Explore effective strategies to control various lawn pests and learn how to identify and manage common lawn diseases for a healthier, vibrant lawn.
Lawn Pests and Control
Grubs: Learn about the life cycle of grubs, their impact on your lawn, and effective detection methods. Discover preventative measures and the importance of timely treatment using products like Scotts® GrubEx®₁ Season Long Grub Killer.
Lawn Moths and Sod Webworms: Understand the relationship between lawn moths and sod webworms, and identify signs of damage. Early treatment with Ortho® BugClear™ Insect Killer for Lawns & Landscapes Concentrate is emphasized, along with routine maintenance practices.
Mole Crickets: Recognize the habits and damage caused by mole crickets. Discover effective treatments, such as applying Ortho® BugClear™ Lawn Insect Killer or Ortho® Home Defense® Insect Killer for Lawn & Landscape in early summer.
Dual-purpose Solution: Introduce Scotts® Turf Builder® SummerGuard® Lawn Food with Insect Control, a product that not only nourishes your lawn but also controls common lawn pests.
Common Lawn Diseases and Identification
Brown Patch: Learn to identify brown patch disease, its preferred grass types, and its manifestation in hot, humid weather. Understand the distinct appearance of affected areas and their recovery patterns.
Red Thread: Explore red thread disease prevalent in cool, humid conditions, characterized by thin, red strands extending from grass blades. Address nutrient-poor soils and the long-term survival of red thread.
Rust Diseases: Identify rust diseases by irregular patches and orange-yellow rust spores on grass blades. Learn about their occurrence in late summer and early fall, especially in shaded areas, and the importance of year-round lawn feeding.
Snow Mold: Understand the two types of snow mold—pink and gray—and their appearance as patches of crusty, matted grass. Recognize their growth under snow cover or during cool, wet weather without snow.
Summer Patch: Discover summer patch symptoms, including irregular brown patches and rings, occurring between June and September in high humidity. Emphasize the need for preventive measures during warmer weather.
By following these guidelines, you can proactively address lawn pests and diseases, ensuring the longevity and vitality of your lawn.