Spring Dead Spot of Turf

Spring Dead Spot of Turf

Leptosphaeria narmari, Leptosphaeria korrae.

Description:

A fungal disease that causes circular, whitish patches of dead turf about 30-50 cm in diameter in winter that are most noticeable in spring when the turf resumes active growth.

Species Affected:

Turf.

Winter Grass, Kentucky Bluegrass, Bentgrass, Fescues, Ryegrass.

Couch Grass (Cynodon dactylon), South African Couch (Cynodon transvaalensis) and many of its hybrids are very susceptible.

Biology:

The fungus damages the roots in late summer.

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Management and Control:

Apply fungicides.

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Acknowledgments:

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