Moss thieves in wet conditions so it is a consistent nuisance on lawns once the rainy autumn days arrive, but there is a natural way to get rid of it that costs pennies. 

It may seem obvious to buy something to kill moss but chemical treatments can leech into the soil and contaminate your garden, not to mention can be dangerous to any pets you have. 

However, Luke Taylor, a lawn care expert with over 10 years of experience and the co-founder of So and Mo, has shared that a simple way to get rid of lawn moss is by using items you likely already have in your kitchen. 

Luke said: “The organic method of moss removal is a safe and eco-friendly alternative to chemical treatments. 

“This method involves creating a homemade solution using either dish soap or baking soda mixed with lukewarm water.” 

How to naturally get rid of moss on lawns 

Baking soda is alkaline and will neutralise the acidic environment moss needs to survive, plus the sodium in baking soda dries out the moss to kill it naturally. 

Washing up liquid can penetrate deeply into the moss which will smother it and cut off its access to air which will prevent it from being able to grow back. 

All you need to do is combine two to four ounces of gentle washing-up liquid into a container filled with two gallons of cold tap water. 

If you would prefer to use baking soda, mix a few teaspoons with the water instead. 

Luke said: “Apply this solution to the moss using a garden sprayer, ensuring it’s thoroughly saturated. Don’t worry about harming your grass; these solutions are gentle on turf.” 

After 24 hours the moss should be dried up and have turned orange or brown, which shows it is dead. 

Then simply rake it up to remove the moss from your lawns, but make sure to dispose of it properly in a sealed bag, otherwise, the spores can spread. 

Your lawn will be free of moss once again, but make sure the grass is aerated so it  is not compacted so it does not become waterlogged in the future. 

Luke said: “Managing water drainage is a crucial step to prevent moss regrowth in your lawn. Overwatering or poor drainage can create a moist environment, which moss loves.

“Monitor your lawn’s water intake, supplementing rainfall only when necessary. Use a rain gauge to keep track of the amount of water your lawn receives.” 

Making sure the soil is not too acidic and has been fertilised so it has enough nutrients and has no thatch growing underneath the grass will also prevent moss from growing on lawns in the future.