Establishing bermudagrass from seed offers turfgrass managers greater flexibility in renovation timing, simpler soil preparation and potential cost savings compared to using sod or sprigs. Read more»

This study underscores the importance of regionally characterizing nematode species to improve management strategies. Read more»

Researchers at Purdue University evaluated the irrigation requirements of six cool-season turfgrass species and ten cultivars utilizing two distinct irrigation methods. Read more»

Fairways are some of the largest areas of irrigated golf course turf. Although regions like the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic and Northeast (where creeping bentgrass is widely used) are considered “humid,” acute Read more»

Bermudagrass (Cynodon dactylon) is the choice for golf course fairways and tees in the South and in the Transition Zone because it tolerates close mowing (less than 3/4 inch) and Read more»

The availability of water to properly maintain turf is one of the biggest resource challenges superintendents presently face, and it will present additional challenges for decades. Further, as superintendents evaluate Read more»