3 Reasons Your Lawn Is Brown
Have you noticed brown spots in your lawn? A healthy, green lawn makes your yard look great, but sometimes patches of grass turn dry and ugly. There are a few reasons why this happens. Let’s look at three common causes of brown grass and what you can do to fix them.
1
Your Lawn Might Have a Disease
Grass can get sick just like people do! Fungal diseases, like brown patch or dollar spot, attack the grass and make it turn brown or yellow. These diseases spread when the weather is hot and humid. If you water too much or too late in the day, the grass stays wet, which helps fungi grow.
How to Fix It:
- Water your lawn early in the morning so it has time to dry.
- Mow your grass at the right height—cutting too short makes it weak.
- If the disease doesn’t go away, you might need a special lawn treatment.
2
Pests Like Grubs Are Eating Your Grass
Some tiny bugs live under the grass and eat the roots. One of the worst pests is grubs—small, white worm-like creatures that destroy the roots, making the grass die and turn brown. You might even notice that the grass lifts up like a carpet because the roots are gone!
How to Fix It:
- Check for grubs by pulling up a section of brown grass. If you see a lot of white grubs, that’s the problem.
- Use grub-killing treatments in the late summer or early fall.
- Keep your lawn healthy with good watering and fertilizing to make it strong.
3
Your Lawn Is Too Dry
One of the most common reasons for a brown lawn is lack of water. In hot, dry weather, grass needs more water to stay green. If it doesn’t get enough, it turns brown and brittle.
How to Fix It:
- Water deeply about twice a week instead of lightly every day.
- Water in the early morning so it soaks into the ground before the sun dries it up.
- Use Arber’s All Purpose Fertilizer, formulated with Biochar to retain moisture and reduce your water usage.
Final Thoughts
A brown lawn doesn’t always mean your grass is dead. Sometimes, it just needs a little extra care! By checking for disease, pests, and dry soil, you can help bring your lawn back to life. With the right steps, your yard will be green and healthy again in no time!