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Grass Problem

MeldrumMeldrum Posts: 2
in Problem solving

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I have a problem with a fungus which is spreading through my grass. (See attached picture)

What is it called, and how do I get rid of it?

Is it harmful to children or pets? 

 

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  • Dave HumbyDave Humby Posts: 1,145

    Can't help with an ID but a quick google search threw up the following thread on another forum with similar images. Unfortunately not a great deal of content on the thread.

    http://www.gardenbanter.co.uk/lawns/198665-help-mushroom-type-fungi-pics-attached.html

  • Dave MorganDave Morgan Posts: 3,123

    It's dog lichen Meldrum. It's not harmful or poisonous. To get rid you need to improve the drainage in the lawn. Improving drainage is a better long term solution than using chemicals. You need to aereate the lawn and brush grit into the holes. Lifting the grass with a a fork will improve air circulation as well. 

  • MeldrumMeldrum Posts: 2

    Thanks to both Dave's.

    I've bought one of those things which removes plugs of soil. I'll get some lawn sand to brush into the holes & see how it goes.

    Looks like I've got a lot of hard work over the next few weeks! 

  • Dave MorganDave Morgan Posts: 3,123

    Use grit not lawn sand Meldrum. Works better.

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