Jcaj558
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Please help identify lawn problem

Does anyone have any idea what is wrong with this lawn. It is very weak and does not grow very long. Seems to have a lot of brown grass mixed in with the green. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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Jcaj558
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Illinois, south Chicago. I believe it is Kentucky blue. Fertilized once in beginning OD April.

Dr Blade
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Looks like dollar spot:

Some info:
Kentucky Bluegrass and Bermuda are susceptible to lawn damage from this fungal infection in humid areas. The brown/yellow circles are often small (about the size of a silver dollar). However, they may be spaced very close together covering a large area.
dollar spot lawn fungus

Shape: Round patterns
Season: Late spring, early summer, early fall and 60 to 75 degrees

Prevention:

A morning watering schedule
Keeping thatch to a minimum
Lawn aeration
Ensuring adequate levels of nitrogen

Remedy: Many fungicides including contact and penetrating varieties are effective for treatment if used early on. Most require multiple applications.

I would fertilize to help it grow out and stick with the prevention recommendations.



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