Verdure: It’s getting cold out here November 2017 Recent research offers a close look at the effects of late-fall nitrogen applications on creeping bentgrass putting greens.
Kurapia performance in the low desert of Arizona October 2017 This non-invasive ground cover was evaluated for potential use as a replacement for turfgrass in non-play areas.
Verdure: Creeping into microbial activity October 2017 University of Maryland researchers evaluated the utility of natural organic fertilizers and amendments for creeping bentgrass establishment and maintenance.
Take-all root rot on the increase in the Carolinas September 2017 As take-all root rot has increased in the southern U.S., innovative cultural practices and new products for disease control are now at superintendents’ disposal.
Verdure: Poinsettias aren’t just for the holidays anymore June 2017 The hunt is always on to identify biologicals that can control or suppress sting nematodes, and a 2006 study focused on extracts from various plants.
Verdure: I’m gluten-intolerant May 2017 Researchers at Kansas State University examined the efficacy of corn gluten meal for weed control.
Black layer in turf: Causes and management June 2016 A look at the scientific research on black layer, its causes, and cultural practices for countering it.
Managing silvery-thread moss in golf course greens October 2015 Management practices for silvery-thread moss often conflict with cultural practices for greens. Researchers examine the interaction and offer advice on silvery-thread moss control.