2024, 1:22 PM Ask Extension <<personal data hidden>> wrote:
The Question Asker Replied May 21, 2024, 9:05 PM EDT

Hello Steven,

Sorry for the delay in answering your follow-up question.

Moss controls are most effective when applied to during moss's peak growth from fall through early spring. Before treating, remove excess moss with a broom, rake or high-pressure washer to expose underlying moss and improve effectiveness.

I hope this answers your question.


Lora, CCE Broome County Master Gardener Volunteer

An Ask Extension Expert Replied May 31, 2024, 10:23 AM EDT

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