Turf Disease

Red Thread
Red thread infects grass blades and leaf sheaths. The fungus is distinguishable by thread-like strands or web-like areas of coral-pink to blood-red on the tips of brown grass blades. This, as with all funguses, can be spread by foot-traffic, mower blades, and other activities that occur on diseased turf. A high amount of moisture is usually the cause of fungus on your lawn. If you notice red thread activity, change your watering routine to late morning. This will help to keep your turf dryer for longer periods of the day and demote the fungus activity as well as relieve stress from the turf during hot days.

Disease Development Favored by: Over watering/too much moisture High humidity Thatch build up Low Fertility Corrective Measures: Do not mow while lawn is wet Do not water in the evening Remove thatch Aerate lawn Prune trees to promote air circulation

Red thread on lawn