Reading a grass seed tag may seem like a simple task, but it holds the key to unlocking a world of vital information about the seed you’re considering for your next project. Understanding the various elements found on a grass seed tag is crucial in making an informed decision and ensuring successful seed establishment. From […]
A Step By Step Guide to Planting Grass Seed
One of the biggest aspects of curb appeal is the lawn. Whether it’s a commercial property or residential home, the lawn is an emerald litmus test for how much the property is cared for and maintained. This means it’s crucial for property owners to, at the very least, have healthy grass. Thankfully, our Lawn Care […]
6 Tips for Working Safely in the Heat
There’s something wonderful and freeing about working outdoors under blue skies, fresh air, and sunshine. However, this also means you and your crews are vulnerable to all types of weather, not just the idyllic and mild, which leads to bigger occupational hazards than the papercuts and cold coffee of a traditional office setting. Heat stress […]
Develop an Efficient Sports Field Maintenance Program
“Work smarter, not harder” isn’t just a snappy expression; it’s a useful philosophy that stresses the importance of being efficient, cost-effective, and diligent in whatever you do. And it’s definitely a practice that can and should be applied to sports turf management. Whether you manage a professional sports field or a small municipal or school […]
Golf Supplies, Turf & Landscaping
Optimal Root Growth to Help Beat the Summer Heat
When it comes to growing turf that can withstand the stresses of summer, it is important to start at the root… literally. The deeper the roots grow, the more access they have to water and nutrients, which enables the grass to grow and thrive. Furthermore, the roots of grasses anchor the plants in the soil […]
Golf Supplies, Turf & Landscaping
Reinders Recommendations: Golf Course Wetting Agents
Golf courses are expected to be a luxurious bounty of nature, from manicured even fairways for great playability to thick, lush roughs. As a golf course superintendent, maintaining your course’s turfgrass is an evolving challenge and you may find yourself in a battle over issues plaguing grass, particularly soil that doesn’t efficiently absorb water, leading […]
A Complete Guide to Managing Aquatic Weeds on Golf Courses
Beyond highlighting the beauty of nature, healthy water sources are beneficial to their environments and the people and animals surrounding them. For golf courses, a pond or stream not only offers visual variety and obstacles for golfers, but more importantly, it also stabilizes the surrounding soil and habitats for fish, other wildlife, and aquatic plants. […]
Efficient Nitrogen Usage for a Resilient Sports Field
Like every living thing, your turfgrass has specific nutritional requirements to ensure it remains healthy and resilient. When it comes to maintaining sports fields, a commonly overlooked step in the process is ensuring you are using enough nitrogen, a major nutrient in the turfgrass’ diet. Nitrogen is a key component of chlorophyll, the pigment that […]
Pre-Emergent Herbicide – Understanding When to Apply
As a landscape contractor, one of the most important steps in guaranteeing a healthy and attractive lawn for your clients is to prevent the growth of undesirable grasses before they can become a problem. Applying pre-emergent herbicides is an effective way to proactively eliminate them early on. Pre-emergent contains chemicals that work to inhibit the […]
Seedhead Suppression Tips to Set You Up for Success
Seedheads are widely regarded as undesirable in the golf course industry. They add uninviting brown and yellow tinges to the grass, creating unkempt appearances and negatively impacting your golfers’ experiences. Furthermore, they hinder the playability of your course. When seedheads begin to appear, they can add unwanted bumpiness to greens, influencing the roll of the […]