http://www.weblogs.cals.vt.edu/turf_garden/ en AHNRIT, Virginia Tech Turf and Garden Tips AHNRIT, Virginia Tech Listen to turf experts talk about lawn grass selection, proper planting or seeding techniques, timing and rates for proper fertilization and irrigation, and proper mowing techniques for home lawns. Hear horticulture experts talk about plant selection, proper planting techniques, fertilization, irrigation, and pruning for home landscape plantings and flower beds. College of Agriculture and Life Sciences aghelp@vt.edu http://www.cals.vt.edu/ee/images/uploads/podcasts/vt_cals_podcast_120.jpg http://www.weblogs.cals.vt.edu/turf_garden/ Mike Goatley This podcast details the identification and appropriate chemical control strategies for one of spring's most troublesome and painful lawn weeds: spurweed (also called lawn burrweed).   Fri, 16 May 2008 11:32:01 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/Spurweed.mp3 Lawns,lawn burrweed, sticky grass, spring weed, turfgrass, Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Spurweed—a Lawn Pest that Truly is a ‘Pain’! Additional Extension Publication for Spurweed—a Lawn Pest that Truly is a ‘Pain’!. This podcast details the identification and appropriate chemical control strategies for one of spring's most troublesome and painful lawn weeds: spurweed (also called lawn burrweed).   http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/pmg/hga5.pdf Fri, 16 May 2008 11:32:01 EST Lawns,lawn burrweed, sticky grass, spring weed, turfgrass, Mike Goatley This podcast details the identification and control alternatives for two important spring lawn diseases (Red Thread and/or Pink Patch).  The brightly colored fungal threads that appear on the turf during persistent cool, wet conditions generate a lot of attention by both homeowners and lawn care professionals alike.  Fri, 16 May 2008 10:00:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/RedThread.mp3 Lawns,spring, disease, perennial ryegrass, Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue Mike Goatley Podcast Related Publication for Red Thread and Pink Patch in Cool-season Lawns Podcast Related Publication for Red Thread and Pink Patch in Cool-season Lawns. This podcast details the identification and control alternatives for two important spring lawn diseases (Red Thread and/or Pink Patch).  The brightly colored fungal threads that appear on the turf during persistent cool, wet conditions generate a lot of attention by both homeowners and lawn care professionals alike.  /uploads/File/RedThread.pdf Fri, 16 May 2008 10:00:00 EST Lawns,spring, disease, perennial ryegrass, Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Red Thread and Pink Patch in Cool-season Lawns Additional Extension Publication for Red Thread and Pink Patch in Cool-season Lawns. This podcast details the identification and control alternatives for two important spring lawn diseases (Red Thread and/or Pink Patch).  The brightly colored fungal threads that appear on the turf during persistent cool, wet conditions generate a lot of attention by both homeowners and lawn care professionals alike.  http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/pmg/hga5.pdf Fri, 16 May 2008 10:00:00 EST Lawns,spring, disease, perennial ryegrass, Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue Mike Goatley There is nothing done more frequently in landscape maintenance than mowing the lawn, and nothing that is done with a greater frequency of mistakes either!  This podcast details some of the most critical mistakes commonly made in mowing turf and how you can avoid them in your quest for a great looking, healthy lawn. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 07:43:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/MowLikeaPro1May2006.mp3 Lawns,rotary mower, reel mower, clip, turf, turfgrass, scalp, cutting height Mike Goatley Podcast Related Publication for Mow Like a Pro Podcast Related Publication for Mow Like a Pro. There is nothing done more frequently in landscape maintenance than mowing the lawn, and nothing that is done with a greater frequency of mistakes either!  This podcast details some of the most critical mistakes commonly made in mowing turf and how you can avoid them in your quest for a great looking, healthy lawn. /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/MowLikeaProHandout(1).pdf Tue, 22 Apr 2008 07:43:00 EST Lawns,rotary mower, reel mower, clip, turf, turfgrass, scalp, cutting height Mike Goatley This podcast details the principles in selecting and applying the appropriate herbicides to control existing weeds in lawns as active turf growth resumes in the spring. Fri, 11 Apr 2008 14:26:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/Spring_Broadleaf_Weed_Control_2008.mp3 Lawns,broadleaf weeds, dandelion, clover, plantain, annual bluegrass, Poa, herbicide, label, POST, PRE Mike Goatley Podcast Related Publication for Spring Postemergent Lawn Weed Control Podcast Related Publication for Spring Postemergent Lawn Weed Control. This podcast details the principles in selecting and applying the appropriate herbicides to control existing weeds in lawns as active turf growth resumes in the spring. /uploads/File/Postemergent Spring Weed Control 2008.pdf Fri, 11 Apr 2008 14:26:00 EST Lawns,broadleaf weeds, dandelion, clover, plantain, annual bluegrass, Poa, herbicide, label, POST, PRE Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Spring Postemergent Lawn Weed Control Additional Extension Publication for Spring Postemergent Lawn Weed Control. This podcast details the principles in selecting and applying the appropriate herbicides to control existing weeds in lawns as active turf growth resumes in the spring. http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/pmg/hga5.pdf Fri, 11 Apr 2008 14:26:00 EST Lawns,broadleaf weeds, dandelion, clover, plantain, annual bluegrass, Poa, herbicide, label, POST, PRE Mike Goatley This podcast describes the steps in choosing and applying fertilizers to lawns in ways that result in a healthy, great looking lawn. Particular emphasis is placed on the selection of nitrogen sources that best suit the homeowner's needs.  