Turf diseases are not usually as common a threat to a Gainesville lawns as Turf pests and weeds, but they are still a concern in certain seasons. Occasionally an outbreak will occur after an extended period of heat and humidity but for the most part, a lawn will remain relatively disease free as long as it is irrigated properly.

However, if there is a dead or dying spot on your lawn, it is beneficial to know if it might be a disease or simply your neighbor taking the dog to its favorite spot in your Gainesville yard. Identifying a lawn disease will also give you...