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Mold or eggs? #700288

Asked July 13, 2020, 3:39 PM EDT

Hello there, I live in Bowie, MD and just noticed this stuff on some of my lawn and I don't know if it's something I should be worried about? I have a dog that walks in this grass but no kids. Should I just leave it alone or is it something I should get rid of? Thanks for any help you can offer. DJ Richard

Prince George's County Maryland

Expert Response

This looks like a slime mold on the turf. It can thrive and reproduce any time of the year during warm wet weather. The fruiting bodies that you are seeing will go away when conditions dry. This does not damage the turf. We have received several questions on this.
If it bothers you, the spore masses can be removed from turf blades by a strong stream of water, mowing, or raking. Frequent mowing often is the best treatment.
https://extension.umd.edu/hgic/slime-mold-lawns

Marian
Answered by the Home & Garden Information Center's Maryland Certified Professional Horticulturists Replied July 14, 2020, 11:07 AM EDT
Thank you so much! 
The Question Asker Replied July 14, 2020, 1:58 PM EDT
You are welcome.

Marian

Answered by the Home & Garden Information Center's Maryland Certified Professional Horticulturists Replied July 14, 2020, 2:01 PM EDT

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