“Lost in the Weeds” part 1
ID
SPES-441NP
This resource is available in a video format only.
"Calling Dr. Turf" is a series of training videos developed by the Virginia Tech Turfgrass Team detailing a variety of best management practices (BMPs) in lawn care for homeowners that ultimately provides a great looking, healthy turfgrass. By utilizing these BMPs the homeowner gains a healthy lawn and soil, and protects themselves, others, and the environment by employing simple, science-based management programs.
“Lost in the Weeds” part 1 finds the Turf Doctor detailing the principles of weed identification, their life cycle, and weed control concepts such as mechanical, preventative, and curative approaches.The Turf Doctor further explains how managing a healthy lawn through proper mowing and fertility programs and the use of soil tests is far more important in controlling weeds than any use of pesticides.
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Virginia Cooperative Extension is a partnership of Virginia Tech, Virginia State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and local governments. Its programs and employment are open to all, regardless of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or any other basis protected by law.
Publication Date
November 28, 2022
