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Gardening expert warns against using harsh chemicals to remove moss from patio

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Gardening expert warns against using harsh chemicals to remove moss from patio
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It can be very tempting to resort to pouring chemicals over moss and algae as they can both be massive eyesores, but you could unknowingly be killing off other garden life by doing so

It can be very tempting to resort to pouring chemicals over moss and algae as they can both be massive eyesores, but you could unknowingly be killing off other garden life by doing soA close-up shot of dark, rectangular paving stones arranged in a herringbone pattern, with vibrant green moss growing densely within the gaps between them.

Sometimes it feels like no matter how hard you scrub, the next day, more pesky green spreads, causing further stains. Moss can also cover your paving stones, driveways, and paths, thanks to damp weather creating ideal conditions for it to thrive - something we have plenty of in Ireland.

If you leave moss or algae alone, it can make surfaces slippery and even damage your paving over time, leading to cracks and erosion.to King Charles for over 20 years, what is the best way to keep moss and algae from covering your patio?

"In really hot weather, moss and algae often dry up and disappear on their own anyway. But generally, I would always recommend using a pressure washer and a good hard brush rather than reaching for chemical treatments," he explained.

"A pressure washer does a brilliant job of cleaning patios and hard surfaces without having to use loads of products that just burn everything off and kill off other life around it as well. "So personally, I’d always go with pressure washing and scrubbing rather than using anything too harsh or inorganic", he told RSVP Live, speaking on behalf of"Watering is absolutely paramount in June, especially during hot spells.

Mulching is another really important job if you haven’t already done it earlier in the season," Jack told us.

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