Hi Mid-May, Research Activity, White Clover, and Velocity PM ResearchAs we move into the second week of May, the CDGA turfgrass research season is officially underway. A new moss control study was initiated…11h ago11h ago
April Wrap-Up! Poa Seedheads, Temperature Swings, and CDGA Topdressing Sand & Biochar ResearchAs April draws to a close, spring is making its presence known across the turf. Poa annua is actively growing and producing seedheads —…May 2May 2
Spring! Hello Flowering Ornamentals, Dandelions Pounce, Yellow Patch, and Blue Coat Univ?We are now in full spring mode. You can tell as many of the usual early spring flowering ornamentals have achieved full bloom — trees of…Apr 25Apr 25
Signs of Spring in Chicago! Soil Temps Over 50, ABW Research, and Bentgrass Variety TrialThe third week of April brought a few early signs of spring, though the spring season is not yet in full swing. Air temperatures have been…Apr 17Apr 17
Feels like March! Cool and Wet, New Chicago Pests, and CDGA Turf LibraryOne step forward, two steps back? That has happened so far in April. Currently temperatures are more like March and this can create…Apr 9Apr 9
April Showers! Winter Recap, Few Issues, and Tenacity Research UpdateThis winter was a cold ride temperature-wise. Or was it? Here’s how the Illinois State Climatologist summed up our January to February in…Apr 4Apr 4
Fall! Rain Returns, Dollar Spot Pounces, Fairway Fairy Ring, White Grubs, and Newest Moss ResearchSep 27, 2024Sep 27, 2024
Summer in Sept! Increasing Drought Stress, Consistently Hot, and an Illinois Native Prairie DemoSep 20, 2024Sep 20, 2024