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Fixing Bare Spots in a 3-Year-Old Rocky Lawn

60% bare spots in rocky lawn. Causes: compaction, tree roots, disease, insects, pH, fertility, wrong grass type. Fix: confirm grass type for sun/shade. Test pH → 6.5. Aerate bare spots, seed/sod. If fungal, treat first. Follow local nursery lawn program.

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