Red thread is a fungal lawn disease that frequently affects UK lawns. It is especially prevalent in late summer and autumn, when humidity levels are high.
If you've spotted those telltale red threads amongst the grass in your garden, don't panic - this disease can be fought! An application of fungicide should do the trick, although it may take a few weeks for your lawn to fully recover.
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Red thread disease is one of the most common fungal lawn diseases in the UK.
As the name suggests, this unsightly ailment is characterised by a reddish tinge. It is particularly prevalent in humid conditions.
Red thread lawn disease (photograph by Kris Lord)
If your lawn looks like the photo above, you're in the right place. This page is dedicated to all things red thread - including how to get rid of it.
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