How to Prevent Lawn Fungus in Manatee County This Winter

Winter in Manatee County creates the perfect conditions for lawn fungus. Cool nights, heavy morning dew, and high humidity can quickly lead to brown patches and thinning grass if your lawn isn’t properly cared for.

Why Winter Fungus Is Common

Florida lawns stay active year-round. During winter, excess moisture and reduced sunlight allow fungal diseases to spread—especially in St. Augustine, Zoysia, and Bahia grass.

How to Prevent Lawn Fungus:

-Water less often and only in the morning

-Avoid cutting grass too short to reduce stress

-Use proper winter fertilization (too much nitrogen can cause fungus)

-Improve airflow and drainage

-Apply preventative fungus treatments if your lawn has had issues before

Signs of Lawn Fungus

Watch for:

-Circular brown or yellow patches

-Thinning or wilting grass

-A gray or smoky look in the morning

Let Westfall’s Protect Your Lawn

At Westfall’s Lawn & Pest Control, we provide winter lawn care designed for Manatee County’s climate. Our preventative treatments help stop fungus before it spreads and prepare your lawn for spring.

Serving Bradenton, Palmetto, Lakewood Ranch, Parrish & surrounding areas
Contact Westfall’s Lawn & Pest Control today to schedule your winter lawn service