{"id":133972,"date":"2025-05-20T13:39:07","date_gmt":"2025-05-20T16:39:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=133972"},"modified":"2025-05-22T12:25:39","modified_gmt":"2025-05-22T15:25:39","slug":"how-to-prevent-mushrooms-in-yard","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-prevent-mushrooms-in-yard\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Prevent Mushrooms in Your Yard"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Getting rid of the mushrooms popping up on your lawn is easy yet annoying. It\u2019s far more effective if you know how to prevent mushrooms in your yard.<\/p>    <p>Improve the drainage, lessen shaded areas, clear your lawn of organic matter, and apply high-nitrogen fertilizer to make your yard less hospitable to mushroom growth. Proper lawn care, such as mowing at the right height, adjusting your watering practices, dethatching, and aerating will also help.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-70a33c9e-93fe-442d-8548-bc29b48753f7\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\"><\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"list-style: none; \"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-prevent-mushrooms-in-yard\/#0-1-improve-drainage\" style=\"\">1. Improve Drainage<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-prevent-mushrooms-in-yard\/#1-2-adjust-watering-practices\" style=\"\">2. Adjust Watering Practices<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-prevent-mushrooms-in-yard\/#2-3-clear-lawn-of-organic-matter\" style=\"\">3. Clear Lawn of Organic Matter<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-prevent-mushrooms-in-yard\/#3-4-mow-at-the-correct-height\" style=\"\">4. Mow at the Correct Height<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-prevent-mushrooms-in-yard\/#4-5-dethatch\" style=\"\">5. Dethatch<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-prevent-mushrooms-in-yard\/#5-6-aerate\" style=\"\">6. Aerate<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-prevent-mushrooms-in-yard\/#6-7-increase-sunlight\" style=\"\">7. Increase Sunlight<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-prevent-mushrooms-in-yard\/#7-8-apply-high-nitrogen-fertilizer\" style=\"\">8. Apply High-Nitrogen Fertilizer<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-prevent-mushrooms-in-yard\/#8-faq-about-preventing-mushrooms\" style=\"\">FAQ About Preventing Mushrooms<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-1-improve-drainage\">1. Improve Drainage<\/h2>    <p>One of the conditions that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/what-causes-mushrooms-in-yard\/\">cause mushrooms to grow<\/a> in your yard is poor drainage.<\/p>    <p>According to Gabrielle LaTora, agriculture and natural resources agent from the University of Georgia, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-manage-stormwater-runoff\/\">stormwater runoff<\/a>, which is \u201crain that hits impervious surfaces, like sidewalks, roads, and driveways, and flows downhill to low-lying areas,\u201d is the most common source of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/ways-to-get-rid-standing-water\/\">standing water<\/a> and increased moisture in yards and gardens.<\/p>    <p>Fixing low spots, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/tips-for-leveling-a-lawn\/\">leveling your yard<\/a> properly, or even adding drainage solutions like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-install-a-french-drain\/\">French drains<\/a> can make a big difference. When water flows away instead of being stagnant, your yard becomes less inviting to fungi. Proper drainage can even help <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-get-rid-of-mushrooms\/\">get rid of mushrooms<\/a>. If you think it\u2019s too much work, you can hire a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/lawn-care\">lawn care professional<\/a> instead.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-2-adjust-watering-practices\">2. Adjust Watering Practices<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AdobeStock_311283317.jpeg\" alt=\"Closeup of a watering can pouring water with plants in the background\" class=\"wp-image-121101\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AdobeStock_311283317.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AdobeStock_311283317-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AdobeStock_311283317-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AdobeStock_311283317-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/watering-the-garden\/311283317?asset_id=311283317\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Champ<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock Free \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/jo\/license-terms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Your watering practices are key to mushroom control. Try <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/best-time-to-water-your-grass\/\">watering early in the morning<\/a> to give the grass enough time to dry out during the day. Also, it\u2019s best to water less frequently but more deeply to discourage mushrooms in your yard while encouraging stronger grass roots.<\/p>    <p>\u201cWater the lawn once every week or two at the most,\u201d suggests Jeremy Kichler, county extension coordinator at the University of Georgia.<\/p>    <p>LaTora adds that watering soil already saturated by rain is another surefire way to get puddles of water in your landscape. In turn, it can create consistently damp or soggy conditions, which mushrooms need to thrive.<\/p>    <p><strong><em>Expert Tip:<\/em><\/strong><em> \u201cA cheap rain gauge from the garden center is a good way to track weekly rainfall and allow you to adjust your watering schedule as needed,\u201d suggests LaTora.