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How do I get rid of moss in my lawn?
Quick answer
Moss signals shade, acidic soil, compaction or poor drainage. Rake it out, test pH and lime if it's low, aerate, and thin out branches to bring more light — or switch shady spots to shade-tolerant fescue or a ground cover.
Step by step
- 1Rake out moss
- 2Test and correct pH
- 3Aerate compacted soil
- 4Reseed with shade fescue
Gear that helps
3-in-1 Soil pH & Moisture MeterTest before you fertilize — the first step for yellow or patchy grass.$10–$20 · View on Amazon 
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Common questions
Does lime kill moss?
Not directly, but raising pH helps grass outcompete it.
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