Posted: Friday, March 23, 2007

Spring Broadleaf Weed Control in Virginia’s Lawns

Warm spring temperatures lead to a resurgence in growth from our lawns as well as our broadleaf weeds. What steps can we take to maximize weed control while protecting our turf and our environment? This podcast details best management practices in spring broadleaf weed control.
Related Extension Publications

• Spring and Summer Lawn Management Considerations for Cool-Season Turfgrasses
• Spring and Summer Lawn Management Considerations for Warm-Season Turfgrasses

Posted: Friday, March 23, 2007

“Spring” Into Your Turf: Lawn Fertility

Longer days and warming temperatures accompany a renewed interest in the lawn and landscape, and one of the first things most homeowners desire is a lush, dark green lawn. This is most often achieved by way of spring fertilization, but how much fertilizer is appropriate in balancing the aesthetics of the lawn versus overall turf health (and possibly even environmental concerns)?

Related Extension Publications

• Spring and Summer Lawn Management Considerations for Cool-season Turfgrasses
• Spring and Summer Lawn Management Considerations for Warm-season Turfgrasses

Posted: Monday, March 05, 2007

Spring Crabgrass Control in Virginia’s Lawns

This podcast details the steps in selection, timing, and proper use of preemergent herbicides to control crabgrass in both warm and cool-season lawns.
Related Extension Publications

• Spring and Summer Lawn Management Considerations for Cool-Season Turfgrasses
• Spring and Summer Lawn Management Considerations for Warm-Season Turfgrasses

Podcast Episode Related Documents

• Spring PRE Crabgrass Control Handout