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23 May 2022
Moss Control in Grazing Paddocks
Moss in paddocks can weaken grass and reduce grazing quality. Learn how to control moss, improve drainage, and strengthen sward growth with our handy guide.
Gaining control of moss within grazed paddocks can be a tricky task however it is necessary that it is done. Moss growth decreases the areas that grazing animals can graze from which in turn decreases the amount of nutrients that animals/horses are receiving. If left untreated you will end up losing valuable land where your animals are able to graze on.
How can I gain Control of Moss?
As discussed above, controlling moss in paddocks can be a difficult job. This is due to the fact that many moss control products for lawns contain high sulphate of iron content which can impact the health of grazing animals such as horses. As well as this, adding iron to the grassland can also change the soil chemistry which can alter the nutrients that a horse is getting from the grass when they are grazing. As a result, it is important that you use safe products when treating moss in horse paddocks such as MossOff. This product is a chemical free and natural option that is safe for use around pets and animals.
There are other ways in which you can get rid of moss in horse pasture. Moss thrives in cold, shaded and damp areas so finding ways to eliminate this can help. For example, if you have any overhanging trees that are causing shaded areas, these can be removed to allow more light to be let in. Another way to discourage moss is by chain harrowing and draining boggy areas. This will help to decrease the amount of areas the moss has to grow while removing the moss that is currently growing. When the moss has been removed from these areas by chain harrowing, it is important to re-seed the paddock so that there is less area for the moss to return to – check out or paddock grass seed here
Finally, acid soils are also a common cause of moss grown within turf and paddocks. Raising the pH level of the soil by using lime based products (such as Calcifert Lime Granules). This will help to neutralise the soils making them the sort of conditions that moss would not like to grow in.
