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newly laid turf going yellow in places

30-01-2008 02:47PM

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laid turf lawn in late august

now i see lots of areas turning yellow

what should i do?

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#2 31-01-2008 01:12AM

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If it is not a low fertility problem (will green up with a feed in spring), it is more than likely a water-logging/soil compaction issue.
This excess water within the pores of the soil reduces the amount of oxygen and nutrients normally available to the grass, causing it to weaken and yellow.
There are some helpful tips here.... How To Revive Your Lawn After the Rain

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#3 31-01-2008 02:03AM

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thanks

will give it a forking then

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