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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
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
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
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
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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