Causes and appearance: Disease in turf is brought on by environmental factors which include temperature,humidity and rainfall. Symptoms will differ with each disease and may include yellowing,stunting,rotting and/or the presence of abnormal growths.Symptoms can be evident in either irregular or distinct patterns. Proper diagnosis is important before deciding on control options.
Control:
The best defense against disease damage is a healthy lawn. A control treatment is seldom required on a home lawn. Changes in weather may slow or stop furthur disease development. The use of proper cultural practices ie: mowing,watering, thatch reduction,aeration, ph and adequate fertility, will favour healthy growth of turf and prevent disease. When these conditions have been corrected renovation of damaged areas should include planting turf seed which is resistant to the disease present. Contact your Bobby Lawn Care Professional for proper diagnosis and furthur information on treatment options.
