One of the main culprits of moss growing on lawns is excess moisture.
Whilst the presence of moss can sometimes suggest underlying lawn issues, it can be easy to get rid of.
If left untreated, moss will eventually die, but will leave behind unsightly bald patches.
Baking soda is a natural way to kill moss on your lawn, and it’s super affordable.
It’s safe for the garden, plants, soil and water, unlike many commercial moss killers.
Simply mix two to three tablespoons into a spray bottle with water.
On a warm, dry day, spray the solution onto the moss, making sure to avoid other plants.
Wait two to three days to allow the moss to dry and turn golden brown.
Rake or dig the moss up and throw it away to unveil a moss-free lawn.
Baking soda can be picked up for as little as 65p a tub from stores like Lidl.
Hayley Warr also recommended using baking soda to kill lawn moss on the Gardening Hints and Tips Facebook page.
The user wrote: “I’ve discovered a super cheap way to kill lawn moss without ruining the garden.
“I wouldn’t usually go for baking soda in the garden but saw it’s a natural way to kill things.
“I gave it a go and I just watched all of the moss disappear. We have some yellow patches left behind but this will recover.”
The post received more than 30 comments from other users also suggesting this hack as well as white vinegar.
In order to prevent moss from growing back, the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) recommended improving the health of your lawn as well as adjusting its growing conditions.
They said: “Follow a programme of lawn maintenance in spring, summer and autumn to boost the vigour of your lawn. Moss is more likely to take hold in a lawn that has sparse of weak grass growth.”
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