A professional lawn treatment specialist can usually diagnose your South Florida lawn problems by checking for lawn pests, unusual discoloration, fungi and diseases, or even deficient irrigation problems via a simple visual inspection and possibly a soil test. In extreme situations, a soil sample may need to be sent to The University of Florida for further review.
South Florida lawn problems can be caused by a variety of different issues from something as simple as improper irrigation to something as complex as sugarcane mosaic virus, so getting the proper diagnoses can mean the difference between a simple fungicide application to a complete removal and replacement of your sod grass. Lawn pests, drought damage, fertilizer deficiencies and lawn diseases all can cause your lawn to appear to be under attack, but understanding the root cause of your problem early can save you a lot of money down the road. Our Palm Beach County professional lawn treatment technicians have the knowledge to detect the signs of lawn pest problems, lawn diseases other possible lawn problems before they become overwhelming.
Symptoms of Possible Lawn Disease
- Does your lawn have unusual spots or lesions on the sod grass blades?
- Does your lawn have repetitive spots covering the turf grass area?
- Does your lawn have patches of discoloration for no apparent reason?
- Does your lawn have seem to be covered in baby powder?
Lawn diseases are commonly overlooked because they are easily mistaken with other lawn problems such as chinch bug damage or drought. A lawn treatment professional should be able to catch lawn diseases at an early stage before it becomes too late to repair the damage caused by them.
*A viral infection like sugarcane mosaic virus can’t be treated with fungicides and can be devastating to Palm Beach County lawns. In severe cases it may kill the entire lawn, which is called LVN or lethal viral necrosis. Beware of any lawn treatment company that says they can cure sugarcane mosaic virus. Also, it may be necessary for us to send a soil sample to The University of Florida to positively identify sugarcane mosaic virus.
The best way to maintain a healthy, beautiful South Florida lawn is with the proper combination of fertilization, weed control and pest control. Add in adequate irrigation, disease management and lawn maintenance and you should be enjoying a beautiful, lush, green lawn year-round.
Why not leave your lawn treatment problems to a professional. Our locally owned and operated company can keep your lawn looking great with complete professional lawn fertilization and pest control service. We have been treating West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington and Jupiter, Florida residential and commercial lawns for decades and have the experience to get the job done right.
Eco-Friendly and Pet Safe Lawn Fertilization & Pesticide Products Available
We offer natural, environmentally friendly and pet friendly lawn weed control products as an option to our clients. Our experienced technicians can discuss your concerns and the options available to you.
Dollar Spot Fungus Treatment & Prevention
Dollar spot fungus is a common lawn disease in Palm Beach County and other warm climates caused by the Clarireedia jacksonii fungi. It is prevalent on golf courses and other closely cut sod grass areas throughout South Florida and worldwide. This fungus is recognizable by the small, round, straw colored spots it creates on lawns about the size of silver dollar, hence the name. Lack of specific soil nutrients is the primary cause of dollar spot fungus, so soil testing is a good first step to prevention. Nitrogen levels that are below normal allow dollar spot fungus to thrive, so proper lawn fertilization is key to keeping it in check.
Will Dollar Spot Fungus Go Away Without Treatment?
Left untreated, dollar spot fungus will spread throughout your commercial or residential West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington or Jupiter lawn and could create large, unsightly patches of dead sod. So waiting to see if it goes away on its own will only cause a bigger problem for you and your lawn.
Do Fungicides Work on Dollar Spot Fungus?
Dollar spot fungus may be manageable with the use of fungicides like myclobutanil, fenarimol, propiconazole, boscalid, and triadimefon, but because dollar spot fungus can develop resistance to fungicides in a short period of time it is best to treat the cause by keeping your lawn healthy and strong with lawn care that includes proper fertilization, aeration and irrigation.
Why not leave your lawn problems to a professional? Our highly trained pest control and fertilization technicians have been keeping the lawns of West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington, Jupiter and other Palm Beach County, Florida cities lush, green and fungus free for over twenty five years.