Lime is not the only way to remove moss from a lawn. In most cases, the problem of a mossy green area can be solved with lawn lime. You can find out why this is the case and when and how to properly lime your lawn here.
How do I fight moss in the lawn with lime?
To combat moss in the lawn with lime, you should test the pH value of the soil and aim for a value between 6.0 and 7.0. In the transition phase between winter and spring, mow deeply, scarify, remove moss and spread the lime with a spreader. Use magnesium lime if necessary.
Why do you have to whitewash a mossy lawn?
Limiting the lawn is not part of the standard care program. Only when the acid value in the soil becomes unbalanced does moss gain the upper hand over the weakening lawn grasses. In order for the lawn to develop into a lush green carpet, an ideal pH value of 6.0 to 7.0 is desirable. If the value falls significantly below 6.0, regulate the deficit with lime. With a test set (€9.00 at Amazon) from the hardware store, you can check the soil acid value in a simple and cost-effective way.
At what time of year does lime work best against moss?
Lime is very effective in solving the moss problem in the lawn when applied during the transition period between winter and spring. As soon as the ground has thawed thoroughly and there is no fear of delayed ground frosts, the time window opens.
How to properly lime the lawn?
It is obvious that lime has to penetrate deep into the earth in order to sustainably regulate the pH value. It is therefore not enough to simply spread the lawn lime over the area. How to do it right:
- Mowing and scarifying the lawn deeply
- Sweeping away the moss with a rake
- Pour lime into a spreader and spread it on the lawn
Since lime does not act as a moss killer, but rather simply deprives the moss of its livelihood, scarifying beforehand makes sense. Unless it rains heavily on the same day, water the lawn afterwards. After a few weeks, carry out the pH value test again in order to lime again if necessary. Experience has shown that further treatment is only necessary after 2 to 3 years.
Tip
Do you not only value a moss-free lawn, but also want to enjoy deep green grasses? Then use a combination of lime and magnesium. Products such as Harz dolomite lime or Cuxin green lime also contain magnesium. This micronutrient supports the formation of chlorophyll in the noble grasses.
