Turfgrass
Nutrient & Integrated Pest Management Manual

The 12 chapters of educational material include:

  • Fertilization & Plant Nutrition
  • Combination Fertilizers & Pesticides
  • Turfgrass Selection
  • Irrigation
  • Mowing
  • What is IPM?
  • Weeds
  • Diseases
  • Insects

Edited by Timothy M. Abbey, this 112-page manual is designed to provide homeowners with the knowledge and understanding of ways to confront turfgrass problems and to find solutions in the maintenance of their lawns. For the lawn-care professional, it is a technical manual to assist with all aspects of turf care. The goal of the manual is the reduction of non-point source pollution throught the use of integrated pest management (IPM) practices.

Funded in part by the CT DEP through a U.S. EPA Clean Water Act #319 nonpoint source grant.

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The information in this material is for educational purposes. The recommendations contained are based on the best available knowledge at the time of printing. Any reference to commercial products, trade or brand names is for information only, and no endorsement or approval is intended. The Cooperative Extension system does not guarantee or warrant the standard of any product referenced or imply approval of the product to the exclusion of others which also may be available.All agrochemicals/pesticides listed are registered for suggested uses in accordance with federal and Connecticut state laws and regulations as of the date of printing. If the information does not agree with current labeling, follow the label instructions. The label is the law.Warning! Agrochemicals/pesticides are dangerous. Read and follow all instructions and safety precautions on labels. Carefully handle and store agrochemicals/pesticides in originally labeled containers immediately in a safe manner and place. Contact the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection for current regulations.The user of this information assumes all risks for personal injury or property damage.Issued in furtherance of Cooperative Extension work, Acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Kirklyn M. Kerr, Director, Cooperative Extension System, The University of Connecticut, Storrs. The Connecticut Cooperative Extension System offers its programs to persons regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability and is an equal opportunity employer.

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