Fri, 4 Apr 2008 09:03:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/Spring_fertilization_tips_2008.mp3 Lawns,water soluble nitrogen, water insoluble nitrogen, soil test, nitrogen rates, nitrogen levels Mike Goatley This podcast details the importance of using certified seed and sod when planting lawns, appropriate seeding rates, and how to achieve long-term success by proper soil tillage, fertilization, irrigation, and mowing. Fri, 4 Apr 2008 08:39:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/Spring_Lawn_Establishment_Tips_2008.mp3 Lawns,seed, cultivars, sod, certified , Mike Goatley This podcast details cultural and chemical (both synthetic and organic) approaches in spring crabgrass control in homelawns, plus it highlights how to best time and treat product applications to maximize product effectiveness. The accompanying handout details specific preemergent herbicides available to homeowners.  Tue, 11 Mar 2008 16:17:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/BMPsinCrabgrass_Control.mp3 Lawns,Preemergent, forsythia, benefin, trifluralin, dithiopyr, pendimethalin, prodiamine, corn gluten meal Mike Goatley Podcast Related Publication for Best Management Practices in Spring Crabgrass Control in Lawns Podcast Related Publication for Best Management Practices in Spring Crabgrass Control in Lawns. This podcast details cultural and chemical (both synthetic and organic) approaches in spring crabgrass control in homelawns, plus it highlights how to best time and treat product applications to maximize product effectiveness. The accompanying handout details specific preemergent herbicides available to homeowners.  /uploads/File/Preemergent Crabgrass Herbicides for Homeowner.pdf Tue, 11 Mar 2008 16:17:00 EST Lawns,Preemergent, forsythia, benefin, trifluralin, dithiopyr, pendimethalin, prodiamine, corn gluten meal Mike Goatley Whether you are a "do it yourselfer" in homelawn management or you employ a professional lawn care operator, there are basic management strategies to follow to ensure the environment is protected. Lawns do far more for the environment than simply looking good, but if they are not managed properly, they can result in pollution. This podcast details basic questions and concerns that both lawn care professionals and homeowners should consider when planning a lawn management strategy for this year (photo courtesy of VT Pesticide Programs). Tue, 11 Mar 2008 15:53:01 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/YourLawnandtheEnvironment.mp3 Lawns,choosing a lawn care company, soil testing, water quality Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Your Lawn and The Environment Additional Extension Publication for Your Lawn and The Environment. Whether you are a "do it yourselfer" in homelawn management or you employ a professional lawn care operator, there are basic management strategies to follow to ensure the environment is protected. Lawns do far more for the environment than simply looking good, but if they are not managed properly, they can result in pollution. This podcast details basic questions and concerns that both lawn care professionals and homeowners should consider when planning a lawn management strategy for this year (photo courtesy of VT Pesticide Programs). http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/turf/430-532/430-532.pdf Tue, 11 Mar 2008 15:53:01 EST Lawns,choosing a lawn care company, soil testing, water quality Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Your Lawn and The Environment Additional Extension Publication for Your Lawn and The Environment. Whether you are a "do it yourselfer" in homelawn management or you employ a professional lawn care operator, there are basic management strategies to follow to ensure the environment is protected. Lawns do far more for the environment than simply looking good, but if they are not managed properly, they can result in pollution. This podcast details basic questions and concerns that both lawn care professionals and homeowners should consider when planning a lawn management strategy for this year (photo courtesy of VT Pesticide Programs). http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/turf/430-533/430-533.pdf Tue, 11 Mar 2008 15:53:01 EST Lawns,choosing a lawn care company, soil testing, water quality Mike Goatley This podcast discusses how two perennial warm-season weeds in cool-season lawns (nimblewill and bermudagrass) can lead one to think that portions of their lawn has died over the winter months. These warm-season grasses go dormant at first killing frost, and while nothing can be done to control them during the winter, plans can be made for chemical control strategies for the coming season.  Wed, 13 Feb 2008 11:34:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/LawnDiedThisWinterSecondEffort.mp3 Lawns,nimblewill control, bermudagrass control, wiregrass control, mesotrione, triclopyr, fluazifop Mike Goatley Podcast Related Publication for I Think My Lawn Has Died This Winter Podcast Related Publication for I Think My Lawn Has Died This Winter. This podcast discusses how two perennial warm-season weeds in cool-season lawns (nimblewill and bermudagrass) can lead one to think that portions of their lawn has died over the winter months. These warm-season grasses go dormant at first killing frost, and while nothing can be done to control them during the winter, plans can be made for chemical control strategies for the coming season.  /uploads/File/nimblewill_bermuda_ID_Feb_14_2008.pdf Wed, 13 Feb 2008 11:34:00 EST Lawns,nimblewill control, bermudagrass control, wiregrass control, mesotrione, triclopyr, fluazifop Mike Goatley The use of ice melt chemicals is essential for motorist and pedestrian safety during the winter months but it is also important to use appropriate compounds. This podcast details some of the most common, environmentally friendly ice melt chemicals as well as those to avoid because of environmental concerns. Fri, 4 Jan 2008 12:10:01 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/MeltIceProtectWater.mp3 Lawns,ice melt, fertilizer, salt, turfgrass, water pollution Mike Goatley This podcast details the importance of keeping traffic off of frost or ice-covered turf, what kind of damage to expect, and how long the damage will likely persist. Fri, 4 Jan 2008 11:34:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/MyTurfsOnIce.mp3 Lawns,ice frost traffic turfgrass lawn sledding snow Mike Goatley This podcast explains how the Virginia Turfgrass Variety Recommendation list is derived and how to use it to find and select the best varieties possible for your lawn. Wed, 19 Sep 2007 14:18:01 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/2007_2008TurfVarietyList.mp3 Lawns,seed, cultivars, sod, certified, NTEP Mike Goatley Podcast Related Publication for Choosing the Best Turfgrass Varieties Podcast Related Publication for Choosing the Best Turfgrass Varieties. This podcast explains how the Virginia Turfgrass Variety Recommendation list is derived and how to use it to find and select the best varieties possible for your lawn. /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/2007-08TurfgrassVarietyRecommendations.pdf Wed, 19 Sep 2007 14:18:01 EST Lawns,seed, cultivars, sod, certified, NTEP Mike Goatley The extended heat and drought of the summer has wreaked havoc on cool-season lawns. Whether you need partial or complete renovation, this podcast provides tips in grass selection, establishment, fertility and weed control that will restore it to spring-like quality. Thu, 30 Aug 2007 10:47:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/FallLawnRenovation.mp3 Lawns,fescue, bluegrass, ryegrass, drought, aeration, weed control Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Renovating Cool-season Lawns Additional Extension Publication for Renovating Cool-season Lawns. The extended heat and drought of the summer has wreaked havoc on cool-season lawns. Whether you need partial or complete renovation, this podcast provides tips in grass selection, establishment, fertility and weed control that will restore it to spring-like quality. http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/cses/430-520/430-520.pdf Thu, 30 Aug 2007 10:47:00 EST Lawns,fescue, bluegrass, ryegrass, drought, aeration, weed control Mike Goatley After selecting the best plant material for your location and preparing your soil, it is now time to plant your seed or sod.  This podcast takes you through the steps in fall turf establishment and post-planting management.  Wed, 29 Aug 2007 14:36:01 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/establishment.mp3 Lawns,seed, sod, planting, Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, fine fescue, perennial ryegrass, fall Mike Goatley Podcast Related Publication for “Fall” Into Your Lawn: Establishing Cool-season Turfgrasses Podcast Related Publication for “Fall” Into Your Lawn: Establishing Cool-season Turfgrasses. After selecting the best plant material for your location and preparing your soil, it is now time to plant your seed or sod.  This podcast takes you through the steps in fall turf establishment and post-planting management.  /uploads/File/EstablishmentHandout.pdf Wed, 29 Aug 2007 14:36:01 EST Lawns,seed, sod, planting, Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, fine fescue, perennial ryegrass, fall Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for “Fall” Into Your Lawn: Establishing Cool-season Turfgrasses Additional Extension Publication for “Fall” Into Your Lawn: Establishing Cool-season Turfgrasses. After selecting the best plant material for your location and preparing your soil, it is now time to plant your seed or sod.  This podcast takes you through the steps in fall turf establishment and post-planting management.  http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/cses/430-520/430-520.pdf Wed, 29 Aug 2007 14:36:01 EST Lawns,seed, sod, planting, Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, fine fescue, perennial ryegrass, fall Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for “Fall” Into Your Lawn: Establishing Cool-season Turfgrasses Additional Extension Publication for “Fall” Into Your Lawn: Establishing Cool-season Turfgrasses. After selecting the best plant material for your location and preparing your soil, it is now time to plant your seed or sod.  This podcast takes you through the steps in fall turf establishment and post-planting management.  http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/envirohort/426-718/426-718.pdf Wed, 29 Aug 2007 14:36:01 EST Lawns,seed, sod, planting, Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, fine fescue, perennial ryegrass, fall Mike Goatley No matter the quality of the cool-season turfgrass you have selected for your site, it is absolutely essential that you provide it with soil conditions that promote both establishment and long-term performance.  This podcast details the steps in enhancing and improving soil conditions prior to cool-season turfgrass establishment. Wed, 29 Aug 2007 14:35:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/FallIntoLawnsSoilPrep.mp3 Lawns,tillage, topsoil, compost, phosphorus, seed, sod, renovation Mike Goatley Podcast Related Publication for “Fall” Into Your Cool-season lawn: Soil Preparation Before Planting Podcast Related Publication for “Fall” Into Your Cool-season lawn: Soil Preparation Before Planting. No matter the quality of the cool-season turfgrass you have selected for your site, it is absolutely essential that you provide it with soil conditions that promote both establishment and long-term performance.  