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It’s Time to Treat for Spring Dead Spot Caring for the Newly Seeded Lawn
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contents • Fall 2015
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9 Save These Dates!
10 Disease Rx
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Departments
MTC Golf Tournament for Turfgrass Research and Mid-Atlantic Turfgrass Conference & Tradeshow
It’s Time to Treat for Spring Dead Spot in Bermudagrass
Caring for the Newly Seeded Lawn
6 President’s Message 7 MTC Membership Application 8 From the MTC Executive Director 17 Index of Advertisers 17 University of MD Turf Team 18 Calendar of Events
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President’s Message
Ready, Set, HIKE! I
enjoy the fall season. Fall is always a very busy time on our sod farm. We are busy with harvesting and delivering our turfgrass. We are busy applying products to make the grass strong and healthy for the winter months. We are also busy feeding the cool-season turf fields. On top of all that, in the fall, we will till, grade and seed new sod fields for next year’s crop. But more importantly, fall is busy with football. I really enjoy football. I follow it from our local high school, college and the professional teams in our region. I loved playing it when I was younger. I still get out now with my kids and throw the ball around. The 2015–2016 football season is well underway. After a careful inspection of the stadium turf surfaces, I’ll pay attention to the game. It seems now all levels of the game are so much more prepared. The defenses are much more sophisticated and deceptive. The offensive plays are increasingly precise with their timing and routes. They have a balanced game plan to succeed. You know, during the off-season, the coaches are busy improving their game with new plays and strategies. The players will step up their game with intensive conditioning and by studying plays. All of us in the turf industry can do something in our upcoming off-season to improve our game as well. We owe it to ourselves to hone our skills and gain important turfgrass knowledge. In just a few months, slated for January 25–28, the Mid-Atlantic Turfgrass Expo (M-A-T-E) will offer educational sessions and a tradeshow in Fredericksburg, Virginia. M-A-T-E is a combined event between the Maryland and Virginia Turfgrass councils. All — 100% — of the profits go to support turf research at the University of Maryland and Virginia Tech. Dr. Tom Turner and Dr. Mike Goatley teamed up to provide impressive educational sessions. The tradeshow has expanded and will be better than ever. Turf Council board members from each state have been working hard to make this event happen. Please spread the word, and make plans to attend. Whether you are a golf course superintendent, sports turf manager, lawn care operator, parks and recs employee, school district rep., property manager, landscaper, sod producer or someone just interested in turf, there will be something there for you. There is simply no better way, so close to home, to prepare for the next season. Step up your game during the offseason with the Mid-Atlantic Turfgrass Expo. I’ll see you in Fredericksburg!
MARYLAND TURFGRASS COUNCIL 12 Pressie Lane | Churchville, MD 21028 ExecDir@MDTurfCouncil.com www.mdturfcouncil.org MTC Turf News is published quarterly for the MTC by: Leading Edge Communications, LLC 206 Bridge St. Franklin, TN 37064 615-790-3718 (phone) 615-794-4524 (fax) info@leadingedge communications.com
2015 Board of Directors PRESIDENT
2015 MTC President Central Sod Farms
VICE PRESIDENT
Geoffrey Rinehart National Arboretum Washington, D.C. Office: 202-245-5956 Cell: 253-592-3528 geoffrey.rhinehart@ ars.usda.gov
Jamie Roell Anne Arundel County Recreation & Parks Millersville, MD Office: 410-222-6250 Cell: 443-370-2582 rproel09@aacounty.org
SECRETARY/ TREASURER Cheryl A. Gaultney Churchville, MD Home: 410-836-2876 Cell: 410-322-8275 sandqueen10@aol.com
PAST PRESIDENT Lester Dubs Larchwood Landscape Co. Pasadena, MD Cell: 443-623-1745 ldubs@verizon.net Vernon W. Cooper P.O. Box 389 St. Michaels, MD Cell: 443-742-6618 Office: 410-745-9643 Fax: 410-745-8867 ExecDir@ MDTurfCouncil.com
Darren Fisher American Turf Davidsonville, MD Office: 410-721-1861 amturf2@gargener.com
