Dealing with shade

Turf plants require a great deal of light for optimal growth, and when light is limited, a smorgasbord of problems develop, including low quality turf, weed invasion, increased susceptibility to diseases, traffic damage, bare spots, wet spots, and reduced playability due to the growth of a heterogeneous mixture of turf and weed varieties. Pruning and tree removal are frequently the only solutions, but this move is frequently resisted due to costs and aesthetics. If you are forced to live with…