This podcast details the steps in enhancing and improving soil conditions prior to cool-season turfgrass establishment. /uploads/File/SoilPrepHandout9_4_06.pdf Wed, 29 Aug 2007 14:35:00 EST Lawns,tillage, topsoil, compost, phosphorus, seed, sod, renovation Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for “Fall” Into Your Cool-season lawn: Soil Preparation Before Planting Additional Extension Publication for “Fall” Into Your Cool-season lawn: Soil Preparation Before Planting. No matter the quality of the cool-season turfgrass you have selected for your site, it is absolutely essential that you provide it with soil conditions that promote both establishment and long-term performance.  This podcast details the steps in enhancing and improving soil conditions prior to cool-season turfgrass establishment. http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/cses/430-520/430-520.pdf Wed, 29 Aug 2007 14:35:00 EST Lawns,tillage, topsoil, compost, phosphorus, seed, sod, renovation Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for “Fall” Into Your Cool-season lawn: Soil Preparation Before Planting Additional Extension Publication for “Fall” Into Your Cool-season lawn: Soil Preparation Before Planting. No matter the quality of the cool-season turfgrass you have selected for your site, it is absolutely essential that you provide it with soil conditions that promote both establishment and long-term performance.  This podcast details the steps in enhancing and improving soil conditions prior to cool-season turfgrass establishment. http://breeze.ag.vt.edu/p36588349 Wed, 29 Aug 2007 14:35:00 EST Lawns,tillage, topsoil, compost, phosphorus, seed, sod, renovation Mike Goatley Shorter days and cooling temperatures signal the change in seasons, ushering in the ideal period in Virginia to establish cool-season turfgrasses (bluegrasses, fescues, and ryegrasses).   This podcast considers the strengths and weaknesses of the cool-season grasses that will help you make the best possible selection for your site. Wed, 29 Aug 2007 14:32:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/CoolSeasonTurfSelection.mp3 Lawns,Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, fine leaf fescue, perennial ryegrass, cool-season, turf, turfgrass, fall, planting, seed, sod Mike Goatley Podcast Related Publication for “Fall” Into your Cool-season Lawn: Selecting the Best Grass Podcast Related Publication for “Fall” Into your Cool-season Lawn: Selecting the Best Grass. Shorter days and cooling temperatures signal the change in seasons, ushering in the ideal period in Virginia to establish cool-season turfgrasses (bluegrasses, fescues, and ryegrasses).   This podcast considers the strengths and weaknesses of the cool-season grasses that will help you make the best possible selection for your site. /uploads/File/GrassSelectionHandout(2).pdf Wed, 29 Aug 2007 14:32:00 EST Lawns,Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, fine leaf fescue, perennial ryegrass, cool-season, turf, turfgrass, fall, planting, seed, sod Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for “Fall” Into your Cool-season Lawn: Selecting the Best Grass Additional Extension Publication for “Fall” Into your Cool-season Lawn: Selecting the Best Grass. Shorter days and cooling temperatures signal the change in seasons, ushering in the ideal period in Virginia to establish cool-season turfgrasses (bluegrasses, fescues, and ryegrasses).   This podcast considers the strengths and weaknesses of the cool-season grasses that will help you make the best possible selection for your site. http://www.vtturf.com/Publications%5CExtension%5C2006-07VarietyRecommendationsJune26_2007.pdf Wed, 29 Aug 2007 14:32:00 EST Lawns,Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, fine leaf fescue, perennial ryegrass, cool-season, turf, turfgrass, fall, planting, seed, sod Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for “Fall” Into your Cool-season Lawn: Selecting the Best Grass Additional Extension Publication for “Fall” Into your Cool-season Lawn: Selecting the Best Grass. Shorter days and cooling temperatures signal the change in seasons, ushering in the ideal period in Virginia to establish cool-season turfgrasses (bluegrasses, fescues, and ryegrasses).   This podcast considers the strengths and weaknesses of the cool-season grasses that will help you make the best possible selection for your site. http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/cses/430-520/430-520.pdf Wed, 29 Aug 2007 14:32:00 EST Lawns,Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, fine leaf fescue, perennial ryegrass, cool-season, turf, turfgrass, fall, planting, seed, sod Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for “Fall” Into your Cool-season Lawn: Selecting the Best Grass Additional Extension Publication for “Fall” Into your Cool-season Lawn: Selecting the Best Grass. Shorter days and cooling temperatures signal the change in seasons, ushering in the ideal period in Virginia to establish cool-season turfgrasses (bluegrasses, fescues, and ryegrasses).   This podcast considers the strengths and weaknesses of the cool-season grasses that will help you make the best possible selection for your site. http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/envirohort/426-719/426-719.pdf Wed, 29 Aug 2007 14:32:00 EST Lawns,Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, fine leaf fescue, perennial ryegrass, cool-season, turf, turfgrass, fall, planting, seed, sod Mike Goatley This podcast describes the differences in water-use efficiency between warm and cool-season turfgrasses and details the most important steps in summer lawn management to get the most out of irrigation events before or during the hot and dry weather patterns of summer.   Wed, 20 Jun 2007 10:35:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/DroughtManagement.mp3 Lawns,water turfgrass heat irrigation Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Lawn Management Strategies During a Drought Additional Extension Publication for Lawn Management Strategies During a Drought. This podcast describes the differences in water-use efficiency between warm and cool-season turfgrasses and details the most important steps in summer lawn management to get the most out of irrigation events before or during the hot and dry weather patterns of summer.   