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    Default Moss in Bermuda Grass

    Who has had success with killing moss that is showing up in bermuda grass and what did you use?

    I'm open to granular or a liquid I can put in a hose end sprayer.
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    i have it showing up in my grass as well even in areas that are not wet areas. if you find a solution i would love to hear about it
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    Aerate and top dress. If that doesn't do it apply copper sulfate at a rate of 3 ounces in 3 gallons of water per 1000 sq. ft.
    Last edited by Hosscat; 04-12-2018 at 02:03 PM.

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    Do you have an irrigation system?

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    I have. I used roundup, a tiller, a drag and several pallets of Zoysia.

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    Quote Originally Posted by cole2011 View Post
    i have it showing up in my grass as well even in areas that are not wet areas. if you find a solution i would love to hear about it
    Will do

    Quote Originally Posted by Hosscat View Post
    Aerate and top dress. If that doesn't do it apply copper sulfate at a rate of 3 ounces in 3 gallons of water per 1000 sq. ft.
    I was thinking of just going straight to the copper sulfate or whatever HD has.

    Quote Originally Posted by Hosscat View Post
    Do you have an irrigation system?
    I do but it doesn’t get much use.

    Quote Originally Posted by Tater View Post
    I have. I used roundup, a tiller, a drag and several pallets of Zoysia.
    Now there’s an idea...trying to keep feet down in business, eh?
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    Zoysia is the TSS of grass.

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    Quote Originally Posted by carolinaboy06 View Post
    I do but it doesn’t get much use.
    I was wondering because if it is getting too much water or water too frequently, the moist conditions will contribute to the moss problem. Copper Sulfate will be the quickest option. However, it never hurts to aerate and top dress with a sand/fertilizer mix with Bermuda. You will just have cores lying around unless you have a youngin with a 5 gallon bucket on hand.

    I second the Zoysia.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Tater View Post
    Zoysia is the TSS of grass.
    Truth.

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    Liming to proper PH may solve your problems.

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    I sure would like to see a few hot more days and warmer nights to see bermuda around here really get to growing, especially mini verde.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Catdaddy View Post
    Liming to proper PH may solve your problems.

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    Centipedegrass prefers a more acidic soil than bermuda. The 5.5 range is what centipedegrass likes, bermuda is up around 6-6.5. Adding too much lime and raising the pH too much would not be the best route to go. Yes, low pH can contribute to conditions favorable for moss growth, however that may not be the best option with the centipedegrass. When in doubt, take some samples and take them to your county extension agent.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Hosscat View Post
    Centipedegrass prefers a more acidic soil than bermuda. The 5.5 range is what centipedegrass likes, bermuda is up around 6-6.5. Adding too much lime and raising the pH too much would not be the best route to go. Yes, low pH can contribute to conditions favorable for moss growth, however that may not be the best option with the centipedegrass. When in doubt, take some samples and take them to your county extension agent.
    Dang, wrong thread. Forgot bermuda was the grass of topic here. Too many people needing turf help this week.
    TGIF. Carry on.
    Last edited by Hosscat; 04-13-2018 at 07:55 AM.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Highstrung View Post
    I sure would like to see a few hot more days and warmer nights to see bermuda around here really get to growing, especially mini verde.
    I can only imagine how fast C3 plays with dormant Bermuda
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