This time of year, when the weather is warm and with all of the rain we’ve been having, your lawn should be green and flourishing. If it’s not, you may be wondering why. As expert providers of lawn care services for Monticello and the surrounding areas, we know a thing or two about lawns. That’s why we’d like to go over a few things that could go wrong with your lawn and what you can do to fix them. And, if you encounter any of these issues, don’t hesitate to contact us to learn more about our lawn care services and all we can do for you.

One common disease you might come across is leaf spot. This disease attacks grass in wet, hot weather, leaving behind purple or brown spots on individual blades that are scattered through green turf. Varieties most impacted by leaf spot include tall fescue and Kentucky bluegrass. But luckily, there are a few ways to avoid it.

For one, it is important not to add too much nitrogen. And, deep, early morning watering is another way to prevent this disease from impacting your lawn. Expert lawn care services like proper irrigation can help you avoid lawn diseases such as this.

Seeing brown? Brown patch is one of the most common lawn issues that could arise. Brown patch is more than meets the eye; it is a fungus caused by too much water in hot, humid weather, and can affect all types of grass. It usually causes 3-10 inch circles of grass blades to have brown ends and bleached spots. In some instances, the center of the circle will recover, causing the area to look like a target.

Another reason you might be seeing brown spots is with urine burns. Lawn burn is a common problem that occurs when your dog’s urine damages the grass in your lawn. When this occurs you will often need to reseed and grow new grass in spots. Our lawn care services can help you get your damaged lawn back on track if this occurs.

Another grass issue you might encounter is red thread. This causes a fungus to appear as red webs of pink or red threads spread over the turf and destroy grass blades. Fine fescues and ryegrasses are the most impacted.

However, with thorough, expert lawn care services like proper fertilization and care, you can avoid red thread as well as the other common turf diseases.

Have you been seeing red or brown in your lawn and interested in lawn care services for your Monticello home or business? Give us a call at (612) 599-8675 or Request a Free Estimate.