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Web URL(s):http://sturf.lib.msu.edu/article/2008may16.pdf
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Author(s):Pula, Chuck
Author Affiliation:Director, Parks and Recreation, Winter Springs, Florida
Title:Using paspalum: One manager's pros and cons
Section:Field science
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Source:SportsTurf. Vol. 24, No. 5, May 2008, p. 16-17.
Publishing Information:Chicago, IL: Bev-Al Communications (m2media360)
# of Pages:2
Keywords:TIC Keywords: Paspalum; Pros and cons; Wear resistance; Turfgrass profile; Drought resistance; Root growth; Fertilizers; Insect resistance; Mowing frequency; Mowing height; Salts; Encroachment; Growth factors; Irrigation rates; Aeration
Abstract/Contents:Discusses the potential advantages and disadvantages of using varieties of paspalum. Mentions that paspalum is durable; "grows well with under an inch height of cut"; "doesn't need as much herbicide as bermuda"; and that "drought tolerance is good." Also mentions that paspalum "doesn't grow as good in sand material" and "likes to be aerated a lot."
Language:English
References:0
See Also:Other items relating to: Disasters - Drought
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Pula, C. 2008. Using paspalum: One manager's pros and cons. SportsTurf. 24(5):p. 16-17.
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