LAWN RENOVATION Rutherford County Schools RHS HORTICULTURE By
LAWN RENOVATION Rutherford County Schools • RHS HORTICULTURE • By Michael B. Shew 9/17/2020 1
THREE QUESTION’S TO ASK? • WHAT ARE THE REASONS FOR THE UNSATISFACTORY CONDITION OF THE TURF? • WHAT ARE THE SOLUTIONS TO THESE PROBLEMS? • HOW EXTENSIVE IS THE DAMAGE TO TURFGRASS? 9/17/2020 2
TURFGRASS EVALUATION • What is the dominant grass species? • What is the turf density? • What are the soil test results? • Shade: heavy, moderate, full sun. • Thatch layer to thick. 9/17/2020 3
EVALUATION CONTINUED • Mowing problems: cut to low, to high, not often enough, dull blade. • Soil compaction: severe, moderate, OK. • Water problems: poor drainage, shallow soil, excess drainage, incorrect irrigation practices. 9/17/2020 4
EVALUATION CONTINUED • WEED CONTROL: broadleaf and grasses, easy to control or hard to control weeds. • INSECTS & DISEASE: cutworms, ants, grubs, brown patch, dollar spot, rust, and many others. 9/17/2020 5
STEPS TO LAWN RENOVATION • Soil test • Turf evaluation • Decide method of renovation • Lime and fertilizer • Till or spray and kill existing grass • Aeration and de-thatching 9/17/2020 6
STEPS CONTINUED • Treat soil: top soil, pesticides, etc. • Level and drag if needed. • Sow seed, sprig or sod. • Mulch • Water • Mow 9/17/2020 7
YOU CAN HAVE A GOOD LAWN IF: • You maintain it properly. 9/17/2020 8
MAINTENANCE STEPS • Proper mowing • Fertilize regular • Over seed when needed • Aerate when needed 9/17/2020 9
MAINTENANCE STEPS • De-thatch yearly if needed • Weed, disease, and insect control when needed • Irrigation 9/17/2020 10
WHEN YOU ARE DONE GO- 9/17/2020 11
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