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TWO-YEAR DIRECTORS Brian Gietka Fountain Head C.C. Hagerstown, MD Office: 301-739-4286 Cell: 410-218-0131 briangietka@gmail.com
ONE-YEAR DIRECTORS
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Les Phelps Phelps Lawn Care Pasadena, MD Office: 443-623-5472 phelpslawncare@ yahoo.com
Bill Warpinski Central Sod Farms Centreville, MD Office: 800-866-1387 Cell: 410-320-7791 bill@centralsodmd.com
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Bill Warpinski
Doug Lechlider Laytonsville Landscaping Laytonsville, MD Office: 301-253-1481 Cell: 240-372-2788 doug@laytonsville landscaping.com
Chuck Wilkes Pennington Seed Co. Laurel, MD Office: 800-732-3332 Cell: 240-319-0043 cwilkes@pennington seed.com
THREE-YEAR DIRECTORS Kimberly Bohn Newsom Seed Fulton, MO Office: 800-553-2719 kimberly@newsom seed.com Ben Ellis The Courses at Andrews Fort Washington, MD Cell: 571-340-0122 Office: 301-440-9882 benjamin.ellis@ aafbgc.com John Vickers Anne Arundel County Recreation & Parks Annapolis, MD Cell: 443-360-7129 Office: 410-222-6250 rpvick00@aacounty.org
MTC Membership Application _____________________________________________________________________ Name _____________________________________________________________________ Mailing Address (where you want MTC Turf News delivered) _____________________________________________________________________ City, State, Zip Code _____________________________________________________________________ Company Name
___ Individual Member.......................................................$50 ___ Student/Educator/Retiree..............................................$15 ___ Master Gardener/ Non-Profit Volunteer Member........$25 ___ Public Agency (all employees per county or location)...............................................*$75 ___ Business (circle one): (1 to 5 employees)*..................................... $175 (Bronze) (6 to 10 employees)*......................................$350 (Silver) (11 to 15 employees)*.................................... $500 (Gold) (15+ employees)*.................................... $1000 (Platinum)
_____________________________________________________________________ Company Address (if different from above)
* Submit employee names for membership cards to the MTC Executive Director.
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Amount Included $______________________________________ ___ Check made to MTC ___ Credit Card (MC or Visa)
_____________________________________________________________________ Email Address _____________________________________________________________________ Business Phone Cell Phone Additional Company Members: Please attach a listing of additional members. Detach and Send to: Maryland Turfgrass Council P.O. Box 389 • St. Michaels, MD 21663
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From the MTC Executive Director
Change If
there’s one thing that we, as turfgrass professionals in Maryland, can depend on, it’s change. Growing up in Maryland, one thing I often heard from my dad was, “If you don’t like the weather, just wait 20 minutes, and it will change,” and it’s amazing just how often this is correct. There’s no such thing as a “normal” summer, and all this variability not only presents a challenge for us but also makes the need for us to provide proper turfgrass management for our clients so important. Fortunately, we have one of the leading, if not the best, turfgrass research programs right here at the University of Maryland in College Park. I hope you were able to spend the afternoon of July 15 at the University of Maryland Summer Turfgrass Research Field Day when the most recent updates of the turf farm research were presented and discussed. Keep watching your MTC website for the dates of a Fall Turfgrass Research Field Day (Fall 2016) and the next Summer Turfgrass Research Field Day (Summer 2017). It’s impossible to attend one of these and not learn something, plus the networking and fellowship gain are impossible to place a value on. Although this research is not cheap, it is the primary function of the MTC to support the turfgrass program at the University of Maryland and to educate our members. The next opportunity to help the turfgrass research program while having a great day of networking and fellowship (concluding with a fabulous crab feast) is the annual MTC “Angie Cammarota” Golf Tournament at the Queenstown Harbor Golf Course – Lakes Course, on Tuesday, September 29, starting at 8:30 a.m. All proceeds go toward supporting the turfgrass program. You should have received a flier in the mail. Now is the time to get your team together and send in your registration. If you can’t attend but still want to help or wish to do more, consider being a Hole Sponsor or Contest Sponsor. If you don’t play golf, you’re still welcome to come join us for the crabs
