Insect & Disease Management
Proven Solutions for Lawn Pests and Diseases
Are you worried that pests or diseases have invaded your lawn? If so, depending on the pros at NutriGreen Fertilization to remove them quickly and return your lawn to optimal health. We use safe but high-powered treatments and repellents to eliminate every risk to your soil, grass. After we finish, you and your family can enjoy and spend time on your lawn again. We’re dedicated to taking care of you.
Common Types of Pests in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania’s diverse climate and abundant greenery create a haven for various lawn pests. While some are mere nuisances, others can devastate your precious turf. Let’s explore some of the most common culprits and how to protect your lawn:
- Sod Webworms
- Billbugs
- Grubs
- Chinch Bugs
- Ants
- Mole Crickets
Common Lawn Diseases in Pennsylvania
Even the best cultivated and maintained lawns can fall victim to disease. Please contact us if your lawn has one or more of the following diseases:
- Brown Patch: A lawn illness occurring usually during hot summers, often appearing like dead grass.
- Red Thread: A condition that causes red strands to sprout from the soil and cover the lawn.
- Snow Mold: A fungus appearing after snow melts, often in white, milky-looking patches.
- Summer Patch: A fungus that kills roots and impedes grass and soil from absorbing nutrients. It often wilts or thins grass.
- Fairy Ring: Circles of mushroom growth, usually accompanied by dying grass in a green, thrush-like ring.
Signs of a Lawn Pest Infestation
You may have a lawn pest problem if you notice one or more of the following:
- Dead patches of grass that pull up easily: This is a telltale sign of grub damage, as these larvae feast on roots, weakening the turf.
- Circular or irregular brown patches with chewed edges: This could be the work of armyworms, sod webworms, or other chewing insects.
- Excessive webbing on grass blades: This is a sign of web-spinning insects feeding on your lawn.