http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/turf/430-010/430-010.pdf Wed, 20 Jun 2007 10:35:00 EST Lawns,water turfgrass heat irrigation Mike Goatley Spring Into Your Turf 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)? Fri, 23 Mar 2007 16:18:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/SpringFertility.mp3 Lawns,Spring, lawn, garden, fertilizer, nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, turf, turfgrass Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for “Spring” Into Your Turf: Lawn Fertility Additional Extension Publication for “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)? http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/turf/430-532/430-532.pdf Fri, 23 Mar 2007 16:18:00 EST Lawns,Spring, lawn, garden, fertilizer, nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, turf, turfgrass Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for “Spring” Into Your Turf: Lawn Fertility Additional Extension Publication for “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)? http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/turf/430-533/430-533.pdf Fri, 23 Mar 2007 16:18:00 EST Lawns,Spring, lawn, garden, fertilizer, nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, turf, turfgrass Mike Goatley 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. Fri, 23 Mar 2007 15:33:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/BroadleafWeedControl.mp3 Lawns,dandelion plantain clover chickweed henbit deadnettle 2,4-D cool-season warm-season Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Spring Broadleaf Weed Control in Virginia’s Lawns Additional Extension Publication for 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. http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/turf/430-532/430-532.pdf Fri, 23 Mar 2007 15:33:00 EST Lawns,dandelion plantain clover chickweed henbit deadnettle 2,4-D cool-season warm-season Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Spring Broadleaf Weed Control in Virginia’s Lawns Additional Extension Publication for 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. http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/turf/430-533/430-533.pdf Fri, 23 Mar 2007 15:33:00 EST Lawns,dandelion plantain clover chickweed henbit deadnettle 2,4-D cool-season warm-season Mike Goatley This podcast details the steps in selection, timing, and proper use of preemergent herbicides to control crabgrass in both warm and cool-season lawns. Mon, 5 Mar 2007 17:24:01 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/PREcrabgrasscontrol2.mp3 Lawns,herbicide, preemergent, weed, forsythia, weed and feed, corn gluten meal Mike Goatley Podcast Related Publication for Spring Crabgrass Control in Virginia’s Lawns Podcast Related Publication for 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. /uploads/File/SpringCrabgrassControlHandout.pdf Mon, 5 Mar 2007 17:24:01 EST Lawns,herbicide, preemergent, weed, forsythia, weed and feed, corn gluten meal Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Spring Crabgrass Control in Virginia’s Lawns Additional Extension Publication for 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. http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/turf/430-532/430-532.pdf Mon, 5 Mar 2007 17:24:01 EST Lawns,herbicide, preemergent, weed, forsythia, weed and feed, corn gluten meal Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Spring Crabgrass Control in Virginia’s Lawns Additional Extension Publication for 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. http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/turf/430-533/430-533.pdf Mon, 5 Mar 2007 17:24:01 EST Lawns,herbicide, preemergent, weed, forsythia, weed and feed, corn gluten meal Mike Goatley This podcast details the steps in servicing mowers at the end of a mowing season so that they are in top operating condition next spring. Mon, 18 Dec 2006 15:43:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/WinterServiceforMower.mp3 Lawns,lawn sharpen balance blade turfgrass Mike Goatley Podcast Related Publication for Service Mowers Now Before Springing Them Into Action Next Season Podcast Related Publication for Service Mowers Now Before Springing Them Into Action Next Season. This podcast details the steps in servicing mowers at the end of a mowing season so that they are in top operating condition next spring. /uploads/File/StoringMowerforWinter.pdf Mon, 18 Dec 2006 15:43:00 EST Lawns,lawn sharpen balance blade turfgrass Mike Goatley Late fall and early winter are not recommended times for seeding turfgrasses, but what about establishing lawns from sod? This podcast details how late-season sod establishments of both cool and warm-season turfgrasses can actually benefit from the typically cool, moist environments of Virginia's fall and early winter months. Mon, 27 Nov 2006 08:28:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/lateseasonsod.mp3 Lawns,fall winter turfgrass turf planting sodding Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Late-season Sod Establishment Additional Extension Publication for Late-season Sod Establishment. Late fall and early winter are not recommended times for seeding turfgrasses, but what about establishing lawns from sod? This podcast details how late-season sod establishments of both cool and warm-season turfgrasses can actually benefit from the typically cool, moist environments of Virginia's fall and early winter months. http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/turf/418-040/418-040.pdf Mon, 27 Nov 2006 08:28:00 EST Lawns,fall winter turfgrass turf planting sodding Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Late-season Sod Establishment Additional Extension Publication for Late-season Sod Establishment. Late fall and early winter are not recommended times for seeding turfgrasses, but what about establishing lawns from sod? This podcast details how late-season sod establishments of both cool and warm-season turfgrasses can actually benefit from the typically cool, moist environments of Virginia's fall and early winter