Fundamentals of turfgrass management

Fundamentals of turfgrass management / Nick E. Christians, Aaron J. Patton, Quincy D. Law.

"Fundamentals of Turfgrass Management is the bestselling guide with expert coverage of basic turfgrass science and all aspects of practical care. Now in its fifth edition, this industry favorite offers the latest information on growth, nutrition, herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides, as wel...

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Main Authors: Christians, Nick, 1949- (Author), Patton, Aaron J., 1978- (Author), Law, Quincy D., 1987- (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Hoboken, New Jersey : John Wiley & Sons, [2017]
Edition:Fifth edition.
Subjects:
Turf management.
GARDENING > Essays.
GARDENING > Reference.
GARDENING > Vegetables.
SCIENCE > Life Sciences > Horticulture.
Turf management
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Table of Contents:
  • Benefits of turf and its management
  • Part I: grasses. Introduction to the grasses
  • Cool-season grasses
  • Warm-season grasses
  • Ornamental grasses
  • Part II: turf culture. Establishment
  • Soil testing and soil amendments
  • Turf nutrition and fertilization
  • Mowing, rolling, and plant growth regulators
  • Irrigation
  • Thatch, cultivation, and topdressing
  • Light requirements and shade management
  • Part III: turf pest management. Turf weed management
  • Turf insect management
  • Turf disease management
  • Part IV: the turf industry. Careers in the turfgrass industry
  • Sports turf management
  • Sod production
  • Professional lawn care
  • Golf course maintenance

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