Each nutrient brings its own specialty to the soil profile and, ultimately, to the adept superintendent’s management practices. Knowing the roles of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium – often abbreviated as NPK – in the soil profile takes a superintend…
Hot and (potentially) heavy
Heat and humidity are major factors in determining the severity of an anthracnose outbreak, and initial weather forecasts could spell a long, hot summer for superintendents. Turf specialist Dr. James A. Murphy says anthracnose is an opportunistic pest,…
Tall timing: Why it’s wise to look far ahead when planting new trees on a golf course.
Trees are an important part of the infrastructure at many golf facilities. They frame holes and dictate the line of play while providing golfers with much-desired shade. It’s no secret that trees can become problematic on a golf course, but they are un…