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and fellowship. The crabs are always heaviest in the fall. Send your registration to Cheryl Gualtney, sandqueen10@aol.com or 410-322-8275. You also will want to get your registration in early for the First Annual M-A-T-E (Mid-Atlantic Turfgrass Exposition) Conference and Tradeshow slated for January 25–28, 2016. This is a joint effort of the MTC and the Virginia Turfgrass Council. There will be an expanded four-day conference of education and the largest tradeshow that we have ever seen in the Mid-Atlantic area. Perhaps the best part is that ALL PROFITS will go to the University of Maryland and Virginia Tech to further turfgrass research. Go to www.TurfConference .org to check out the fabulous program that Dr. Turner (UMD) and Dr. Goatley (VPI) have put together with the board of directors of the MTC and the VTC. Choose a day or two, or register for the entire conference. Three very reasonably priced motels are right next door to the Fredericksburg Conference Center, and parking is plentiful and FREE. Lunch is provided with registration for each day of the conference The expanded tradeshow has lots of new as well as returning vendors, but there are still a few spaces left. Would YOU like to be an exhibitor? Go to www.TurfConference.org to download the vendor forms and/or if you prefer become a sponsor. Remember, as an MTC member, you are entitled to discounts at the MTC events. Thanks to all those who have paid your dues, but it’s never too late to become a member. See page 7 for an application, or contact me for assistance at ExecDir@MDTurfCouncil.com or 410-745-9643. Keep the Green Side Up!
Vernon W. Cooper MTC Executive Director
Upcoming Events
September 29
January 25–28, 2016
MTC “Angie Cammarota” Golf Tournament for Turfgrass Research
Mid-Atlantic Turfgrass Expo (M-A-T-E)
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ark your calendar for September 29, when this year’s “Angie Cammarota” Golf Tournament will be held at Queenstown Harbor in Queenstown, MD. This annual event is held in fond memory of a true turfgrass professional and MTC member — Angelo Cammarota — in support of the University of Maryland turfgrass research projects. Watch your mailbox and email inbox for more information and instructions for registration. We look forward to seeing you here! •
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joint conference between the Maryland Turfgrass Council and the Virginia Turfgrass Council, this event has been designed for all segments of the Mid-Atlantic region’s turfgrass industry — golf, sports, lawns, sod production and parks and recreation. M-A-T-E highlights will include an expanded tradeshow (with demos on the tradeshow floor), an extensive education program for all turf managers and a half-day of training sponsored by Lawn and Landscape magazine. Best of all, 100% of the profits will go to the turfgrass research teams at the University of Maryland and Virginia Tech. Please join us at the Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center in Fredericksburg, VA. You won’t want to miss this! •
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Disease Rx
As Fall Approaches,
It’s Time to Treat for Spring Dead Spot in Bermudagrass By Joseph Roberts, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Turfgrass Pathology, University of Maryland
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the name implies, “spring dead spot” is a disease that occurs in the spring. However, fall is a critical time of year for preventing this devastating disease. The 2014– 2015 winter was harsh on warm-season turfgrasses in the Mid-Atlantic, and predictions for 2015–2016 appear similar. As the summer season comes to an end and temperatures begin to drop, here are some thoughts to consider in preventing this disease from wreaking havoc on your warm-season turf next spring.
