After the snow melted, pale yellow patches trimmed in pink appeared in my lawn. What s the problem?
You’ re probably looking at Fusarium patch (pink snow mold). Generally a problem in late winter or early spring, this grass disease usually attacks lawns wet from snow, rain or poor drainage. Grass blades are usually light tan and stick together, and a white cottony growth may cover the blades. By the time you observe Fusarium patch in the spring, it’ s usually too late to apply a fungicide. That’ s why proper lawn management is so important. To reduce the danger of this disease, keep your yard mowed and aerated in the fall, and avoid excess fall nitrogen applications. Frequent mowing can help control the problem too.
