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Old 10-09-2014, 09:43 PM posted to uk.d-i-y,uk.rec.gardening
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Default Growing moss etc on galvanized fence

On 10/09/2014 20:48, David Hill wrote:
On 10/09/2014 17:33, N_Cook wrote:
On 10/09/2014 08:02, john t west wrote:
We are having to install a new security fencing around our allotment.

Its very bright shiny galvanized finish is a bit overpowering. Is there
any way to encourage moss etc to grow on it to get it to blend in more?


The recommended route to encourage lichen for new-build , in
conservation areas , is to slap on, as near as natural yoghurt that you
can find, ie no flavourings/preservatives etc



Strange, in the old days it was liquid cow dung, but then to me there is
little difference.


As others have said, I don't think either will work on zinc.