months. http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/envirohort/426-718/426-718.pdf Mon, 27 Nov 2006 08:28:00 EST Lawns,fall winter turfgrass turf planting sodding Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Late-season Sod Establishment Additional Extension Publication for Late-season Sod Establishment. Late fall and early winter are not recommended times for seeding turfgrasses, but what about establishing lawns from sod? This podcast details how late-season sod establishments of both cool and warm-season turfgrasses can actually benefit from the typically cool, moist environments of Virginia's fall and early winter months. http://www.vtturf.com/Publications%5CExtension%5C2006-07VarietyRecommendationsJune26_2007.pdf Mon, 27 Nov 2006 08:28:00 EST Lawns,fall winter turfgrass turf planting sodding Mike Goatley This podcast details how your rotary mulching mower can be an extremely effective tool in managing leaves in your landscape.  Fri, 29 Sep 2006 13:38:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/lawnLeafManagement.mp3 Lawns,leaves, turfgrass, compost, mulching, pine needles, fall, mowing Mike Goatley Podcast Related Publication for Lawn Leaf Management: “Leave” Them Alone Podcast Related Publication for Lawn Leaf Management: “Leave” Them Alone. This podcast details how your rotary mulching mower can be an extremely effective tool in managing leaves in your landscape.  /uploads/File/LawnLeafMgt.pdf Fri, 29 Sep 2006 13:38:00 EST Lawns,leaves, turfgrass, compost, mulching, pine needles, fall, mowing Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Lawn Leaf Management: “Leave” Them Alone Additional Extension Publication for Lawn Leaf Management: “Leave” Them Alone. This podcast details how your rotary mulching mower can be an extremely effective tool in managing leaves in your landscape.  http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/envirohort/426-703/426-703.pdf Fri, 29 Sep 2006 13:38:00 EST Lawns,leaves, turfgrass, compost, mulching, pine needles, fall, mowing Mike Goatley There are some definite do’s and don’ts when it comes to fertilizing Virginia’s homelawns in the fall, primarily in terms of appropriate timing and fertilizer rates for the many grasses grown in this state. This podcast discusses fertility programs for cool- and warm-season grasses that will promote the health and quality of your turf, as well as protect the environment.  Wed, 20 Sep 2006 10:53:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/fallfertilization.mp3 Lawns,turfgrass fertilization nitrogen phosphorus potassium bluegrass fescue ryegrass bermudagrass centipedegrass zoysiagrass St. Augustinegrass Mike Goatley Podcast Related Publication for Fall Fertility Strategies for Virginia’s Homelawns Podcast Related Publication for Fall Fertility Strategies for Virginia’s Homelawns. There are some definite do’s and don’ts when it comes to fertilizing Virginia’s homelawns in the fall, primarily in terms of appropriate timing and fertilizer rates for the many grasses grown in this state. This podcast discusses fertility programs for cool- and warm-season grasses that will promote the health and quality of your turf, as well as protect the environment.  /uploads/File/FertilityHandoutforPodcastSept20_2006.pdf Wed, 20 Sep 2006 10:53:00 EST Lawns,turfgrass fertilization nitrogen phosphorus potassium bluegrass fescue ryegrass bermudagrass centipedegrass zoysiagrass St. Augustinegrass Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Fall Fertility Strategies for Virginia’s Homelawns Additional Extension Publication for Fall Fertility Strategies for Virginia’s Homelawns. There are some definite do’s and don’ts when it comes to fertilizing Virginia’s homelawns in the fall, primarily in terms of appropriate timing and fertilizer rates for the many grasses grown in this state. This podcast discusses fertility programs for cool- and warm-season grasses that will promote the health and quality of your turf, as well as protect the environment.  http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/cses/430-520/430-520.pdf Wed, 20 Sep 2006 10:53:00 EST Lawns,turfgrass fertilization nitrogen phosphorus potassium bluegrass fescue ryegrass bermudagrass centipedegrass zoysiagrass St. Augustinegrass Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Fall Fertility Strategies for Virginia’s Homelawns Additional Extension Publication for Fall Fertility Strategies for Virginia’s Homelawns. There are some definite do’s and don’ts when it comes to fertilizing Virginia’s homelawns in the fall, primarily in terms of appropriate timing and fertilizer rates for the many grasses grown in this state. This podcast discusses fertility programs for cool- and warm-season grasses that will promote the health and quality of your turf, as well as protect the environment.  http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/turf/430-011/430-011.pdf Wed, 20 Sep 2006 10:53:00 EST Lawns,turfgrass fertilization nitrogen phosphorus potassium bluegrass fescue ryegrass bermudagrass centipedegrass zoysiagrass St. Augustinegrass Mike Goatley This podcasts discusses the predominant summer grassy weeds found in Virginia's lawns, some tips in how to identify them, and presents options and challenges in their control.  Mon, 7 Aug 2006 10:03:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/SummerGrassyWeedControl.mp3 Lawns,crabgrass, goosegrass, foxtail, dallisgrass, paspalum, nimblewill, quinclorac, fenoxaprop, MSMA, arsonates Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Summer Grassy Weed Control in Lawns Additional Extension Publication for Summer Grassy Weed Control in Lawns. This podcasts discusses the predominant summer grassy weeds found in Virginia's lawns, some tips in how to identify them, and presents options and challenges in their control.  