Frequently Asked Questions About Lawn Disease
Without proper treatment, lawn diseases can cause serious damage to North Texas yards. Fortunately, with lawn care services from Euless-based Green Top Lawn Care, you can keep your yard healthy and disease-free. Before getting started, however, you probably have some questions about lawn diseases and solutions, so we’ve created this FAQ page in response. From prevention to treatment, we provide the guidance you need to achieve a lush green lawn.
Common Lawn Disease Questions & Answers
At Green Top Lawn Care we know just how frustrating lawn diseases can be. That’s why we specialize in both preventing and treating a variety of diseases that can damage your turf. Every lawn is different, and there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to handling lawn disease the right way, but once the specific problem is identified, the right treatment can be applied. Below are some of the most common questions our customers ask about lawn diseases.
How Are Lawn Diseases Controlled?
Lawn diseases are controlled with fungicides. Fungicides can be applied as a liquid or in granular form, and most are broad-spectrum, so they work on several different diseases.
What Are the Most Common Lawn Diseases in North Texas?
The most common lawn diseases in North Texas are brown patch, take-all root rot and gray leaf spot. These attack St. Augustine, Bermuda and Zoysia grass, especially when humidity is high.
Does Mowing Too Short Contribute to Lawn Diseases?
Mowing too short can contribute to lawn disease in at least 3 ways. First, cutting too short increases heat stress. Second, it creates more open cuts for disease to enter. Third, it weakens the grass by taking away its ability to create energy to recover.
Will Lawn Fungus Go Away on Its Own?
Lawn fungus can go away on its own, depending on the fungus. Foliar diseases like rust and grey leaf spot come and go with humidity. Brown patch will go dormant or inactive, but will need treatment to be completely eliminated.
Can Lawn Diseases Spread From My Neighbor’s Yard Into My Yard?
Lawn disease can spread easily from yard to yard in a few ways. In some cases, disease springs from clippings being blown across your lawn, or by people walking through a neighbor’s lawn (then onto yours), or by water running from lawn to lawn.
How Long Does It Take for a Lawn to Recover After a Disease Treatment?
It can take about a week after a treatment before you see the disease stop spreading. Depending on the disease, it could take a few weeks to a few months to recover completely.
Does Overwatering Cause Lawn Disease?
Overwatering can cause disease when it’s done at the wrong time. Night watering allows water to sit on leaves for hours, encouraging disease.
Is Professional Lawn Disease Treatment Worth It?
Professional lawn disease treatments are worth the money because you are purchasing the knowledge and experience of the technician who knows how to identify the disease, and which formulations will work to control it. For example, targeted brown patch treatment stops fungus from spreading and restores turf health.
What Can I Do to Avoid Lawn Disease?
There are several things you can do to avoid lawn disease, or at least increase your odds of avoiding it. First, water only in the mornings, so the sun can quickly dry the grass blades. Mow weekly at the recommended height, avoid overfertilizing, and have your lawn aerated every year.
When Should I Call a Professional for Lawn Disease?
Call a professional for lawn disease treatment when you see any damage. Lawn disease can spread very quickly, and it can be difficult to diagnose a simple leaf spot disease from a soil-based disease that can cause permanent damage.
Contact Green Top Lawn Care for Expert Lawn Disease Control & Prevention
Don’t let lawn disease take over your yard. Protect your lawn from common diseases with professional care from the experts at Green Top Lawn Care. Our team is ready to help you achieve a healthy landscape. Call (817) 684-4044 or request a free lawn disease treatment quote today.
