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Why has my well manicured lawn has been invaded by disease?

Lawn Fungi

Most lawn diseases are caused by fungi, a non-flowering plant that cannot produce its own food through photosynthesis. Thus, you will never see a green fungus. Green, slimy material is most likely an algal agent caused by overly moist, nutrient rich soils.

Comments

6/4/2007 12:01:45 PM
Bill said:

Heard that common dish detergent can be used to treat lawn fungus. Any comment on this?

7/3/2007 4:09:11 PM
funky stuff in my yard said:

how do i get ride of it

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