L.P. Tredway, Extension Plant Pathology A number of diseases can
cause serious damage to tall fescue grown for landscapes,
athletic fields, and other recreational areas. Other problems
that resemble disease are caused by management and/or
environmental factors. Accurate diagnosis is the key to
successful management of diseases and other problems in
turfgrasses. This publication reviews the diagnosis and
management of the most common diseases in tall fescue
landscapes. The most common diseases of tall fescue can be
diagnosed by using the descriptions given in this publication.
Other diseases, cultural problems, or environmental problems may
also occur. There are many resources available to turfgrass
managers who require assistance in diagnosing diseases and other
problems. The Plant Disease and Insect Clinic at NC State
University ( http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/depts/ent/clinic/)
specializes in diagnosing turfgrass diseases and other problems.
Visit the clinic website for sample submission forms and
instructions on