Why does my lawn have brown patches of grass?
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Brown patch
You put hours into your lawn, doing everything you have been told to do to make the grass green and luscious. You’ve aerated, fed, watered, and mowed, and everything looked great –until suddenly it did not. All of a sudden, there are patches of dead grass. Or maybe some spots are an unusual color or look “off” somehow. Whatever the issue, it’s unsightly, and it appears to be spreading.
If your lawn experiences problems such as dead or discolored areas, the culprit may be disease or lawn fungus or moss. But before you give up and replace your lawn with artificial turf, you should know that your grass can be saved. By correctly identifying the problem, and applying the proper treatment, you can eradicate the disease and go back to enjoying a yard full of healthy grass.
How to tell if your lawn has fungus?
Before you start treating your lawn for fungus or another type of lawn disease, it is imperative that you correctly identify the specific disease impacting your grass. Different lawn issues have different causes and symptoms, and treating your grass for anything that you might be misdiagnosing will only lead to more damage – not to mention that you’ll still have to deal with the original disease.
There are several signs to be aware of that indicate a problem with your lawn, and some of them are more noticeable than others. In most cases, discoloration is the most obvious indication, as grass will turn yellow, tan, or brown in spots. Keep in mind, though, that it’s not always a disease that can cause this. Higher than normal temperatures, inadequate watering, and insects can also cause dead or dying areas, only underscoring the need for proper identification.
Preventing Lawn Disease and Fungus
The best way to deal with lawn fungus and disease is to prevent it from happening in the first place. Often, issues arise due to the way homeowners care for their lawns. Even some well-intentioned habits can cause issues, and making changes can prevent disease or keep it from causing permanent or widespread damage.
Cold weather watering. In the Tampa Bay area, overwatering can cause mold, mildew and yard fungus to form. Once your grass is established, water deeply but less frequently. Your grass only needs about an inch of water per week. Water early in the day so grass will dry in the sun; wet grass is more susceptible to fungus.
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Our professional lawn service technicians are trained and skilled in the art of bringing new life to your lawn. Our family-owned business (2 University of Florida Entomologists on staff, "Father & Son") was established in 1996 and throughout the past 25 years, with the help of our Operations Manager David Ketchum, we have devised various fool-proof lawn & shrub care options that will have your neighbors talking.
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