More than 2.5 inches of rain over the last weekend has created the perfect environment for diseases on turf and ornamental plants. Saturated soil, along with cool wet conditions, is the perfect recipe for fungus growth, including leaf spot, red thread and mushrooms.
Most fungi and disease organisms are cosmetic and will not cause any permanent damage to the plants. Some may cause temporary leaf drop or discoloration to the foliage but strong plants will survive the slight weather shift.
As always, the solution is to install the right plant species, prepare the soil the best you can, fertilize properly, and trust the professionals at Buckeye EcoCare.
