South Florida is known for its high humidity, which is one of the reasons brown patch fungus is the most common lawn diseases in Palm Beach County. Brown patch fungus, or brown patch disease as it is sometimes called, can be caused by numerous factors including poor soil drainage, too much irrigation, high humidity and more. Basically anything that traps moisture in your lawn long enough to start growing fungi can be the origin of brown patch disease, which is caused by rhizoctonia solani fungi. Left untreated, this fungus will rapidly spread and eventually cause severe damage to your South Florida sod grass.
A properly applied fungicide will help kill off brown patch and other fungi. And once your lawn has been treated with a fungicide, proper maintenance including aerating and dethatching can aid in preventing brown patch fungus from returning. Having irrigation that runs during the night could also be a problem because your lawn needs sunshine for proper evaporation.
Neem oil can be an effective natural way to solve your brown patch disease lawn problems. Neem oil is a natural fungicide that works well on small areas, however severe outbreaks will most likely need the aid of a chemical fungicide. Simply treat the spots by spraying the recommended amount of neem oil on them and repeat until the fungi have disappeared. But once again, you should address the cause to prevent brown patch fungus from returning.
Preventing Brown Patch Disease From Recurring
- Check Soil for High Nitrogen Levels
- Aerate & Dethatch to Allow Your Lawn to Breath
- Run Irrigation in Morning Hours to Allow Evaporation
- Make Sure Storm Drainage Systems are Fee of Debris
Our locally owned and operated lawn treatment company has experienced professionals that can help with lawn disease identification, prevention and treatment for your Palm Beach County residential or commercial lawn. We can keep your West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington or Jupiter, Florida lawn lush, green and disease free no matter what type of sod you have. And remember, proper maintenance and regular fertilization creates a healthier, denser lawn that is more resistant to stress and disease.
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