Re: [compost_tea] More on moss

From: <soilfoodweb_at_aol.com>
Date: Fri, 13 Jun 2003 13:42:47 EDT

Autumn gave a good explanation of the conditions that develop moss. But, try
to think of the biological way to do what the inorganic additions or
engineering approaches attempt to do, but which fail to actually correct the cause of
the problem.

The long-term solution is to get the biology right. And then maintain that
biology.

Elaine



> Subj:Re: [compost_tea] Re: moss
> Date:6/10/2003 1:33:13 PM Pacific Daylight Time
> From:<A HREF="mailto:autumn_at_olympus.net">autumn_at_olympus.net</A>
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>
> Hi, Laura,
> Moss in lawns is a big problem every year in western Wash. Some of the
> conditions that lead to moss are too much shade, compacted soil, excessive
> thatch, and poor soil fertility. Unless the underlying causes are
> addressed, moss will keep coming back.
>
> There are products available with iron compounds that kill the moss, or
> moss-killing soaps, then when the moss has turned black, either rake it out
> or cover with an inch of compost. The lawn should be aerated with a core
> aerator, and fertilized and reseeded. If you have acid soils, apply lime
> each year. Eliminate as much shade as you can. These are the standard
> recommendations in our area for dealing with moss. I would think AACT would
> help decrease moss by reducing compaction and increasing
> fertility. Autumn
>
>


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