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Turfgrass Weed Control for Professionals 2023
by Jared Hoyle Aaron Patton Daniel Weisenberger
MF3347
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Provides weed identification and control information turfgrass professionals can use to develop effective weed control programs for golf courses, athletic fields, sod farms, lawns, other turfgrass systems. Recommendations apply to most states, input from experts in IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, NY, OH, WI. 132-page, color.
Published Date: Aug 2023
Tall Fescue Varieties for Kansas
by Jared Hoyle
MF3268
Varieties determined to be best-adapted for Kansas based on 2012-2014 field trials. 2-page, color.Published Date: Sep 2015
Summer Patch of Bluegrass
MF3239
This new publication deals with the identification and management of summer patch in bluegrass. 2-page, full color.Published Date: Jul 2015
Rust Diseases of Turfgrass
by Megan M. Kennelly Ken Obasa
EP163
Identify and manage rust diseases in turf. 4-page, full color.Revision Date: Jul 2015
Benefits of Healthy Turfgrass
by Jared Hoyle
MF2940
Environmental, economic, health, and safety benefits of turfgrass found in lawns, athletic fields, parks, and roadsides. 2-page, color.Revision Date: May 2017
Tall Fescue Lawns
by Matthew J. Fagerness Steven J. Keeley Jared Hoyle
MF736
Tall fescue is a popular choice for Kansas lawns. This publication offers tips on planting, management, and care. 4-page, color.Revision Date: Apr 2015
Managing Fescue Football Fields
by Steven J. Keeley Matthew J. Fagerness
MF803
Turf should provide safe, even footing, cushion falls, and prevent mud and dust. Tall fescue, a perennial, cool-season bunchgrass, is most popular turf grass for football fields in Kansas. 8-page.Revision Date: Sep 2001
Lawn Fertilizing Guide
by Jack Fry
MF2916
Most lawn grasses require some fertilizer every year to keep them strong and actively growing. Appropriate amounts help maintain turf vigor, but too much fertilizer can cause problems. Includes tips and a table to help determine the correct amount of fertilizer to use. 2 pages, color.Revision Date: Apr 2024
Yellow Patch of Turfgrass
by Megan M. Kennelly Ken Obasa
EP164
Learn to spot and manage yellow patch, found primarily on golf course greens. 2-page, full color.Revision Date: Jul 2015
Watering New Lawns
by Ward Upham et al.
MF2802
The amount of water required to establish a lawn depends on soil moisture content, soil and air temperature, wind, and germination requirements of different grass species. 2-page, b/w.Published Date: Jan 2008
Watering Established Lawns
by Ward Upham et al.
MF2803
Tall fescue or bluegrass lawns must be watered regularly to keep them green. Buffalograss is the most drought-tolerant grass. Bermudagrass and zoysiagrass need less water. 2-page, b/w.Published Date: Jan 2008
Buffalograss Lawns
by Jared Hoyle Steven J. Keeley Matthew J. Fagerness
MF658
Buffalograss is a warm-season, native prairie grass that can be used for low-maintenance lawns and other turf areas. It requires less care than other lawn grasses and, once established, survives extreme heat, drought, and cold. Publication provides information on buffalograss uses, selection, care, and management. 4-page, color.Revision Date: Nov 2014
Zoysia Lawns
MF683
Zoysia is a warm season grass. It forms a dense sod from aboveground & underground runners. Zoysia is heat- & drought-resistant & winter hardy. It greens up later in spring than bluegrass.Revision Date: Sep 2001
Guide to Turfgrass Nutrient Recommendations: Based on K-State Soil Test Results
by Matthew J. Fagerness Steven J. Keeley David A. Whitney
MF2311
Soil testing is the basis of a sound lawn fertilization program. Routine application of unnecessary nutrients to grass can create imbalances.Published Date: Jan 1998
Fertilizing Kansas Lawns
MF2324
A fertilization program is tailored a lawn situation: soil fertility level, grass species, traffic on the grass, and effort of a homeowner.Revision Date: Jan 2001
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