Turfgrass Maintenance

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What is the preferred height for mowing grass?

Back

Grass should be mowed when it reaches 50% higher than the preferred height.

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What nutrient is essential for physiological processes, overall hardiness, and vigor in turfgrass?

Back

Potassium is needed for physiological processes, overall hardiness, and vigor.

Front

Which nutrient promotes healthy roots and seed production in turfgrass?

Back

Phosphorous promotes healthy roots and seed production.

Front

What type of mower cuts the grass blade by sucking and tearing it with a helicopter motion?

Back

Rotary mowers cut the blade by sucking and tearing the grass blade.

Front

True or False: All turfgrasses should be mowed at the same height.

Back

False. Different turfgrasses have different preferred mowing heights.

Front

What is the role of nitrogen in turfgrass maintenance?

Back

Nitrogen is crucial for promoting leaf growth and overall green color.

Front

What is the importance of soil pH in turfgrass maintenance?

Back

Soil pH affects nutrient availability and overall grass health.

Front

What is the recommended mowing height for cool-season grasses?

Back

Cool-season grasses are typically mowed at a height of 2.5 to 4 inches.

Front

What is the purpose of aeration in turfgrass maintenance?

Back

Aeration helps relieve soil compaction and improves water and nutrient absorption.

Front

What is the best time to fertilize warm-season grasses?

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Warm-season grasses are best fertilized in late spring to early summer.