Large Patch — Fall Scouting and Timing

Round patches with an orange margin in zoysia, centipede and St. Augustine. How to confirm it, what sets it off, and why it can't wait until spring.

Round patches with an orange margin in zoysia, centipede and St. Augustine. How to confirm it, what sets it off, and why it can't wait until spring.

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TurfTechAdvisor Large Patch field guide showing circular patches with an orange margin, fall scouting, disease triggers and customer expectations.
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Who this is for

Lawn-treatment professionals scouting fall disease on zoysia, centipede and St. Augustine.

A better customer explanation

Use the guide to explain why these patches will not grow back out until spring, why fall scouting matters, and how to keep the same spots from returning bigger next year.

Use the observation in your workflow

  • Treatment tracking — Keep application details and follow-up notes connected to the property.
  • Customer records — Keep photos, service history, and technician notes in one place.
  • Service scheduling — Schedule return scouting and recurring service work without losing the thread.

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