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Lawn Fungus? #873954
Asked June 20, 2024, 3:08 PM EDT
Dakota County Minnesota
Expert Response
Hi Brian,
I'm going to give you a few links to look at;
https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/lawn-disease-quick-reference/
I'm wondering if you have summer patch;
https://extension.psu.edu/turfgrass-diseases-summer-patch-causal-fungus-magnaporthiopsis-poae
It's hard to say exactly without actually being on the sight and even then there are so many turf issues. I would aerate your lawn and over seed with another species like white clover or selfheal. A more diverse species lawn won't be so susceptible to disease and extreme weather conditions.
https://bwsr.state.mn.us/sites/default/files/2019-08/DIY%20Bee%20Lawn%208.27.pdf
Lawns can be such high maintenance, I urge people to shrink their lawn size and increase shrub and perennial borders. Bringing in more wildlife is so enjoyable, especially during our long winter.
I hope this helps,
Sally Granath
St. Louis County MG