Problem Solver: Find the Right Turf Solution

At Greenway Turf Solutions, we provide tailored solutions to help you overcome turf challenges. We understand the pressures of maintaining healthy, high-quality playing surfaces, so we created this tool to help you quickly identify common issues like weeds, pests, and diseases.

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African Black Beetle

Scientific Name: Heteronychus arator
The African black beetle is a serious pest of turfgrass, pastures, and various crops. Adult beetles are black, robust, and about 12–15 mm long.
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Ants

Scientific Name: Various species, including Iridomyrmex and Pheidole spp.
Ants are commonly found in turfgrass but are generally not direct pests. However, they can create unsightly mounds.
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Argentine Stem Weevil

Scientific Name: Listronotus bonariensis
This small, greyish-black weevil is a major pest of turfgrass, particularly in cool-season species like perennial ryegrass and bentgrass.
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Argentinian Scarab

Scientific Name: Cyclocephala signaticollis
The Argentinian scarab is a white grub species that feeds on turfgrass roots, leading to yellowing and dieback.
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Billbug

Scientific Name: Sphenophorus spp.
Billbugs are weevils that damage turfgrass by feeding on stems and roots. The larvae, which look like legless white grubs, cause the most harm by tunneling through plant tissues.
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Black Cutworm

Scientific Name: Agrotis ipsilon
Black cutworms are caterpillars that feed on turfgrass leaves and stems, often severing plants at the base.
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Couch Mite

Scientific Name: Aceria cynodoniensis
Couch mites are microscopic pests that cause tufted, stunted growth in couch grass (Cynodon spp.). Affected plants develop a "witches' broom" appearance.
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Ground Pearl

Scientific Name: Margarodes spp.
Ground pearls are soil-dwelling scale insects that attach to turfgrass roots and suck out nutrients.
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Lawn Armyworm

Scientific Name: Spodoptera mauritia
Lawn armyworms are highly destructive caterpillars that feed on turfgrass leaves. They are most active in warm, humid conditions .
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Mole Crickets

Scientific Name: Gryllotalpidae family
Mole crickets are burrowing insects that damage turf by tunneling through the soil, disrupting roots, and feeding on grass.
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Nematodes

Nematodes

Scientific Name: Meloidogyne, Pratylenchus, and Heterodera spp.
Nematodes are microscopic worms that can damage turfgrass roots, leading to thinning and stunted growth.
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Pruinose Scarab

Scientific Name: Sericesthis geminata
The pruinose scarab is a white grub species that feeds on turfgrass roots. Adults are medium-sized, dusty-colored beetles that emerge in summer to lay Larvae.
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Andrew Leak Landscape Elements, Perth, WA | General

Since 2017, Paul Spencer and Paul Bevan have been consistently knowledgeable, honest, and reliable. They’re always available for product support and true to the GTS motto: right advice, right support, right products.

Daniel Stack Superintendent, Windaroo Lakes Golf Course, QLD | General

I’ve worked with John Hume and GTS for many years, and their product knowledge, honesty, and reliability are essential. I’d call it a partnership—I couldn’t produce a field like this without their support.

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"I have a great relationship with GTS. GTS has been a fantastic support, as has my rep, Paul Bevan. Paul has years of knowledge and experience, having been in my position as a superintendent before, he understands my needs. His product knowledge is excellent, as is that of Paul Spencer, the head agronomist. They’ve always been there for me whenever I need advice or have an issue, providing quick and reliable support."

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GTS is a great company to work with. Steve Jones and Rob Green have been fantastic support, always ready to help. From seed and fertiliser to every product I need, they are only a phone call away.

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