Tag: thatch

Thatch control is crucial on golf course greens to help ensure a firm and fast playing surface year round Photo: STEC

Expert insights on controlling thatch on greens

April 15, 2025 By
Controlling thatch is essential for putting greens, but it's a balancing act that requires careful attention and work. ...

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Karl Danneberger, Ph.D

Turf MD: Dr. D notices a new summer agronomic problem

August 22, 2023 By
Karl Danneberger, Ph.D., notices an uptick in excessive thatch and organic matter associated with an overall decline in turf. ...

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There’s a thin line between an acceptable amount of thatch and a potentially damaging amount, according to experts. (Photo: John Deere)

Experts share why thatch control is critical to turfgrass health

March 20, 2023 By
Industry experts discuss the impact of thatch control on fairways and greens and why it's critical for turfgrass health on the course. ...

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Experts share tips to detatch your thatch

March 16, 2022 By
Some industry experts offer tips to minimize thatch growth and accumulation and say superintendents must bear in mind their “big picture” drivers. ...

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Thatch can be controlled by implementing practices such as topdressing, aerification and verticutting. (Photo: Bob Harper)

Experts’ Insights: Thatch meets its match

March 23, 2021 By
Manufacturers and superintendents alike explain the best practices that can be used to help control excessive thatch on golf courses. ...

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Turf MD: Keeping organic matter under control

June 26, 2020 By
Golfdom Science Editor Karl Danneberger, Ph.D., lays out how superintendents can keep organic matter and thatch under control. ...

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