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Managing Diseases
Environmental conditions, turf condition and disease organisms called pathogenic fungi combine to  bring about diseased turf. These fungi can attack leaves, stems or roots.
Symptoms can be confused with the effects of over-fertilizing, insects, or too much or too little water. Early detection of a specific disease is dependent on a diagnosis that is informed by a thorough knowledge of the symptoms and signs of a disease as well as the environmental conditions which give rise to it.
Environmental Conditions
 Improve drainage of wet areas- Core aerate to improve drainage and the growth of roots
- Prune trees and shrubs to allow less than 50% shade
It is absolutely necessary to both mow and water but unfortunately, both of these are contributors to disease. Cutting grass blades makes "wounds" through which pathogens can enter. Low mowing height can increase the chance for most diseases. Be sure to mow at the upper height for your type of turf grass. For more information go to www.lawncarebook.com to download your FREE copy of the complete book, "Secrets to a Great Lawn" (a $6.95 value) |