http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/pmg/ Mon, 7 Aug 2006 10:03:00 EST Lawns,crabgrass, goosegrass, foxtail, dallisgrass, paspalum, nimblewill, quinclorac, fenoxaprop, MSMA, arsonates Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Summer Grassy Weed Control in Lawns Additional Extension Publication for Summer Grassy Weed Control in Lawns. This podcasts discusses the predominant summer grassy weeds found in Virginia's lawns, some tips in how to identify them, and presents options and challenges in their control.  http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/turf/430-532/430-532.pdf Mon, 7 Aug 2006 10:03:00 EST Lawns,crabgrass, goosegrass, foxtail, dallisgrass, paspalum, nimblewill, quinclorac, fenoxaprop, MSMA, arsonates Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Summer Grassy Weed Control in Lawns Additional Extension Publication for Summer Grassy Weed Control in Lawns. This podcasts discusses the predominant summer grassy weeds found in Virginia's lawns, some tips in how to identify them, and presents options and challenges in their control.  http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/turf/430-533/430-533.pdf Mon, 7 Aug 2006 10:03:00 EST Lawns,crabgrass, goosegrass, foxtail, dallisgrass, paspalum, nimblewill, quinclorac, fenoxaprop, MSMA, arsonates Mike Goatley This podcast considers the concerns of playing or working in your turf and gardens during extreme heat periods.  Particular emphasis is placed on protecting our youth from heat illness while participating in band or athletic camps. Fri, 21 Jul 2006 17:17:01 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/TheHeatIsOn.mp3 Lawns,heat illness, heat index, humiture, turf, artificial turf Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for The Heat is On Additional Extension Publication for The Heat is On. This podcast considers the concerns of playing or working in your turf and gardens during extreme heat periods.  Particular emphasis is placed on protecting our youth from heat illness while participating in band or athletic camps. http://www.vhsl.org/heatgl.pdf Fri, 21 Jul 2006 17:17:01 EST Lawns,heat illness, heat index, humiture, turf, artificial turf Brandon Horvath Brandon Horvath, Extension Turfgrass Pathologist and Mike Goatley, Extension Turfgrass Specialist This podcast discusses the recent rains in Virginia and what impact they will have on turfgrass maintenance. Included are the impacts due to submersion, disease, fertility loss, and pre-emergent herbicide breakdown and what practices you can perform to lessen their impact on your turf area. Thu, 6 Jul 2006 08:42:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/Drought_to_Deluge...What_Will_Happen_to_My_Turf_.mp3 Lawns,rain, turfgrass, brown patch, fertilizer, herbicide Mike Goatley Japanese beetles emerge in late spring to early summer and quickly begin to devour many of our plants in the landscape.  The adult beetles will also be laying eggs that will hatch and become the white grubs that feed on our turfgrass root systems for the rest of this season and again next spring.  This podcast details chemical, biological, and cultural control strategies for both the grub and adult stages of the Japanese beetle. Fri, 16 Jun 2006 16:21:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/Beetles.mp3 Lawns, Ornamentals,white grubs, Japanese beetle, turf, turfgrass, beetle traps, turf insectides Mike Goatley Podcast Related Publication for Invasion of the Beetles Podcast Related Publication for Invasion of the Beetles. Japanese beetles emerge in late spring to early summer and quickly begin to devour many of our plants in the landscape.  The adult beetles will also be laying eggs that will hatch and become the white grubs that feed on our turfgrass root systems for the rest of this season and again next spring.  This podcast details chemical, biological, and cultural control strategies for both the grub and adult stages of the Japanese beetle. /uploads/File/BeetlemaniaClipping(1).pdf Fri, 16 Jun 2006 16:21:00 EST Lawns, Ornamentals,white grubs, Japanese beetle, turf, turfgrass, beetle traps, turf insectides Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Invasion of the Beetles Additional Extension Publication for Invasion of the Beetles. Japanese beetles emerge in late spring to early summer and quickly begin to devour many of our plants in the landscape.  The adult beetles will also be laying eggs that will hatch and become the white grubs that feed on our turfgrass root systems for the rest of this season and again next spring.  This podcast details chemical, biological, and cultural control strategies for both the grub and adult stages of the Japanese beetle. http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/pmg/ Fri, 16 Jun 2006 16:21:00 EST Lawns, Ornamentals,white grubs, Japanese beetle, turf, turfgrass, beetle traps, turf insectides Mike Goatley Hybrid bluegrass seed appeared on many of Virginia's lawn and garden center shelves a couple of years ago.  Virginia Tech's Turfgrass Team shares their insight into how this relatively new cool-season turfgrass fits into Virginia's lawn management programs. Thu, 1 Jun 2006 07:22:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/hybridblue.mp3 Lawns,Kentucky bluegrass, Texas bluegrass, Rhizoctonia blight, brown patch Mike Goatley Podcast Related Publication for Can You Cure Your Lawn Woes by Singin’ the Hybrid Blues? Podcast Related Publication for Can You Cure Your Lawn Woes by Singin’ the Hybrid Blues?. Hybrid bluegrass seed appeared on many of Virginia's lawn and garden center shelves a couple of years ago.  Virginia Tech's Turfgrass Team shares their insight into how this relatively new cool-season turfgrass fits into Virginia's lawn management programs. /uploads/File/HybridBlueHandout(1).pdf Thu, 1 Jun 2006 07:22:00 EST Lawns,Kentucky bluegrass, Texas bluegrass, Rhizoctonia blight, brown patch Mike Goatley Annual bluegrass puts on a showy display of its seedheads every spring just before it dies in our summer heat.  