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Systematic Diagnosis of Brown Patches in Bermuda Grass

Atlanta, Bermuda, brown patches worsening despite fungicide treatments. Wants proactive Scotts fungicide program. The expert says first eliminate other causes: check irrigation, soap flush for insects, rule out spills/buried debris. Only then treat fungus per label. Preventive chemical applications unwise.

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