Turfgrass Management and Cultural Practices

John Kaminski, Ph.D.

Course Description

Procedures, materials, and equipment used for turfgrass maintenance and establishment.

The following topics are covered.

  • Introduction + Types of Turfgrass
  • The Turfgrass Environments
  • Cultural Practices - Turfgrass Mowing
  • Field Trip - Turfgrass Tour
  • Cultural Practices - Turfgrass Fertilization
  • Cultural Practices - Turfgrass Cultivation
  • Field Trip - Turfgrass Research Facilities
  • Cultural Practices - Turfgrass Irrigation
  • Field Trip - Turfgrass Equipment
  • Turf Math
  • Spreader Calibration
  • Turfgrass Soils
  • Soil, Water, and Their Relationships

Points: 4
Term Offered:
Fall

Required Text:
Turfgrass Management. Turgeon, A.J. Ninth edition. Pearson.