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Multiple fungi cause spring dead spot. •O phiosphaerella korrae is primarily observed in California and eastern United States, including Maryland. • Ophiosphaerella herpotricha is primarily observed in the mid-western states, ranging from northern Texas to Kansas and east to Tennessee. • Ophiosphaerella narmari is primarily observed in Australia with a few exceptions in the United States.
Which turfgrasses are affected?
Spring dead spot is a disease of warmseason turfgrasses and is considered the most destructive disease of bermudagrasses managed in the transition zone. Although not as common, zoysiagrass and buffalograss can also become infected. Ophiosphaerella korrae is also known to infect some cool-season turfgrasses (i.e., bluegrasses and fescues), causing necrotic ring spot disease in temperate climates.
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Common symptoms associated with spring dead spot occurring on bermudagrass: (a) circular patches of bleached-white grass observed during dormancy break, and (b) weed encroachment commonly observed in affected areas.
Comparison of (a) healthy and (b) infected bermudagrass roots. Note that healthy roots are white and more pronounced, while infected roots exhibit darkening and discoloration.
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How does the disease occur? The fungi that cause spring dead spot are active when soil temperatures are between 50°F and 77°F. Root growth in bermudagrass slows significantly when soil temperatures decline below 60°F, allowing the fungus to compromise susceptible turfgrasses during periods of dormancy in autumn and spring months. Where infected, the conquered root system is then more susceptible to winter injury, and circular patches of bleached, dead grass will appear in the spring during dormancy break (Photo 1a). Turfgrass within these patches often exhibits black, necrotic roots, rhizomes and stolons (Photo 2b). The dead patches often require considerable time to recover, which primarily occurs as stolons spread into the patch. Consequently, weeds can successfully colonize these voids before complete recovery (Photo 1b). Even after recovery, new growth can appear stunted, since toxins produced by the fungus can persist in the soil. Without treatment, the circular patches can re-appear in subsequent years, while also increasing in size as the fungus successfully spreads. Symptoms are often worse in years where fall and spring rain events are high, since the moist soil conditions are ideal for fungal growth.
What are the best methods for preventing spring dead spot? As spring dead spot damage correlates with winter-injury, preparation for winter can go a long way toward reducing damage from this disease. Cold-tolerant bermudagrass varieties (i.e., ‘Latitude 36’ and ‘Patriot’) are less susceptible, but instances still exist where all bermudagrass varieties can become infected. With that in mind, sound cultural management that promotes winter hardiness will aid in preventing spring dead spot. Excessive thatch, compaction and poor soil drainage are all factors that limit turfgrass
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growth and encourage root diseases. Regular aerification multiple times each year can prevent spring dead spot and improve general turf quality. A well-timed fertilization in the summer to encourage rooting will help provide protection in the winter months. On the other hand, late-season nitrogen applications can encourage succulent aboveground growth and reduce winter hardiness, thereby increasing susceptibility to the spring dead spot pathogen. In trying to determine the need for additional nutrients like potassium, phosphorous and other micronutrients, have your soil analyzed, and make applications based on soil test results. Soil tests can identify deficiencies that may not be visible to the naked eye, so regular testing is useful in preventing multiple problems, including diseases such as spring dead spot. In addition to nutrient deficiencies, high soil pH is also conducive to spring dead spot development. Practices that maintain soil pH between 5.5 and 6 will reduce the severity of spring dead spot, without negatively impacting bermudagrass growth. If soil tests indicate high pH, use ammonium fertilizer sources (i.e., ammonium sulfate) that can reduce pH slowly, with little to no risk of turf injury. Previous research at the University of Maryland showed that long-term use of ammonium sulfate reduced spring dead spot in multiple cases. Fungicides can also be used to reduce spring dead spot symptoms. Previous reports highlight timing and fungicide selection as critical factors when trying to successfully manage this disease. Most reports show positive results from fall applications, since bermudagrass is entering dormancy and root zone temperatures are between 80°F and 60°F. Standish and Tomaso-Peterson (2015) reduced spring dead spot in Mississippi with two fall applications of azoxystrobin + propiconazole (i.e.,
Headway). Moreover, Earlywine and Miller (2015) observed improved recovery of spring dead spot symptoms in plots treated with two fall applications using a combination of tebuconazole + thiophanate methyl + propiconazole (i.e., Torque + 3336F + Strider). As with any root disease, it is best to apply fungicides to target the root system, which can be achieved by applying fungicides in a spray volume of greater than 4 gal. 1,000 ft2 or by irrigating (i.e., 1/4") immediately after applications applied at 2 gal. 1,000 ft2.
