Question:

How do I treat a lawn disease?

Treating Turf Diseases

Treating turf diseases calls for identification of the disease pathogen and selecting the proper treatment. Often, diseases are temporary in nature and the problem will correct itself. Other times, diseases are not treatable by any known means, and the grass must be left to either die or survive on its own. Most fungal diseases can be treated with off-the-shelf fungicides. Broad spectrum fungicides are labeled for the control of the most prevalent fungi. Carefully read and follow label directions. The most effective treatment usually consists of correcting the problem that caused the disease.

Lawn Disease Prevention

Preventing disease means making sure that the watering, mowing, fertilization and drainage requirements of the grass are met. Most grasses prefer well drained soils, and most develop a healthy root-to-shoot ratio when organic content is high. Thus, you should develop a cultural and maintenance program that meets the needs of the grass, and do not exceed the recommended amounts of water or fertilizer. By definition, a high maintenance lawn is a high cost lawn, and it is also a high risk lawn. The more you water and fertilize your turfgrass, the more vigilant you must become over disease. Preventative applications of fungicides at the first sign of outbreak are always better than treating a massive outbreak. Mow it right, water it right and fertilize it right, then keep an eye on it.

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