Anthracnose
Common Name
Anthracnose
Seasons of Activity
Survives the winter as dormant resting structures in infected plant debris. During early spring outbreaks.
Areas of Plant Infected
Foliage and Roots.
Cultural Methods of Control
Increase height of cut, add small amounts of Nitrogen regularly.
Scientific Name
Colletotrichum graminicola and Microdochium bolleyi
Key Distinguishing Feature
Depending on the severity of the disease outbreak, symptoms can range from single tillers with yellow or red lesions to the typical 50 to75 mm irregular yellow-bronze shaped thin/bare patches. These patches can be numerous and join together in severe outbreaks. Numerous black fruiting bodies of the fungus can be seen on the foliage as the disease progresses.
Often anthracnose will be observed as a foliar blight, in which the turfgrass leaves are noticeably infected appearing either yellow with possible red lesions.
Depending on the severity of the disease and environmental conditions, the disease also has the ability to significantly affect the turf plants crown and root system. Anthracnose is seen within certain warm- and cool-season turfgrass species.
Key Products for Control:
Tombstone Duo - 20mL/100sqm in 4-16L of water
Impala - 60mL/100sqm in 5L of water (sprayer only) or 6mL/10sqm in 9L of water (watering can)
Tribeca - 60mL/100sqm in 5L of water
Disclaimer *Always refer to the label before applying any products to your lawn*
