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Die-out patches of lawn can be regrown

Many homeowners face die-out patches in their lawns during spring 2025, especially on lawns around four years old that show bare spots in some areas while others remain fine.
Experts attribute these patches mainly to this winter’s lack of insulating snow cover combined with cold temperatures, and differences in snow deposition, wind patterns, soil cold penetration, and sun exposure may explain uneven lawn damage.
To repair damaged sections of the lawn, start by raking thoroughly to reveal bare soil, then apply a seed mix made up of at least half Kentucky Bluegrass varieties combined with creeping red fescue, which grows well in shaded areas. It is crucial to keep the seeded soil consistently cool and moist, as drying out during germination can cause seedlings to perish.
Additional measures for a healthy turf include mowing no shorter than 3 to 4 inches, fertilizing on Memorial and Labor Day, mulching clippings back into the lawn, watering deeply but less often, and using spot-treating, digging, hoeing, or smothering to control weeds since no selective weed killer exists.
Following these practices can improve lawn resilience over time, but due to diverse weeds and flowers and the absence of targeted herbicides, homeowners should expect a lengthy recovery period for die-out patches.

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Die-out patches of lawn can be regrown

Q: I don’t know what has happened to my lawn. It’s about 4 years old and has developed bare spots, as you can see in the photo. Can you give me any suggestions on what to do? A: I’ve received many similar emails this spring, indicating many homeowners are struggling with similar dead spots in some parts of their lawn. The lack of insulating snow cover this winter, accompanied by cold temperatures, creates a combination that can cause the die-out…

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