If symptoms are visible in spring, what is best for recovery? Once spring dead spot symptoms are present, it is important to be patient with recovery, since complete control is rarely achieved in a single season. Sound cultural practices that include well-timed fertilization and aerification to promote bermudagrass growth and prevent spring dead spot will also aid in recovery. Avoid over-fertilizing turf to promote recovery, as this can also reduce winter hardiness. Special care should be taken in the use of preemergent herbicides in spring, since some may slow bermudagrass recovery. Beck and others showed that oxadiazon (i.e., Ronstar) could be safely used while having no impact on spring dead spot recovery.
Summary Improved varieties of bermudagrass and zoysiagrass offer many advantages for use in the transition zone. However, spring dead spot can become a significant problem along with the colder temperatures experienced in the winter months. Sound cultural management practices that promote bermudagrass growth and winter hardiness are the best defense against this pathogen. Fungicides can offer some control, but timing is critical to achieve the best control. Questioning
an application related to disease? Contact the University of Maryland Turfgrass Research Program. •
References Beck, L.L., T. Cooper, A.J. Hephner, C.M. Straw, and G.M. Henry (2013). Effect of pre-emergence herbicides on bermudagrass recovery from SDS. Golf Course Manage. 81(7): 80-85. Butler, E.L. and L.P. Tredway (2005). Turfgrass – Managing Spring Dead Spot in Hybrid Bermudagrass. Factsheet, NC State. Dernoeden, P.H., J.N Crahay and D.B. Davis (1991). Spring dead spot and bermudagrass quality as influenced by nitrogen source and potassium. Crop Sci. 31:1674-1680. Earlywine, D. and G.L. Miller (2015). Evaluation of multiple fungicides in combination with a wetting agent for spring dead spot control on bermudagrass, 2013-2014. Plant Disease Management Report 9:T018. Martinez, A., J.B. Workman, and F.C. Waltz (2014). Identification and control of spring dead spot in Georgia. UGA Extension. Smiley, R.W., P.H. Dernoeden, and B.B. Clarke (2005). Compendium of Turfgrass Diseases. Third edition. Standish, J. and M. Tomaso-Peterson (2015). Evaluation of fall and spring headway applications for spring dead spot control in a ‘Tifdwarf’ putting green. Plant Disease Management Report 9:T024. Tredway, L.P., M. Tomaso-Peterson, P. Hunter, and N.R. Walker (2008). Spring Dead Spot of Bermudagrass: A Challenge for Researchers and Turfgrass Managers. http://www.apsnet. org/publications/apsnetfeatures/Pages/ Bermudagrass.aspx.
