Turfgrass cover can be assessed qualitatively using visual ratings, but quantitative turfgrass
cover measurements are desired for producing unbiased data. Digital image analysis and …

Core Ideas This study provides evidence that K deficiency can increase anthracnose
severity of annual bluegrass turf. Deficiency can be identified with testing of mat layer and …

The annual bluegrass weevil (ABW) is a pest of fine turfgrass, but recent research has found
that withholding insecticides for ABW control can reduce annual bluegrass cover. The …

The annual bluegrass weevil (ABW; Listronotus maculicollis Kirby) host preference for
annual bluegrass (Poa annua L.) is well documented, but ABW efficacy for annual bluegrass …

Acidity is an environmental pressure shaping the fitness of soil for plants including
turfgrasses. Details on pH and its measurement appear in the plant literature but specifics on …

Golf courses serve a variety of needs in their local communities. Winter damage of golf
course turfgrass can have a severe impact on the playing conditions and financial …

This chapter highlights possible approaches of integrated stress management related to
nutrient management to successfully overcome or reduce putting green stresses. Putting …

Anthracnose is a turfgrass disease caused by the fungal pathogen Colletotrichum cereale
Manns and can cause severe damage to annual bluegrass putting greens. Most turfgrass …

Nitrogen (N), the most limiting plant nutrient factor, has been investigated thoroughly for
different turfgrasses since turfgrass science and management started. The balanced use of …

Non-food and non-fiber grasses are important to human beings, including ornamental
grasses and turfgrasses. In order to discuss the topic thoroughly, turfgrass stresses are …