Avoiding Summer Lawn Diseases

CHARLOTTE - Terra Systems has launched a new lawn disease prevention service in response to an unsightly fungus that infected many lawns in the area of the Charlotte-based company.

The fungus, commonly known as brown patch disease, can seriously damage fescue lawns in a warm, humid climate. Terra performed trials last year with a prevention product called Heritage. Heritage actually derives from mushrooms.

In addition to the disease prevention products, Terra Systems offers these tips for avoiding infestation of the brown patch disease:

• Avoid nitrogen-based fertilizers after April.

• Water in the morning , rather than at night, because water left standing overnight encourages brown patch growth

• Water no more than two or three times per week, because fewer heavy applications are better than frequent light applications.

If you would like to learn more about brown patch prevention, visit Terra Systems at www.terrasyslawns.com.