How to rid your driveway of moss

 

 

 

 

 

 

How to Rid your Driveway of Moss

Moss can look beautiful in tradition English gardens, but it certainly shouldn't be present on functional surfaces such as driveways and paths. Even a thin layer of moss can be slippery and hazardous and simply removing it doesn't always solve the problem -- moss is resilient and quickly grows back.

To help prevent moss from growing back you need to change the conditions of your driveway so that its growth is no longer encouraged. If the problem is extensive enough to need chemical treatment, protect the surrounding greenery while you work and make sure the run off can't reach any surface water drains.

Prune back any leafy branches or shrubs that hang over the driveway. Moss loves dark, damp environments, so letting in as much sunlight as possible helps prevent moss growth.
If you water your garden ensure that you don't spray the driveway or paths. Keeping the surface dry makes it less inviting for moss.
Scrape off existing moss with a stiff brush. The moss should come awayf easily, because it doesn't have roots anchoring it down. Use a large broom to sweep it off the driveway. Remove moss any time you notice it beginning to grow, so it doesn't spread.
Spray the driveway with a pressure washer at a low angle to remove large amounts of moss. Use the pressure washer carefully to avoid causing any surface damage. 

Mix a solution of 20% Sprayaway in water 

Pour it into a watering can or knapsack sprayer and apply at the rate of 200mls per square metre. For best results apply on a dry day so that the solution can soak into the affected area fully. There is no need to rinse. Results are usually noticeable within 24 hours. Decomposing material can either be cleaned off, or left for the British weather to gradually wash away.

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