A common goal shared by most turfgrass
managers is to establish and maintain a vigorous, high quality,
attractive turf. Limiting the deleterious effects of insects, disease-inciting
pathogens and weeds and promoting desirable growth through proper
watering, fertilization, mowing and cultural practices, are necessary
components of a balanced turfgrass management program
| Turfgrass Weed Management |
Weeds are
the major pests on many turfgrass sites. Weeds compete
with turfgrasses for growing space, sunlight, soil moisture,
and plant nutrients. Additionally, weeds detract from
the natural beauty of turfgrasses due to differences
in color, size, shape, and growth habit. Weeds species
such as lawn burweed (Soliva pterosperma) and khakiweed
(Alternanthera pungens) produce fruit with sharp-tipped
spines and can cause injuries to humans. On golf courses,
goosegrass (Eleusine indica) and other weeds disrupt the
uniform surface of putting greens and interfere with
ball roll |
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strategies are dependent upon correctly identifying
the problem weed, its life cycle and preferred habitat.
Weed species differ in their susceptibility to herbicides
and other weed control strategies. |
Weed Management
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| Turfgrass Diseases Management |
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| Turfgrass Insect Management |
Integrated
Pest Management (IPM) in the landscape is a holistic
program of plant health care that shifts the focus from
pesticide use to developing a healthy, vigorous and
beautiful landscape. The goal is to avoid rather than
treat pest problems on plants by providing the growing
environment the landscape plants require to ward off
pests.
Proper diagnosis is critical to effectively
manage pest problems on ornamentals and turf. It's important
to remember that only about 3 percent of insects that
occur in turf or ornamentals are pests. The ability
to identify both pests and beneficials that reside in
managed landscapes is necessary to achieve good pest
management.
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The purpose of this site is to help
the visitor become familiar with both pest and beneficial
insects that commonly occur. |
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