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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References:
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Acknowledgments:
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