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Author(s):Rossi, Frank S.
Author Affiliation:Contributing editor, Golfweek's SuperNEWS and Associate Professor, Turfgrass Science, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York
Title:Plan now for smoother spring, summer
Section:Research on: Spring prep
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Source:Golfweek's SuperNEWS. Vol. 7, No. 20, November 11 2005, p. 20.
Publishing Information:Orlando, FL: Turnstile Publishing Company
# of Pages:1
Keywords:TIC Keywords: Heat stress; Summer patch; Take-all patch; Potassium; Nutrition; Root growth; Rooting; Protective covers; Soil temperature
Abstract/Contents:Discusses the process of preparing turf for winter, stating that it is "the key to a successful spring opening." Details plant nutrition and greens covers. States that "research on basic plant nutrition indicated that nitrogen is the driving force for promoting root growth, with other nutrients having little or no additional effect." Also states that "research shows that any air layer, similar to snow, creates an insulating effect and improves winter survival." Suggests that one "take the time [in] fall to establish a plan for solving...site problems with tree removal or soil modification."
Language:English
References:0
Note:Pictures, color
ASA/CSSA/SSSA Citation (Crop Science-Like - may be incomplete):
Rossi, F. S. 2005. Plan now for smoother spring, summer. Golfweek's SuperNEWS. 7(20):p. 20.
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