<\/em><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-3-clear-lawn-of-organic-matter\">3. Clear Lawn of Organic Matter<\/h2>    <p>Keeping your lawn clear of organic matter takes away one of mushrooms\u2019 favorite food sources. According to Kichler, \u201cFungi are known to consume organic material, so clearing out buried wood, roots, piles of leaves, logs, limbs, and pet waste can discourage mushroom growth.\u201d<\/p>    <p><strong><em>My Tip:<\/em><\/strong><em> If you\u2019re using <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/types-of-organic-mulch\/\"><em>organic mulch<\/em><\/a><em> to <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-prevent-weeds-in-flower-beds\/\"><em>prevent weeds in your flower beds<\/em><\/a><em> or landscape, it will decompose over time and turn into mushroom food. You can avoid this by switching to another <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/types-of-mulch\/\"><em>type of mulch<\/em><\/a><em> that breaks down very slowly, if at all. I suggest using <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/types-of-inorganic-mulch\/\"><em>inorganic mulch<\/em><\/a><em> like stone, gravel, or recycled tumbled glass.<\/em><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-4-mow-at-the-correct-height\">4. Mow at the Correct Height<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"554\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mow-grass.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"Lawn mower on green grass in a lawn\" class=\"wp-image-133977\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mow-grass.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mow-grass-300x208.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mow-grass-656x454.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mow-grass-150x104.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mow-grass-768x532.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/lawn-mover-on-green-grass-in-modern-garden\/347970200\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Milan<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock Free \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/license-terms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>If you let your grass grow too tall, the dense canopy can trap moisture by blocking sunlight and restricting air flow near the soil surface. This humid condition makes it ideal for mushrooms to grow. By sticking to your grass type\u2019s recommended mowing height, you\u2019re preventing this excess moisture, depriving mushrooms of the conditions they need.<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/what-is-one-third-rule-mowing-grass\/\">What is the One-Third Rule for Mowing Grass?<\/a><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-5-dethatch\">5. Dethatch<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/thatch-illustration.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"illustration explaining thatch on grass\" class=\"wp-image-111064\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/thatch-illustration.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/thatch-illustration-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/thatch-illustration-646x323.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/thatch-illustration-150x75.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/thatch-illustration-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: Juan Rodriguez<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>A thick thatch layer, usually over half an inch thick, traps moisture and decaying material right at the soil\u2019s surface. This is the kind of environment mushrooms love, so it\u2019s best to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-dethatch-lawn\/\">dethatch your lawn<\/a>. You can use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/guide-to-rakes-types-history-tips\/#6-4-thatch-rake\">thatch rake<\/a> or rent a dethatching machine to break it up.<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-to-dethatch-lawn\/\">When to Dethatch Your Lawn<\/a><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-6-aerate\">6. Aerate<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/aeration-1.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"Infographic about before and after effects of aeration\" class=\"wp-image-128088\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/aeration-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/aeration-1-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/aeration-1-656x422.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/aeration-1-150x97.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/aeration-1-768x494.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: Juan Rodriguez<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-aerate-lawn\/\">Aerating your lawn<\/a> once or twice a year helps water drain more effectively and allows grass roots to grow deeper. This simple fix not only keeps mushrooms in check but also prevents <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/what-causes-compacted-soil\/\">soil compaction<\/a>.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-7-increase-sunlight\">7. Increase Sunlight<\/h2>    <p>Trim back trees and bushes to let sunlight stream in. With more sunlight, there\u2019s less dampness \u2014 resulting in drier soil and fewer mushrooms. Since plant roots help absorb excess moisture, you can also plant <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/best-ground-covers-for-shade\/\">shade-loving groundcovers<\/a> like bugleweed and Bishop\u2019s hat to help keep the soil dry.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-8-apply-high-nitrogen-fertilizer\">8. Apply High-Nitrogen Fertilizer<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Fertilizer.jpg\" alt=\"Hand in glove holding nitrogen fertilizer\" class=\"wp-image-112445\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Fertilizer.