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Around the Turf Scene
![Golf course putting green with flag in autumn colors](https://www.advancedturf.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/AdobeStock_47714031-scaled-1.jpeg)
![Suburban home in early Autumn as the leaves begin to turn](https://www.advancedturf.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/AdobeStock_131337784-scaled-1.jpeg)
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Collar Decline and What You Can Do About It
Collar decline is normally not the result of just one causal agent. Typically, it is the combination of numerous factors that result in lower quality turfgrass on collars than in surrounding areas. The summer months bring higher temperatures and drought stress, making this the period when most collar decline occurs.
Let’s look at some causes of collar decline and how you can remedy each one.
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