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Weed Control in Home Lawns

by Ward Upham

MF2385

This publication outlines the basic concepts of weed control and provides a guide to the safe, effective use of herbicides for controlling lawn weeds. It includes tips for identifying common weeds and the best time for effective control. 8 pages, color.

Revision Date: Apr 2022

Bermudagrass Football Fields

by Matthew J. Fagerness Steven J. Keeley

MF2451

Bermudagrass is a vigorous, wear-tolerant, warm-season grass that provides an alternative to cool-season grasses for Kansas football fields. It has excellent heat and drought tolerance.

Published Date: Apr 2001

Turfgrass Mowing: Professional Series

by Jared Hoyle

MF2129

Mowing basics for professional turfgrass managers. Information on mowing height and frequency, clippings, mowing pattern, mower operation, blade sharpening, mower selection, maintenance, and safety. 4-page, color.

Revision Date: Apr 2017

Aerating Your Lawn

by Jared Hoyle Ross Braun

MF2130

Publication describes how and why to aerate lawns, with suggestions for equipment and timing. Aeration helps to provide plant roots with the oxygen needed for growth. 4-page, color.

Revision Date: Feb 2018

Thatch: A Hidden Lawn Concern

by Matthew J. Fagerness

MF2131

Thatch is not caused by grass clippings. It consists of: Surface roots, stems, and runners not removed by lawn mower. It is caused by: Frequent, shallow watering, excessive fertilization, etc.

Revision Date: Sep 2001

Kentucky Bluegrass Lawns

by Matthew J. Fagerness Steven J. Keeley

MF2262

Kentucky bluegrass is a cool-season turf grass that spreads by underground stems called rhizomes.

Revision Date: Nov 2000

Turfgrass Identification: Professional Series

by Jared Hoyle

MF2031

Information for turfgrass managers to help identify grasses by their vegetative characteristics. 4-page, color.

Revision Date: Jul 2017

Turfgrass Selection: Professional Series

by Jared Hoyle

MF2032

Information to help turfgrass managers select grasses appropriate for a particular environment. 4-page, color.

Revision Date: Jul 2017

Maintaining Good Lawns with Less Water

by Jared Hoyle Steven J. Keeley

MF2068

Did you know that about half of the water applied to lawns is wasted? This fact sheet offers tips on turfgrass selection, soil preparation, and maintenance practices to increase watering efficiency. 2-page, color.

Revision Date: Jan 2019

Recycling Grass Clippings

by Jared Hoyle

MF2110

Information for homeowners on why and how to recycle grass clippings. 2-page, color.

Revision Date: Apr 2017

Shade Tolerant Grasses

by Steven J. Keeley Matthew J. Fagerness

MF2128

Fact sheet that gives advice on maintaining a healthy lawn in the shade.

Revision Date: Nov 2000

Pythium Blight of Turfgrass

by Megan M. Kennelly

EP159

Pythium blight, or cottony blight, is a destructive turfgrass disease. Perennial ryegrass and tee- or fairway-height creeping bentgrass are common hosts. Tall fescue also can be infected. 3-page, color.

Published Date: Dec 2008

Bermudagrass Lawns

by Steven J. Keeley Matthew J. Fagerness

MF1112

Bermudagrass has many desirable qualities. It is the primary turf grass in the southern U. S. The potential for water savings with bermudagrass has caused a considerable increase in its use.

Revision Date: Sep 2001

Planting a Home Lawn

by Matthew J. Fagerness

MF1126

Planting a permanent, healthy lawn requires planning, time and work. Allow time for soil preparation. Measure area to be planted, and convert to square feet. Plant grass at the right time. 4-page.

Revision Date: Jan 2002

Mowing Your Lawn

by Jared Hoyle

MF1155

Mowing basics for homeowners. Includes information on mowing height and frequency, pattern, mower operation, maintenance, and safety. 4-page, color.

Revision Date: Apr 2017

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