So you had lawn fungus — maybe it was dollar spot, red thread, or even worse, brown patch or summer patch. Your yard may look rough right now, with brown or dead patches scattered across the grass. But don’t worry — your lush green lawn isn’t gone forever. With the right lawn care treatment plan, you can stop the spread, repair the damage, and protect your lawn for the future.
At Lawnganics, we specialize in affordable organic lawn care programs that combine eco-friendly practices with professional treatments. If you’re struggling with fungus, here’s how to recover your yard and get back to a healthy, vibrant lawn.
1. Stop the Spread
- Mow low & bag clippings if possible. These clippings are full of spores, which can easily spread the fungus.
- Disinfect mower blades with a bleach solution (1:9 ratio).
- Rake out thatch and dead spots to improve airflow and soil contact.
2. Treat the Infection
- Apply a curative fungicide for your fungus type - Lawnganics can help with identification and treatment plan.
- Follow label instructions carefully for rates and timing.
- Rotate fungicides and maintain a balanced fertilization schedule for better recovery.
3. Support Recovery
- Water deeply, early morning only, and limited times throughout the week.
- Apply light fertilizer to aid regrowth without surging growth.
- Overseed bare patches with disease-resistant grass. Lawnganics lawn care specialists can help choose the best seed and timing for your area.
4. Prevent the Next Outbreak
- Trim trees/shrubs for better airflow and sunlight for the lawn.
- Alternate liquid and mechanical aeration each season.
- Maintain the correct mowing height, which for most turf species is about 3.5", and keep mower blades SHARP!
- Apply preventive fungicide during high-risk seasons when evening temps stay above 70°F.
Even with the best lawn care programs, fungus can be tough to avoid in peak summer conditions. But by following these steps and partnering with local lawn care experts like Lawnganics, you’ll reduce the risk and keep your yard healthier long-term.
If you’re ready for quality lawn care solutions, schedule a lawn care consultation with Lawnganics today. Our organic lawn care packages are designed to give you lawn care for greener grass, healthier yards, and beautiful lawns — all year-round.
