Tag: Homeowner

To Fertilize Lawns or not to Fertilize: That is the Question

For the vast majority of homeowners, resist the urge to fertilize now. Fertilizing now can encourage too much growth and could lead to problems later this summer such as poor root growth and disease. Additionally, since spring rains play havoc...

Fire up the Mower!

Now’s the time to get the mower out of the shed, make sure it starts and is ready to go when you need it in the next few weeks. Be sure to sharpen the blade and make sure the mower...

2004 Midwest Turf Expo

On behalf of the Turf Program and the Midwest Regional Turf Foundation (MRTF), I’d like to thank everyone who helped with and/or attended the 2004 Midwest Turf Expo last week at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. Some of the...

Purdue Alumni and Friends Reception at the GCSAA in San Diego

For those making the trip to San Diego for the GCSAA International Conference and Show, the Purdue Alumni and Friends Reception will be held Thursday, February 12, 6:00 to 8:00 pm in the Columbia Room on the San Diego Marriott...

Landscape Pesticide Application Equipment: A Guide to Selection and Calibration of Liquid Sprayers

Homeowners strive for beautiful and productive lawns, and sometimes, despite using good cultural practices, pests get the upper hand. When using pesticides to control pests it’s important to follow procedures and know how to use spraying equipment effectively.

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Lawncare Pesticide Application Equipment: A Guide to Selection and Calibration of Granular Spreaders

Not calibrating lawn application equipment is like placing a meal in an oven and setting the temperature randomly. If the over is too high, the food is overcooked; too low, and it undercooked. This publication describes the basics of calibrating lawn care pesticide application equipment.

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