Moss loves shady, humid spots on patios and paving stones, which is a nightmare for gardeners. With the right damp conditions and an abundance of airborne particles like dirt, this green nuisance thrives, creating unsightly patches that can overrun outdoor spaces.One homeowner took to the Gardening UK Facebook group in search of a remedy for her moss-ridden patio.
Kate Jones shared snaps of her garden's block paving, besieged by the green invader, and said: "What's the best way to revive this block paving? "We have it around the edge and at the bottom of our garden and it's been neglected since we moved in (a lot of work to do in and out of the garden)."There are loads of moss and weeds and a few hefty ant colonies.
There's a path down one side of the garden (north-facing side) then this nice bit at the bottom (which faces west)." She revealed her aim to reclaim the area as a serene afternoon or evening seating spot but was unclear on the best course of action to achieve this, reports the Express.
In response, garden enthusiasts suggested using a pressure washer with due care to avoid damaging the blocks, while others endorsed a gentler solution: deploying household washing powder to effortlessly free the patio from moss clutches without hard scrubbing.Emma Summers said: "Washing powder.
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