Be advised that this is a fungus that spreads easily and is very difficult to control. They appear like an arc or continuous circles formed by bands of turf grasses that are darker green and faster growing then the grasses on either side. These bands can be between 4 & 12 inches wide with a diameter of the circle varying from 3 to 50 feet in length or more.

A telltale sign of fairy ring is the presence of toadstools or mushrooms in the affected area especially during times of abundant moisture.

To control fairy ring, use a garden fork or aerating tool to poke deep holes into the fairy ring.

To prevent the spread of this fungus, make sure to disinfect your gardening tools with a solution of household bleach or Lysol containing chlorine after treating your fairy ring affected areas.

Make sure to water the affected area thoroughly, then apply a high nitrogen fertilizer (For example: 20-3-4) to the affected area. Water this area deeply throughout the summer.

One final alternative is to dig the fairy ring out. Keeping in mind that the grass & soil must be removed at least 12 inches as well from the outside & edge of the ring. As well as 12 – 18 inches deep. Take care not to spill any of this affected soil, as you do not wish to infect other areas of your lawn. Make sure to clean & disinfect your tools after this procedure as well.