Turfgrass Installation, Management and Maintenance (P/L CUSTOM SCORING SURVEY) - Hardcover

Johns, Rodney

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0071410082 ISBN 13: 9780071410083

Publisher: McGraw Hill, 2003

Synopsis

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The complete illustrated source book for the Turfgrass industry--examining every aspect of turf establishment and maintenance and providing practical solutions to a multitude of problems and situations. Includes numerous tables, charts, photos, and line drawings.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KEEP TURFGRASS LOOKING ITS BEST!

Whether it's used as a football field, a golf course, or a suburban slice of heaven, turfgrass presents unique challenges to those charged with maintaining it. That's why if caring for lawns is part of your work -- or if you just want to make your yard stand out from the rest -- McGraw-Hill's Turfgrass Installation, Management, and Maintenance can help you do it right.

Written with insight by a leading landscaping professional, this fully illustrated guide examines every aspect of turf establishment and maintenance, offering practical solutions to a multitude of problems and situations. Included is comprehensive coverage of:

* Grass species
* Turf establishment and maintenance
* Soil types
* Pest management
* Pesticide application
* And much, much more!

Written with enough detail to satisfy the seasoned professional -- and yet still easily understood by the beginner -- Turfgrass Installation, Management, and Maintenance gives you the facts you need to keep things growing smoothly.

Includes:
* Soils
* Plant Biology
* Turf Grass Species
* Cultural Practices
* Turf Establishment
* Pesticide Application
* Pest Management
* Business Management Practices
* Out on the Golf Course
* Golf Greens
* Turf in the Landscape
* Commercial Lawn Care
* Homeowner Lawn Care
* Careers in Turf Grass

About the Author:

Rodney Johns (Canton, MO) served in the golf course business for 10 years prior to opening Arki-Tec Landscaping and Sales Company, LLC in 1995. He holds various degrees including Plant Science/Horticulture, Turf and Greenhouse Management. He serves on various advisory boards in industry and academia.

About this edition

• Publisher: McGraw Hill
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0071410082
• ISBN 13: 9780071410083
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 583