Say Goodbye to Red Thread: Prevention & Treatment Guide
Red thread is a common lawn disease that creates unsightly reddish-brown patches across your yard. While it won’t kill your grass outright, it weakens turf and leaves your lawn looking patchy and unhealthy. This disease thrives in cool, humid weather (55–77°F), especially after heavy rain.The best way to fight red thread? Stop it before it starts.
How to Treat Red Thread
Already seeing signs of red thread? We’ve got you covered. Sign up for our disease program today to drive out disease with a combination fungicide and commercial fertilizer to help not only prevent red thread but any other disease that may occur.
Our Lawn Disease Program combines:
- A powerful fungicide to suppress active infections.
- A micronutrient-rich fertilizer to boost turf recovery and resilience.
Understanding the Host (Your Turfgrass)
Some turfgrass is more prone to red thread than others:
- Susceptible species: Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, and perennial ryegrass.
- Solution: Choose disease-resistant cultivars.
- Tip: Weak turf is more vulnerable—improve lawn health through proper care and nutrition.
Red Thread Prevention Tips
Keep your lawn strong and disease-resistant with these best practices:
- Proper Lawn Care Mow regularly, water deeply but infrequently, and aerate in the fall to keep your grass strong and healthy.
- Fertilize Wisely Apply a balanced fertilizer, especially nitrogen, to boost turf health.
- Plant the Right Grass Use disease-resistant varieties like Turf-Type Tall Fescue for long-term protection.
- Improve Airflow Trim trees and shrubs to allow sunlight and airflow, helping your lawn dry faster after rain.
- Inspect Often Spot trouble early.
Check your lawn regularly for any discolored or thinning patches and act fast by contacting Portage Turf today to get your grass looking more green and healthy.