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Fertilizer-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Fertilizer-646x431.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Fertilizer-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Fertilizer-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/hand-in-glove-holding-nitrogen-fertilizer-concept-of-fertilizing-grass\/507995686\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vitalii<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock Free \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/license-terms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Mushrooms break down organic matter, but high-nitrogen fertilizer speeds up that process, leaving mushrooms with almost nothing to eat. At the same time, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/different-nitrogen-sources-for-the-lawn\/\">nitrogen<\/a> can also boost grass growth, which can crowd out mushroom colonies.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-faq-about-preventing-mushrooms\">FAQ About Preventing Mushrooms<\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1747713455065\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What Time of Year Do Mushrooms Appear in Lawns?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Typically, mushrooms appear in lawns after rain in the spring and fall. But they can also grow in summer, especially in areas with summer downpours.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1747713460957\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Will Mushrooms Kill My Grass?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No, mushrooms don\u2019t damage or kill the grass. While they\u2019re quite unsightly, they don\u2019t pose a threat to your turf.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1747713469186\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Are Mushrooms a Sign of Lawn Disease?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No, mushrooms generally don\u2019t mean your lawn is suffering from diseases. In fact, mushrooms here and there are a sign that your soil is rich in organic matter.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-the-right-pros-can-help-prevent-mushrooms-in-your-yard\">The Right Pros Can Help Prevent Mushrooms in Your Yard<\/h2>    <p>If you keep your yard clean and your lawn healthy, it can help prevent mushroom growth in your yard. Since maintaining your yard can be tedious, hire a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/lawn-care\">local lawn care pro<\/a> who can do the hard work for you.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-99f82894-f58b-4009-a77c-310a95fd25fd\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"true\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-99f82894-f58b-4009-a77c-310a95fd25fd\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-99f82894-f58b-4009-a77c-310a95fd25fd\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Sources:<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-99f82894-f58b-4009-a77c-310a95fd25fd\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.caes.uga.edu\/about\/personnel\/person.html\/22517\/gabrielle-latora.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gabrielle LaTora<\/a>, agriculture and natural resources agent at the University of Georgia Extension, Fulton County. Personal interview.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/site.extension.uga.edu\/colquittag\/2021\/07\/i-have-a-bunch-of-mushrooms-in-the-yard\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">I Have a Bunch of Mushrooms in the Yard!!!<\/a>\u201d By Jeremy Kichler, extension coordinator. University of Georgia Extension.<\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.uga.edu\/about\/personnel-directory\/person.html\/6284\/jeremy-kichler.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jeremy Kichler<\/a>, county extension coordinator at the University of Georgia. Personal interview.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/ext.vt.edu\/lawn-garden\/turfandgardentips\/tips\/fairy-ring.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Managing Mushrooms in the Lawn<\/a>.\u201d Virginia Cooperative Extension.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/plantclinic.tamu.edu\/2011\/04\/25\/fungi-in-the-garden-beds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mushrooms in the Garden Beds<\/a>.\u201d Texas A&amp;M University AgriLife Extension.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/pender.ces.ncsu.edu\/2021\/07\/a-fungus-among-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What Can I Do About Mushrooms in my Yard<\/a>?\u201d By Charlotte Glen, statewide coordinator. North Carolina Cooperative Extension.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/homegrown.extension.ncsu.edu\/2021\/11\/30\/why-mushrooms-grow-in-my-yard-sometimes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Why Mushrooms Grow in my Yard (Sometimes)<\/a>.\u201d By Justin Moore, marketing and communications director. North Carolina State University Extension.<\/li> <\/ul>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>   <p>Main Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/edible-oily-mushrooms-yellow-boletus-in-the-forest-mushrooms-suillus-luteus-in-the-forest-an-edible-oily-mushroom-that-grows-in-the-autumn-forest-among-the-grass-and-needles\/534983593\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Trik<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock Free \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/license-terms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>To prevent mushrooms in your yard, you can adjust your watering practices, mow at the correct height, dethatch, aerate, increase sunlight, and improve the drainage in your 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