(By Jared Hoyle, KSU Turfgrass Research and Extension)
I have been busy this past year updating the KSU Turfgrass Research Extension Publications. With the help of everyone at the K-State Research and Extension Bookstore we updated a total of 7.
I wanted to share these with you so you have them to read and to share with your friends and neighbors.
Benefits of a Healthy Lawn – Environmental, economic, health, and safety benefits of turfgrass found in lawns, athletic fields, parks, and roadsides.
https://www.bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/Item.aspx?catId=545&pubId=12800
Turfgrass Selection – Professional Series – Information to help turfgrass managers select grasses appropriate for a particular environment.
https://www.bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/Item.aspx?catId=545&pubId=645
Turfgrass Identification – Professional Series – Information for turfgrass managers to help identify grasses by their vegetative characteristics
https://www.bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/Item.aspx?catId=545&pubId=644
Lawn Fertilizing Guide – This guide helps homeowners determine how much fertilizer to apply to keep lawn vigorous and healthy.
https://www.bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/Item.aspx?catId=545&pubId=10639
Turfgrass Mowing – Professional Series – Mowing basics for professional turfgrass managers. Information on mowing height and frequency, clippings, mowing pattern, mower operation, blade sharpening, mower selection, maintenance, and safety.
https://www.bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/Item.aspx?catId=545&pubId=712
Recycling Grass Clippings – Information for homeowners on why and how to recycle grass clippings.
https://www.bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/Item.aspx?catId=545&pubId=701
Mowing Your Lawn – Mowing basics for homeowners. Includes information on mowing height and frequency, pattern, mower operation, maintenance, and safety
https://www.bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/Item.aspx?catId=545&pubId=615
Always remember to READ THE LABEL for the correct rate, turfgrass tolerance, and specific instructions before application!!!
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