16 Jun 2026
An overhead view of a green lawn with several dead, yellowish-brown spots, illustrating the common homeowner concern, "Why Are There Brown Patches on My Lawn?"

Why Are There Brown Patches on My Lawn in Florida?

Few things are as frustrating as walking out to the yard on a sunny Brevard County morning and wondering, “Why are there brown patches on my lawn when it was just green yesterday?” Florida lawns work hard. Between the heat, humidity, sandy soil, and a long list of insects that love our climate, grass here […]

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16 Jun 2026
A dry Florida lawn turning yellow in summer due to heat stress, chinch bug damage, or watering issues.

Common Causes for a Lawn Turning Yellow During Summer

A lawn turning yellow in Florida usually comes down to one of six things: chinch bugs, a nutrient deficiency, too much water, not enough water, lawn disease, or dog urine damage. During the intense summer months, these issues hit the yard harder and spread faster. The fix is different for each one, so the first […]

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27 Feb 2026
big ants in florida

How to Identify & Prevent Big Ants in Florida Lawns

If you’ve spotted a large ant crawling through your Brevard County lawn and thought, “That thing is huge,” you’re not imagining it. Big ants in Florida are common, as the Sunshine State is home to several large species. While some are just a nuisance, others can damage your lawn, your home’s structure, or deliver a […]

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02 Feb 2026
grass treatment for fleas

How Does Grass Treatment for Fleas & Other Yard Pests Work?

Grass treatment for fleas plays a critical role in controlling fleas and reducing overall pest pressure around a property. Here’s what to know for your home and lawn. When homeowners deal with fleas, the focus is usually indoors. Pets are treated, carpets are cleaned, and floors are vacuumed repeatedly. For many Florida homes, those steps […]

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08 Jan 2026
florida lawn pests

Common Florida Lawn Pests and Keeping Them Under Control

Florida lawn pests pose challenges that homeowners in other parts of the country rarely experience. Warm temperatures, frequent rainfall, sandy soil, and long growing seasons create ideal conditions for pests that live, feed, and reproduce directly in turf. Many lawn pests remain hidden below the surface. Homeowners often do not notice a problem until the […]

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13 Nov 2025
lawn pest control

Proven Lawn Pest Control Methods for Florida Yards

If you’ve ever spent a weekend patching brown spots in your Florida lawn only to watch them reappear a month later, you’re not alone. Lawn pest control is a year-round issue across the state, quietly feeding on grass roots, blades, and stems while you’re focused on mowing and watering. True lawn health isn’t just about […]

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28 Apr 2025
Take-All Root Rot

Take-All Root Rot: The Silent Lawn Killer in Central Florida

Picture it – spring is in the air, birds are chirping, flowers are blooming, and your lush green lawn … has weird patches all over the place. Sound familiar?  Your lawn might have Take-all root rot (TARR). This disease, also called Bermudagrass decline, loves Central Florida’s hot, rainy weather and can kill your grass before […]

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15 Apr 2025
green grass being watered by sprinklers

How to Keep Your Lawn Healthy During Drought Conditions

3 Tips from the Turf Experts at Slug-A-Bug Central Florida, including Brevard County, continues to experience drought conditions, which are expected to last through June. Right now it’s more important than ever to adjust and optimize your lawn care routine! The key is to protect your turf and conserve water. At Slug-A-Bug, we’re committed to […]

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04 Oct 2024
A lawn with brown patch fungus next to a healthy lawn

Brown patch fungus: Here’s what you need to know

By Elliot Zace General Manager Slug-A-Bug Brown patch fungus is a common issue affecting lawns, especially from October through March when Florida’s temperatures are relatively cool. In our area, it infects mainly St. Augustine grass, although it can also be a problem for Zoysia and Bermuda grasses as well. The disease creates circular or irregularly […]

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19 Jul 2024
A collection of weeds

The weeds of summer pose an ongoing challenge

Summer is in full force. The grass is feeling the heat, but in many Brevard County lawns, the weeds are flourishing. No one wants to see a well-kept lawn overrun by unwanted vegetation. Weeds can make even the best-groomed yard look neglected.  Competing with the grass Weeds are harmful to a lawn primarily because they […]

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