Fusarium Patch disease grows in mild and wet conditions, and develops in excess levels of nitrogen. When the grass is very wet, the fungi can often be seen on the surface of the lawn. It has a white-pinkish cotton look.
It can attack at any time of the year but most commonly occurs during autumn and winter, particularly when drainage is poor.
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Fusarium attacks most grass types, but in particular it attacks annual meadow grass (Poa annua). Decreasing the amount of Poa annua can therefore reduce Fusarium patch.
Most disease problems during winter occur when dew stays on the grass all day long. Removing dew with the back of a flat rake will help the lawn dry quicker. Using a flat rake will also give your lawn a visually pleasing striped effect.
Learn more about what you can do to help your lawn during winter.
Preventative treatments can stop this disease from occurring. However, similar to Rust, ensuring that the correct nutrients are being applied can help to prevent the problem from occurring.
Learn more about fertiliser applications.
Aeration is a service we provide that improves lawn drainage and allows air and nutrients to the root system, thus preventing fusarium patches from appearing.
Learn more about aeration.
Written by Josh Lester, Lawn Care Operative & Lawn Master Franchise Owner
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