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Turf Talk
Caring for
The Newly Seeded Lawn By Thomas Turner, Ph.D., Turfgrass Specialist, University of Maryland
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ate summer and early fall (August 20 through October 15) is the ideal time in Maryland for the establishment of cool-season grasses such as tall fescue, Kentucky bluegrass and fine fescue. If you cannot irrigate, or if water restrictions are in effect, seeding between September 15 and October 15 may be preferable, in order to take advantage of cooler temperatures and the greater likelihood of rainfall. Seeding later than October 15 presents problems with the winter survival of turfgrass seedlings and with competition from winter annual broadleaf weeds, such as knawel and henbit. Seeding in the spring can present problems with competition from summer annual grass weeds, such as crabgrass, summer annual broadleaf such as knotweed and spurge, and reduced survival of young turfgrass plants when summer heat and drought begins. Although many people seed at the proper time, put much effort into proper soil preparation and select quality seed, some still find that the end product is not what they anticipated. Often, this failure is due to the initial lack of proper care after the seed has been sown. Proper care during the first two months after seeding is essential to obtain a healthy, dense stand of turfgrass that is resistant to weed encroachment and other problems, and for mini-
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mizing the potential for soil erosion. By following a few basic guidelines, the chances for establishing an attractive lawn with reduced pest problems will be greatly increased.
Irrigation One of the most critical factors for the successful establishment of new turfgrass seedings is maintaining adequate soil moisture until the grass is well established. Without moisture, germination and early seedling survival will be poor and may result in complete failure of the grass. The root system of young seedlings is shallow and poorly developed. Thus, maintaining moisture in the upper inch of the soil is especially important. The most likely times of the year to experience problems with excessive drying of the soil surface are late spring and summer. Keep in mind, however, that although rainfall and desirable temperatures are less of a problem in the fall and in early to mid-spring, soil can still easily dry out during these times of the year. The conditions that favor rapid drying of the soil surface include windy days, low humidity, high temperatures, sandy soils that retain little moisture and compacted soils that inhibit the infiltration of water. A combination of these factors can result in rapid turf loss due to drought.
The soil surface should be kept moist from the time of seeding until several weeks after the seed has germinated. When conditions favor rapid drying (see above), several light waterings (1/16" to 1/4" of water) per day may be needed to keep newly emerged seedlings from dying. As the seedlings develop and their root systems increase, the surface may be allowed to dry out, but the rootzone must still be kept moist. This may mean less frequent but somewhat more intensive irrigation. As the turf stand continues to develop to the point when mowing is required, the necessity for irrigation continues to decrease. The soil at this point should be firm enough to allow the use of a mower without its sinking into the turf. If the soil is too wet when the new turfgrass stand is first mowed,
ruts may be created or grass plants may be pulled out. Care must also be taken to not stop watering turfgrass mixtures too soon. Species that are quick to germinate and grow rapidly, such as perennial ryegrass and tall fescue, will establish quickly. Thus, the need for watering may be reduced at an earlier date than for slower-germinating and slower-growing grasses, such as Kentucky bluegrass. Seed is often sold that contains several species of grass, and such mixtures often contain both quickly and slowly establishing species. Care must be taken to maintain adequate moisture until the slowergrowing grass is established. For areas where irrigation is impractical or impossible, it is essential that a good weed-free mulch be used to reduce loss of soil moisture. Even with a mulch,
however, the loss of some seedling turf should be expected during adverse environmental conditions if no water is applied. A subsequent overseeding of thin areas may be necessary. Although it is less often a cause of failure, excess water from either rainfall or irrigation can also lead to problems. The most common effects of overwatering are soil erosion, ponding of water (which leads to suffocation or scalding of young grass) and disease problems. Proper grading of the soil during establishment can greatly minimize these types of problems. Avoid watering past the point at which water starts to pond or to run off the site. This point will occur sooner on clay soils and compacted soils. Also, especially in late spring and summer, avoid watering at night. Several seed-
ling diseases that can kill entire stands of young grass are substantially worse when leaf blades remain wet throughout the night.
Fertilization Soil tests should have been obtained prior to seeding so that the proper amounts of limestone and fertilizer were applied to the seedbed. If the recommendations were followed, no additional fertilizer should be needed for 45 to 60 days after seeding. After this initial establishment period, fertilize according to state nutrient management recommendations.
