Jon Hill Turf | What is Turf Grass and its Management
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Jon Hill Turf explains here all about the turfgrass and its management. Turfgrass means a collection of grass plants that form a ground cover. Jon Hill Turf is an expert in laying turf profession.
Jon Hill Turf | What is Turf Grass and its Management
- 2. What is turfgrass?What is turfgrass? Turf -- the plants in a ground cover and the soil in which the roots grow Turfgrass -- a collection of grass plants that form a ground cover.
- 3. Uses of TurfgrassUses of Turfgrass Ornamental Utility Athletic
- 4. Benefits of TurfgrassBenefits of Turfgrass Increase property value Control erosion Cooling effect/clean air Reduces player injuries
- 5. Types of TurfgrassesTypes of Turfgrasses Cool-season grasses grow best in a temperature range of 60-75. Warm-season grasses grow best in a temperature range of 80-95.
- 7. Warm Season GrassesWarm Season Grasses Bahiagrass Bermuda grass Carpetgrass Centipedegrass St. Augustinegrass Zoysia
- 8. Cool Season GrassesCool Season Grasses Buffalograss Bentgrass Fescue Kentucky Bluegrass Perennial Ryegrass
- 9. Establishing TurfgrassEstablishing Turfgrass Which way is the BEST way?
- 10. Common Methods of TurfgrassCommon Methods of Turfgrass EstablishmentEstablishment Seeding Sodding Plugging Sprigging
- 11. Turfgrass Establishment ByTurfgrass Establishment By SEEDSEED
- 12. Advantages:Advantages: Desired species or cultivars can be used The plants develop in the environment in which they must ultimately survive This method is LESS EXPENSIVE
- 13. Factors for Good Seed GerminationFactors for Good Seed Germination & Growth& Growth Live seeddont buy cheap seed Adequate moisture Sufficient soil warmth Adequate soil aeration
- 14. Steps in Seeding aSteps in Seeding a New LawnNew Lawn
- 15. #1. Site Preparation#1. Site Preparation Rough Grade; remove rocks and wood Apply herbicide to kill existing weeds Conduct a soil test Apply soil amendments as necessary Thoroughly mix amendments to a depth of 6 Finish grade the site
- 17. #2. Seed Selection#2. Seed Selection Select disease resistant varieties May be one single cultivar or a blend Buy certified seed
- 18. # 3. Planting# 3. Planting Read the Seed Label for application rate Tall fescue: 7-9 lb/1000 sq ft. Kentucky Bluegrass: 2-3 lb/1000 sq. ft. Sow Seed Uniformly sow with a broadcast spreader sow 1/2 in one direction; sow other half at 90 degree angles Avoid sowing too thickly
- 20. Assure good seed to soil contact Use a rake to lightly mix seed into top 1/4 of soil Roll lightly Apply a thin layer of straw Make sure adequate water is available Water frequently and lightly Important for root development
- 22. Turfgrass Establishment ByTurfgrass Establishment By Vegetative PropagationVegetative Propagation Sodding, Plugging, Sprigging
- 23. SoddingSodding Provides an instant lawn Includes grass plants and a thin layer of soil Sod is harvested in rolls
- 24. Things to RememberThings to Remember Sod is usually 18 wide, 6 long, 5/8 thick Comes in rolls or stacks Buy high quality = dense and free of weeds Should be installed 24 hours after cutting Steps in site prep same for seeding
- 26. Steps in Laying SodSteps in Laying Sod Prepare site Dampen planting area Position 1st piece along a straight edge Lay rolls in parallel manner, staggering the ends Adequate irrigation is a must
- 27. PluggingPlugging Plug = a small, 2-4 inch square or circular piece of sod Mainly used to establish sub-tropical grasses Plant plugs 6-8 inches apart Firm soil around plugsmaintain moisture
- 28. SpriggingSprigging Sprigs = pieces of turfgrass rhizomes or stolons with roots attached Install by making shallow furrows 2-3 inches deep and 10 to 18 inches apart Bermuda grass is typically established by sprigs