My Bermuda Grass Is Dead

Diseases

• Bermudagrass is prone to a number of fungal disorders that can kill the grass if left uncontrolled. Common bermudagrass diseases include brown path, leaf spot and dollar spot. A well maintained lawn is the best defense against most diseases, as cited by the Alabama Cooperative Extension.

Pests

• A number of insects are likely to infest bermudagrass lawns and cause serious damage. These include sod webworms, armyworms and white grubs. Lawns that are excessively fertilized with high nitrogen fertilizers are more susceptible to insect problems. Use recommended insecticides for control.

Cultural Disorders

• Growing bermudagrass in areas of shade can render severe damage to grass. When grown in shade, bermudagrass starts to thin out and eventually declines entirely. For best growth, grow grass in areas of full sun and mow weekly during active growing season.