Mowing Poor mowing practices are a primary cause for the decline of home lawns,
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and proper mowing is just as important for a young lawn as for an established lawn. The basic practices are virtually the same: • Be sure to use a mower with a sharp blade so that sensitive seedlings are not shredded or pulled out. • Do not mow when the air temperature is over 90°F or if the soil is not firm enough to support you and the mower. • Mow the new grass when it is no more than 0.75" taller than the height you cut your lawn (if the mower is set at 2.5", mow before the grass gets to 3.25"). • Do not mow the grass too short. Grasses such as tall fescue, fine fescue and Kentucky bluegrass should be mowed no lower than 2" (preferably 2.5" to 3.5"). • Low mowing heights will allow many weeds to get a foothold in a young
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grass stand. Higher mowing heights provide more competition against weeds and can greatly reduce weed encroachment.
Remove Fallen Leaves One of the problems that should be addressed on fall turfgrass seeding is the damage that fallen leaves can do. An excess of leaves on the lawn surface can smother and greatly weaken young plants. Leaves should be routinely removed by light raking or by a leaf blower. If the leaf cover is not too excessive, pulverized leaves (from using a mulching mower) can be left on the lawn.
Weed control Weed control in newly seeded turf may be necessary if competition is severe.
Under some conditions, weeds are so aggressive that the grass never has a chance to get established. Weeds are more likely to be a problem in spring seedings and mid- to late fall seedings. If weeds are so extensive that hand pulling is not practical, the use of a herbicide may be warranted. Generally, broadleaf weed herbicides should not be applied until the new turf has been mowed two or three times. Control of annual grasses (crabgrass and goosegrass) is more difficult because most preemergence annual grass herbicides cannot be applied until young turf is well rooted and has been mowed at least four times. Siduron is an exception and can be applied at the time of spring seeding for annual grass control. Several herbicides are labeled for postemergence control of summer annual grasses in young turfgrass stands. Follow label directions carefully for their use. •
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Smith Seed Services.........................................18 www.smithseed.com
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University of Maryland Turfgrass Team
Pete Dernoeden, Ph.D. Professor Emeritus University of Maryland College Park, MD 301-405-1337 pd@umd.edu
Tom Turner, Ph.D. Dept. of Plant Science & Landscape Architecture University of Maryland College Park, MD 301-403-4431 tturner@umd.edu
Mark Carroll, Ph.D. Dept. of Plant Science & Landscape Architecture University of Maryland College Park, MD 301-405-1339 mcarroll@umd.edu
Kevin Mathias, Ph.D. Institute of Applied Ag. University of Maryland College Park, MD 301-405-4692 jkm@umd.edu
Joseph Roberts, Ph.D. Dept. of Plant Science & Landscape Architecture College Park, MD 301-405-4355 robertsj@umd.edu
Dave Funk Manager, Paint Branch Turfgrass Research Facility University of Maryland College Park, MD 301-403-8195 dfunk@umd.edu Fall 2015
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Turfgrass Calendar
September 29
November 6–9
January 25–28, 2016
MTC’s Angie Cammarota Golf Tournament for Turfgrass Research
ASLA – Annual Meeting & Expo
Mid-Atlantic Turfgrass Expo
(American Society of Landscape Architects) McCormick Place Chicago, IL
(a joint conference between the Maryland Turfgrass Council and Virginia Turfgrass Council) Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center Fredericksburg, VA
Queenstown Harbor G.C. Queenstown, MD
October 21–23 PLANET Green Industry Conference Louisville, KY
October 22–24 GIE+Expo — Green Industry Equipment Expo and School of Grounds Management Kentucky Expo Center Louisville, KY
January 6–8, 2016 Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show (MANTS) Baltimore Convention Center Baltimore, MD
January 19–22, 2016 STMA Conference and Exhibition San Diego Convention Center San Diego, CA
February 6–11, 2016 Golf Industry Show San Diego Convention Center San Diego, CA
February 22–25, 2016 TPI International Education Conference & Field Day (Turfgrass Producers Intl.) Hyatt Regency Houston Houston, Texas
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