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| Web URL(s): | https://archive.lib.msu.edu/tic/bulls/article/1983nov6.pdf
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| Author(s): | Fizzell, James |
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| Author Affiliation: | University of Illinois Extension Service |
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| Title: | Soil interfaces |
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| Column Name: | On turf
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| Source: | The Landscape Contractor [Illinois]. May 1983, p. 10-11. |
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| Publishing Information: | St. Charles, IL: Illinois Landscape Contractor's Association |
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| # of Pages: | 2 |
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| Keywords: | TIC Keywords: Soil interfaces; Soil layering; Sandy soils; Silty soils; Clay soils; Loam soils; Peat soils; Drainage; Rooting capacity; Thatch accumulation; Disease control; Thatch decomposition; Thatch control; Compaction; Physical properties of soil
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| Abstract/Contents: | Defines an interface related to horticulture, as "a layering of dissimilar soils or soil-like materials that forms a boundary between the plant material and soil beneath it." Describes the characteristics of various soil types, including sand, silt, clay, loam, and peat soils. Explains that "problems occur when soil materials with different porosity and drainage characteristics meet, forming an interface. Moisture and air movement are impeded, as is the development of roots through the interface." Suggests that "primary in control of interfacing problems is prevention." Offers recommendations that may help prevent interace problems, including tilling to alleviate compaction, matching soils, and establish an earthworm population. |
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| Language: | English |
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| References: | 0 |
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| Note: | Reprint appears in The Bull Sheet, 37(6) November 1983, p. 6-7
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| ASA/CSSA/SSSA Citation (Crop Science-Like - may be incomplete):
Fizzell, J. 1983. Soil interfaces. Midwest Landscaping. p. 10-11. |
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