Fungi & Toadstools
Fungi are very common
in grass. They go hand in hand with the biological process of decomposing
elements, and breakdown of materials. Toadstools degrade and recycle dead
plant material, and are very common in an ornamental lawn. They are neither
problematic or a major hassle. Toadstools show that you have an active
soil, and that activity is reasonably good. However, you should take care
to watch the thatch level. Your lawn may need scarification to reduce
this dead layer.
There may be a layer
of decaying debris under the lawn area, from previous building work or
dead tree stumps and tree roots. If your lawn has a major problem with
mushrooms and toadstools, ask me about the best way to stop this problem
recurring
Please Note - Fungicides
are a toxin and are only used by Lawn Doctor when absolutely necessary.
Prevention is always better than cure. If you are having your lawns treated
by a professional company other than Lawn Doctor, make sure you ask what
preventive methods they employ against disease, and foliar blights.
