| |
Publications
>
Publications Subject Category Search
Publications
|
|
|
| |
|
|
Results: 26 Publications found
for Lawn and Turf
|
|
|
Aeration of Turfgrass Areas
Mechanical aeration provides an excellent, and probably the only, means of correcting or alleviating soil compaction which may be quite serious on many lawn areas. Compaction occurs primarily in the surface area of the lawn. A compacted layer as thin as ¼ to ½ inch can greatly impede water infiltration, nutrient penetration, and gaseous exchange between the soil and the atmosphere. Compaction of this type in the surface layer of soil can be corrected or reduced by the use of suitable aerating equipment. Note: This publication is available in PDF only; it is not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Crop & Soil Sciences
Catalog Number:
XC0003
|
 |
| |
|
|
Agricultural Water Use in the Allegheny/Monongahela/Ohio River Basins
2002 agricultural water use regulations in the Allegheny, Monongahela, and/or Ohio River basins. Note: Available in PDF only; not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Catalog Number:
F-201
|
 |
| |
|
|
Athletic Fields
$1.50
A dense, wear-resistant sod on athletic fields and play areas is essential for safety, good footing, and pleasing appearance. Production and maintenance of such a turf depend on the kinds of grasses used, proper design and construction, soil drainage, seedbed preparation, fertility, and special maintenance programs. This 29-page publication presents drainage patterns for important types of fields, specification guidelines for their construction, and management practices applicable to Pennsylvania and areas with a similar climate.
Department:
Crop & Soil Sciences
Catalog Number:
AGRS-001
|
 |
| |
|
|
Calculations Used in Turfgrass Management
This publication covers the calculations used in determining area, applying fertilizers, applying pesticides, calibrating equipment, determining seed value, and how to equivalent measures. Note: Available in PDF only; not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Crop & Soil Sciences
Catalog Number:
SC219
|
 |
| |
|
|
Control of Summer Annual Grass Weeds in Turfgrasses
Summer annual grasses continue to be pervasive weed problems in many turfgrass areas throughout Pennsylvania. The most common summer annual grasses in turf include crabgrasses (Digitaria spp.), goosegrass (Eleusine indica), foxtails (Setaria spp.), and barnyardgrass (Echinochloa crusgalli). Satisfactory control of these weeds can be obtained by cultural and chemical methods, provided the life cycle of the plant is understood.
Department:
Crop & Soil Sciences
Catalog Number:
UC078
|
 |
| |
|
|
Developing an Integrated Turfgrass Pest Management Program
Turfgrasses, like all other plants, are subject to the ravages of pests. Most turfgrass pests are weeds, diseases, or insects, but they can also include rodents, birds, and pets. It is only when these pests build up to sufficient levels to cause intolerable damage that they need to be controlled. Establishing a pest management program for turf requires planning, vigilance, and, above all, knowledge of turfgrass culture. It also requires a complete understanding of the pests, including recognition of the pest and the damage it causes, its life cycle, environmental or cultural conditions that favor its development, and methods of control. Note: Available in PDF only; not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Crop & Soil Sciences
Catalog Number:
EC404
|
 |
| |
|
|
Diagnosing Turfgrass Problems
The cause of turfgrass damage is often difficult to determine if considerable time has elapsed between damage and diagnosis. Damage is often blamed on disease or insects when there is no sound basis for such a diagnosis. A careful diagnosis involves analysis of climatic and environmental conditions, along with the management program followed. It is important to know what fertilizers, insecticides, fungicides, or herbicides have been applied, the amounts used, and the time and method of application.
Department:
Crop & Soil Sciences
Catalog Number:
XC0005
|
 |
| |
|
|
Greenskeeping
$10.00
This 120-page revised and illustrated publication features a few chapters on how golf got started, how the game is played, and the layout of a golf course; other chapters discuss mowing practices, watering, fertilizing, and general maintenance and repair of equipment. This manual also provides examples of situations involving worker conflicts and work attitude to show that greenskeepers must develop good interpersonal skills and work attitudes. Designed as a training guide for use by new employees of golf courses or those who just want to learn about golf course management.
Department:
Crop & Soil Sciences
Catalog Number:
AGRS-087
|
 |
| |
|
|
Growing Turf Under Shaded Conditions
The establishment and management of quality turfgrass under shaded conditions often is possible if the basic requirements for turfgrass growth are known and understood. Trees have extensive root systems (often quite shallow) that enable them to utilize huge amounts of water and nutrients, and they have dense leaves that severely restrict the light intensity under the trees. These three factors--competition for water, nutrients, and light--are the basic causes of turfgrass failure under shaded conditions. Note: This publication is available in PDF only; it is not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Crop & Soil Sciences
Catalog Number:
XC0006
|
 |
| |
|
|
Lawn Management Through the Seasons
To maintain an attractive home lawn, you must do more than just mow and water. You need to select the proper turfgrass species and use the appropriate management practices at the correct times of year. This publication serves as a calendar guide for turf man-agement practices. It also suggests when to look for pests that can damage turf.
Department:
Crop & Soil Sciences
Catalog Number:
EC201
|
 |
| |
|
|
Liming Turfgrass Areas
Liming is the practice of applying an agent to reduce soil acidity (raise pH) and make soils more favorable for turfgrass growth. Raising soil pH requires a quantity of liming material that is determined by the degree of soil acidity as well as the quality and type of liming material. This six-page publication explains how to properly lime turfgrass areas.
Department:
Crop & Soil Sciences
Catalog Number:
EC415
|
 |
| |
|
|
Managing Turfgrass Diseases
$4.50
This 32-page, full-color publication explains how to identify and manage common lawn and turfgrass diseases. It includes sections on disease diagnosis and control and detailed information about turf diseases such as dollar spot, damping-off diseases, powdery mildew, and brown patch.
Department:
Crop & Soil Sciences
Catalog Number:
AGRS-101
|
 |
| |
|
|
Moss in the Lawn
Moss is one of the most persistent and annoying weeds that occurs in home lawns. It grows in thin, weak turfgrasses but does not thrive in stands of dense, vigorous turf. This one-page flyer explains how to deal with moss in your lawn.
Department:
Crop & Soil Sciences
Catalog Number:
UC094
|
 |
| |
|
|
Mowing Turfgrasses
Grass cutting is the major time-consuming operation in the maintenance of any
turfgrass area. Good mowing practices are perhaps the most important single factor contributing to a well-groomed appearance and the longevity of any turfgrass area. Note: This publication is available in PDF only; it is not available in hard copy from the the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Crop & Soil Sciences
Catalog Number:
XC0007
|
 |
| |
|
|
Performance of Tall Fescue Turfgrass Cultivars:
1992–95
This 12-page publication summarizes the results of tests of 68 tall fescue cultivars planted at the Joseph Valentine Turfgrass Research Center in September 1992. It includes background on tall fescue, information about establishment and maintenance, and a guide to evaluating the results of the performance tests. Note: Available in PDF only; not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Crop & Soil Sciences
Catalog Number:
UC131
|
 |
| |
|
|
. |
