Combat Turf DiseasesAs summer unfolds in the Midwest, it’s the perfect time to enjoy your lush, green lawn. However, it's also the season when turf diseases can strike, threatening the health and beauty of your landscape. At Balanced Environments, we are dedicated to helping you keep your lawn in pristine condition. Here’s a breakdown of common turf diseases and how to prevent and treat them.
Combat Turf Diseases: Midwest Lawn Care
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Balanced Enviroments

July 31, 2024

Combat Turf Diseases

As summer unfolds in the Midwest, it’s the perfect time to enjoy your lush, green lawn. However, it’s also the season when turf diseases can strike, threatening the health and beauty of your landscape. At Balanced Environments, we are dedicated to helping you keep your lawn in pristine condition. Here’s a breakdown of common turf diseases and how to prevent and treat them.

Common Turf Diseases in the Midwest:

Brown Patch

  • Signs: Circular brown patches ranging from a few inches to several feet in diameter.
  • Prevention: Avoid over-watering, especially in the evening, and ensure proper lawn aeration.
  • Treatment: Apply a fungicide designed for brown patch and avoid mowing wet grass.

Dollar Spot

  • Signs: Small, silver-dollar-sized spots of dead grass.
  • Prevention: Maintain proper lawn nutrition with balanced fertilization and consistent mowing.
  • Treatment: Use a fungicide labeled for dollar spot and increase nitrogen application if needed.

Pythium Blight

  • Signs: Greasy, dark patches of grass that can spread rapidly.
  • Prevention: Improve drainage and reduce watering frequency. Ensure your lawn has good air circulation.
  • Treatment: Apply a specialized fungicide and avoid watering in the late afternoon or evening.

Snow Mold

  • Signs: Circular patches of dead grass that appear as snow melts in early spring.
  • Prevention: Avoid excessive nitrogen fertilization in late fall and mow the lawn shorter before the first snowfall.
  • Treatment: Lightly rake the affected areas to encourage new growth and apply a fungicide if necessary.

We’re Here to Help!

At BE, we offer professional lawn care services to diagnose and treat turf diseases effectively. Our team of experts uses the latest techniques and treatments to ensure your lawn stays healthy and vibrant all season long. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and let us help you maintain a beautiful, disease-free lawn!

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