All lawns at some point will suffer from problems, these lawn problems can include moss, weeds, disease, animals and insects, to name a few.
The following sections below include information on all of the most common lawn problems. There is advice on prevention, management and control of all these problems and turf disorders.
It is also worth remembering that most of these lawn troubles can be avoided by keeping the lawn healthy with good lawn care practices.
We discus both the cultural and chemical methods of dealing with each lawn problem and how to prevent them from returning.
Doves-foot Cranesbill, scientifically known as Geranium molle, is a persistent annual weed that can be found in various gardens and lawns. Although it might seem harmless due to its delicate flowers, this … Read more
Fusarium patch disease, a prevalent turf affliction in the UK, is attributed to the fungus Microdochium nivale (previously known as Fusarium nivale). Recognized as one of the most detrimental lawn diseases in … Read more
Superficial fairy rings (also known as thatch fungi) are most common during the summer and autumn months on lawns in the UK. Normally they have little effect on the on the grass … Read more