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Publication Type:
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Author(s): | Trenholm, Laurie |
Author Affiliation: | Associate Professor, Extension Turfgrass Specialist, Environmental Horticulture Department, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida |
Title: | The shady business of growing turfgrass in the shade |
Section: | Turfgrass basics Other records with the "Turfgrass basics" Section
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Source: | Florida Turf Digest. Vol. 25, No. 5, September/October 2008, p. 26-27. |
Publishing Information: | Winter Haven, FL: Harvest Publishing Corp. for the Florida Turfgrass Association |
# of Pages: | 2 |
Keywords: | TIC Keywords: Turfgrasses; Shade; Shade resistance; Choice of cultivar; Mowing height; Fertilization; Irrigation; Traffic; Weed control; Trees; Competition
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Abstract/Contents: | Offers suggestions for growing turfgrass in the shade, stating that "each lawn's sunlight-to-shade ration is different. Sometimes portions of a lawn are in full sunlight, while other portions may be shaded." Explains that "a grass that does not get enough light will have long, spindly leaf blades and stems, because it is working overly hard to obtain sunlight." Briefly profiles turfgrass species that may be suitable for growth in the shade, including St. Augustinegrass and zoysiagrass. Discusses "specific management practices" that may help promote turf growth in the shade, including increasing mowing height; reducing fertilizer applications; irrigating as needed; avoiding heavy traffic; and monitoring for weeds. Notes that "grasses growing under trees are subjected to more than just shade stress. These grasses must compete with tree roots for soil space, water, oxygen and nutrients." Concludes that "growing some species and cultivars in partial shade is certainly possible. Most warm-season grasses will perform well as long as they receive at least eight hours of sun each day." |
Language: | English |
References: | 0 |
Note: | Pictures, color |
| ASA/CSSA/SSSA Citation (Crop Science-Like - may be incomplete): Trenholm, L. 2008. The shady business of growing turfgrass in the shade. Fla. Turf Dig. 25(5):p. 26-27. |
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