Westland 500m Lawn Feed Weed Moss Killer

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The best way to control excess lawn moss is to improve the growing conditions of the grass, so it becomesmore vigorous and dense, outcompeting the moss. Due to its diluted nature, it may not necessarily be as strong as granulated products can be, but it’s less likely to scorch the grass and is simpler to apply.

The type of product shouldn't make a difference to how well it handles weeds and moss. Typically, granular treatments are easier to spread over large areas than liquid ones, but a Best Buy liquid feed shouldn't have any advantages over a Best Buy granular one at controlling weeds and moss. Which treatment does your lawn need? In many cases, weeds may only be causing problems on localised parts of the lawn. If this is the case spot treat or only spray where the weeds are growing. This helps prevent unnecessary chemical wastage and is better for the environment. Small hand-help weed guns are available for this type of treatment. Please note this fertiliser can scorch your grass blades, so remember to water it off or apply just before the rain is due. Avoid application during very hot periods. We recommend applying on cooler evenings or overcast days. For more information on all things fertiliser, read our Fertiliser FAQs.A lot of moss on the lawn will look patchy and spongy, it won’t give you the smooth, well-groomed lawn that you’re after. It might seem like a lot of extra effort, to have to apply a treatment to your garden every few months to keep the grass looking nice.

If you already own a fertiliser spreader, applying granular fertiliser to the lawn will be simple. Otherwise, liquid fertiliser may be an easier option – it can be applied with a watering can or garden sprayer . Very safe for children, pets and other plants on your lawn as it is an iron-based chemical that won’t support life, unlike organic salts.This granular product needed to be applied every six to eight weeks but was easy to do so evenly by hand. The granules were a little irregular in shape and size, but they didn’t break up or become dusty. The product improved turf quality and colour significantly, keeping the lawn healthy and looking good. Well, that’s what lawn feed can do. Of course, there are some products which are just lawn food, and some which will also deal with weeds and/or moss. It’s up to you to choose which is most appropriate for your situation. But whatever you go with, I’m sure you won’t be disappointed. Value for Money If you’re looking for a fertiliser with an environmental conscience, the Plantworks Ltd Empathy Lawn Feed is a great example of organic lawn feed. This company is refreshingly focused on both caring for the planet and tending your lawn in equal measure. For smaller gardens, this Vitax Green Up Liquid Lawn Feed works well to ‘green up’ the lawn whilst eliminating smaller weeds. Method 5: Plants needing two or three applications of weedkillers containing 2,4-D plus mecoprop-P;or 2,4-D plus dicamba. Examples include Doff Complete Lawn Feed, Weed & Mosskiller, Westland Aftercut All-in-One Feed, Weed and Moss killer or Vitax All in One Feed, Weed and Mosskiller (these also containfertiliser and mosskiller).

It contains a much lower nitrogen content than many other moss killers/lawn feeds, which avoids an undesirable growth spurt for grass over winter. Instead, the root systems are fortified, resulting in stronger grass that is less likely to let moss overpower it. Another way to get rid of moss is by using a lawnmower. Lawnmowers work by cutting the moss and any other plants that are growing on your lawn. This can be an effective way to get rid of moss, but it’s important to make sure that you cut the moss evenly. Otherwise, you may end up damaging your lawn. Salt Solution Since liquid herbicides penetrate deep into leaf surfaces, they leave behind a lasting effect as long as it doesn’t get washed away by too much rainfall/irrigation afterwards. This means your lawn will require less maintenance in the future as long as you apply it periodically to prevent regrowth from advancing further into your grasses.

How to kill moss on my lawn?

These feed the grass , which is all most lawns need to keep them looking good. If you want to feed the grass as well as kill moss or weeds, look further down for products that contain both or even all three. The Proctors Autumn & Winter Lawn Feed is intended for use post-summer, to protect and nourish lawns, particularly as winter looms, whilst simultaneously helping kill and control moss. It’s a product that helps combat problems before they arise, or get worse, over winter. If you have very acid soil,you could apply lime, at not more than 50g per sqm (1½oz per sq yd), to slightly reduce acidity and discourage moss Thoroughly watering these granules in is a must. This either means applying just before a lot of heavy rain is forecast, or putting in the work to water the lawn for several days after application. Pets and children should be kept off the lawn until the granules are completely dissolved. Applying a nitrogen-based fertiliser (to encourage strong growth) shortly before you treat the weeds will also help increase the effectiveness of the weed-killer product. This technique is often used by turf care professionals.