Spring bermudagrass dead spot is the most severe disease in the transition zone. The disease may occur wherever bermudagrass goes dormant in the winter, but it is particularly severe in the northern-most range of bermudagrass growth. Intensely managed turf, such as golf courses, is particularly prone to the disease. |
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As the name implies, spring dead spot symptoms appear in the spring as bermudagrass comes out of winter dormancy. Circular patches of turf ranging in diameter from 6 inches to several feet remain dormant as the surrounding turf turns green. The patches of dormant turf eventually disintegrate, leaving depressions in the playing surface. |