What can be done now and in the future to better manage this important lawn pest? Thu, 20 Apr 2006 08:54:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/poacontrol1May2006.mp3 Lawns,Poa annua, poa, poanna, preemergent, control Mike Goatley This information will assist you in proper cool-season turfgrass selection, seedbed preparation, and seeding method, and will provide other lawn establishment tips pertaining to fertilization, irrigation, mowing, and weed control.  Use the link provided here and related links found below for the podcast on  Warm-Season Turfgrass Establishment for more details on planting and maintaining turf. Fri, 14 Apr 2006 09:14:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/coolseasonplantingpodcast.mp3 Lawns,Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, tall fescue, hybrid bluegrass, fine fescue, seed, sod, planting, establishment Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Spring Planting Considerations for Cool-season Turfgrasses in Virginia Lawns Additional Extension Publication for Spring Planting Considerations for Cool-season Turfgrasses in Virginia Lawns. This information will assist you in proper cool-season turfgrass selection, seedbed preparation, and seeding method, and will provide other lawn establishment tips pertaining to fertilization, irrigation, mowing, and weed control.  Use the link provided here and related links found below for the podcast on  Warm-Season Turfgrass Establishment for more details on planting and maintaining turf. http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/turf/430-532/430-532.pdf Fri, 14 Apr 2006 09:14:00 EST Lawns,Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, tall fescue, hybrid bluegrass, fine fescue, seed, sod, planting, establishment Mike Goatley This information will assist you in proper warm-season turfgrass selection, seedbed preparation, seeding method, as well as provide other lawn establishment tips pertaining to fertilization, irrigation, mowing, and weed control. Additional Resources Soil Testing for the Lawn and Landscape Thu, 13 Apr 2006 08:07:01 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/warmseasonplantingpodcast1May2006.mp3 Lawns,bermudagrass, St. Augustinegrass, centipedegrass, zoysiagrass, lawn, sod, seed, plugs, sprigs, establishment, renovation Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Spring Planting Considerations for Warm-season Turfgrasses in Virginia Lawns Additional Extension Publication for Spring Planting Considerations for Warm-season Turfgrasses in Virginia Lawns. This information will assist you in proper warm-season turfgrass selection, seedbed preparation, seeding method, as well as provide other lawn establishment tips pertaining to fertilization, irrigation, mowing, and weed control. Additional Resources Soil Testing for the Lawn and Landscape http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/envirohort/426-718/426-718.pdf Thu, 13 Apr 2006 08:07:01 EST Lawns,bermudagrass, St. Augustinegrass, centipedegrass, zoysiagrass, lawn, sod, seed, plugs, sprigs, establishment, renovation Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Spring Planting Considerations for Warm-season Turfgrasses in Virginia Lawns Additional Extension Publication for Spring Planting Considerations for Warm-season Turfgrasses in Virginia Lawns. This information will assist you in proper warm-season turfgrass selection, seedbed preparation, seeding method, as well as provide other lawn establishment tips pertaining to fertilization, irrigation, mowing, and weed control. Additional Resources Soil Testing for the Lawn and Landscape http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/turf/430-533/430-533.pdf Thu, 13 Apr 2006 08:07:01 EST Lawns,bermudagrass, St. Augustinegrass, centipedegrass, zoysiagrass, lawn, sod, seed, plugs, sprigs, establishment, renovation Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Spring Planting Considerations for Warm-season Turfgrasses in Virginia Lawns Additional Extension Publication for Spring Planting Considerations for Warm-season Turfgrasses in Virginia Lawns. This information will assist you in proper warm-season turfgrass selection, seedbed preparation, seeding method, as well as provide other lawn establishment tips pertaining to fertilization, irrigation, mowing, and weed control. Additional Resources Soil Testing for the Lawn and Landscape http://www.vtturf.com/Publications/Extension/2005-06VarietyRecommendations.pdf Thu, 13 Apr 2006 08:07:01 EST Lawns,bermudagrass, St. Augustinegrass, centipedegrass, zoysiagrass, lawn, sod, seed, plugs, sprigs, establishment, renovation Mike Goatley Additional Extension Publication for Spring Planting Considerations for Warm-season Turfgrasses in Virginia Lawns Additional Extension Publication for Spring Planting Considerations for Warm-season Turfgrasses in Virginia Lawns. This information will assist you in proper warm-season turfgrass selection, seedbed preparation, seeding method, as well as provide other lawn establishment tips pertaining to fertilization, irrigation, mowing, and weed control. Additional Resources Soil Testing for the Lawn and Landscape http://www.ext.vt.edu/pubs/turf/418-040/418-040.pdf Thu, 13 Apr 2006 08:07:01 EST Lawns,bermudagrass, St. Augustinegrass, centipedegrass, zoysiagrass, lawn, sod, seed, plugs, sprigs, establishment, renovation Joyce Latimer This podcast describes the America's Anniversary Garden project with emphasis on its purpose and scope as well as resources for planning your own America's Anniversary Garden. For information on the America's 400th Anniversary commemoration activities, visit www.americasanniversary.com . For more information, publications and resources on the America's Anniversary Garden, visit www.ext.vt.edu/americasgarden . Additional Resources America's 400th Anniversary America's Anniversary Garden Wed, 12 Apr 2006 10:16:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/anniversary_garden.mp3 Gardens,garden Shawn Askew Spring Weed Management This podcast details the most important chemical and cultural steps in lawn weed control, including the appropriate use of preemergent and postemergent herbicides Mon, 20 Mar 2006 15:58:00 EST /uploads/File/Turf_Garden/WS_10009.mp3 Lawns,Lawn weed control, herbicides