Mossy Soil in LA Flower Beds: Benign, Even Attractive

What It Is

Fine, dichondra-like mossy coverage on soil. Indicates moist, shaded, compacted, slightly acidic soil.

Not a Problem

Moss doesn't kill plants/lawn. It colonizes where grass fails from shade/compaction. Some create beautiful moss gardens intentionally.

If You Want It Gone

• Break up soil surface (cultivate lightly).
• Lime to raise pH.
• It returns if soil recompacts.

Recommendation

Keep it! Low maintenance, green year-round, suppresses weeds.