Turfgrass Management
Collecting a Quality Soil Sample for Turfgrass
Soil testing is one of the most valuable tools available for making informed turfgrass management decisions. Rather than relying on guesswork, a soil test can...
Why Aerification Matters for Turfgrass in Kansas
Fall is a popular time for aerification of cool-season turfgrasses in Kansas. Whether managing a home lawn, athletic field, golf course, or other turf area,...
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Collecting a Quality Soil Sample for Turfgrass
Oct. 6, 2026Soil testing is one of the most valuable tools available for making informed turfgrass management decisions. Rather than relying on guesswork, a soil test can...
Why Aerification Matters for Turfgrass in Kansas
Sept. 9, 2026Fall is a popular time for aerification of cool-season turfgrasses in Kansas. Whether managing a home lawn, athletic field, golf course, or other turf area,...
Top Ten Garden Topics of the Week
Aug. 26, 2026The following list includes the top ten most frequently asked about topics for the week of August 17, 2026, and includes a link for more information.
Fall Fertility Considerations for Turfgrass in Kansas
Aug. 26, 2026As summer transitions into fall, many turf managers begin focusing on practices that can help turf recover from summer stress and maintain turf quality through...
Preparing Athletic Fields for Fall Sports: Key Steps Before the Season Begins
Aug. 5, 2026As summer winds down and fall sports seasons approach, athletic field managers across Kansas are entering one of the most important periods of the year. Now...
Summer Turf Wars: Battling Drought, Heat, and Seasonal Pests – Part 1. Drought & Heat Stress
July 22, 2026Summer in the transitional zone can be brutal on our cool-season (C3) turfgrasses. As air temperatures climb, these turfgrasses face a barrage of environmental...
