Common Lawn Diseases in Central Indiana

Common Lawn Diseases in Central Indiana

High heat and humid conditions common in Central Indiana provide great growing conditions for disease in the lawn. Browning and thinning turf is not always related to a lack of water or fertilizer but could be signs of injury from fungus, insect pests, poor drainage, or improper mowing.

Common Lawn Diseases

Brown Patch is common in tall fescue and occurs in hot, humid conditions. It results in infected areas that are irregularly shaped and brown.

Dollar Spot will produce small, straw-colored spots which may unite when conditions are moist, and dew is heavy.

Red Thread causes pink or reddish growth on stressed grass, while Lawn Rust leaves an orange powder on grass blades, shoes, or mower tires.

Why Fertilizer May Not Fix It

Our fertilizer program supplies nutrients, enhances color, controls weeds, and promotes healthy development. Fertilizer does not treat all the diseases of the lawn.

Some problems require a separate fungicide treatment, while others may improve by adjusting watering, mowing height, drainage, or mower blade sharpness. In some cases, applying extra fertilizer can make the disease worse.

If you notice an area of your lawn that is suddenly brown, thinning, or discolored, call Holmes Lawn & Landscape. We offer lawn evaluations and treatment options in the Noblesville and Hamilton County area.