The presence of lichen or moss on backyard trees can understandably be concerning at first. Lichen is a combination of algae and fungus that lives on any number of solid, undisturbed surfaces, ...

A reader wants a column on what causes moss and how to get rid of it. I like the stuff and can’t get enough of it, but I will answer anyhow. I wish it was as simple as telling her to bring it all over ...

Moss thrives in damp, shaded areas with poor soil conditions where turfgrass struggles. Improving soil fertility, pH, drainage, and sunlight can help turfgrass out-compete moss. Moss is a native plant ...