Turf And Ornamentals

This essential reference provides complete coverage of integrated pest management (IPM). With more than 40 recognized experts, the book thoroughly details the rationale and benefits of employing an IPM plan and provides technical information on each aspect from cultural practices to choosing when and how to use chemicals. It also brings together research work on pest problems with information on the practical implementation of the tools. Case studies of successful operations are provided as well.

Weed Control in Turf and Ornamentalsprovides thorough coverage of weeds that are important in turfgrass and ornamentals-plant communities. The herbicides used in these plant communities are thoroughly treated with respect to their action and metabolism in the plant, their fate in the environment, and proper application methods. Additionally, weed control measures are covered with special emphasis on the safe and effective use of herbicides.landscape artisits or horticulturists

This essential reference provides complete coverage of integrated pest management (IPM). With more than 40 recognized experts, the book thoroughly details the rationale and benefits of employing an IPM plan and provides technical information on each aspect from cultural practices to choosing when and how to use chemicals. It also brings together research work on pest problems with information on the practical implementation of the tools. Case studies of successful operations are provided as well.

This is a comprehensive revision ofGrowing Media, first published in 1984 and last revised in 2002. Since its first publication the book has been a core text for Horticulture students at TAFE colleges and universities as well as an important reference title.

A colorful guide covering the basics of replacing a traditional lawn with a wide variety of easy-care, no-mow, drought-tolerant, money-saving options that will appeal to today's busy, eco-conscious homeowner. Americans pour 300 million gallons of gas and 1 billion hours every year into mowing their lawns, not to mention 70 million pounds of pesticides and $40 billion for lawn upkeep. No Wonder the anti-lawn movement is thriving, as today's eco-conscious consumers realize that their traditional lawns are water-hogging, chemical-ridden, maintenance-intensive burdens. Lawn Gone!, from award-winning gardening blogger Pam Penick, is the first basic introduction to low-water, easy-care lawn alternatives for beginning gardeners, written in a friendly style with an approachable package. It covers all the available time-saving options: alternative grasses, ground cover plants, artificial turf, hardscaping, mulch, and more. In addition, it includes step-by-step lawn-removal methods, strategies for dealing with neighbors and homeowner associations, and how to minimize your lawn if you're not ready to go all the way.

This 174-page training manual is intended to provide information needed to meet South Carolina standards for certification as a commercial/noncommercial pesticide applicator in the turf and ornamental category. It is a supplement to Applying Pesticides Correctly (PTS Core), the manual that covers basic information for all commercial pesticide applicators. Specific pesticide names are omitted from this manual because label changes, regulatory actions and new product development make it impractical to include them. Topics include: Unit 1 Environmental Safety, Unit 2 Health Hazards, Unit 3 Turfgrass Pest Control, Unit 4 Ornamental Pest Control, Unit 5 Major Pests within South Carolina, Unit 6 Pesticide Classifications and Formulations, Unit 7 Application Equipment and Technology, Unit 8 Equipment Calibration, Unit 9 Interiorscape Pest Control, and Unit 10 Pest Control in Greenhouses. Each unit includes a list of important terms and a set of sample test questions.

Abstract: This ready reference book is designed for pesticide applicators who treat pests of trees, turf, and ornamentals. The book is divided into four major sections: Insecticides, Herbicides, Fungicides, and Growth Regulators. Each section is subdivided and cross referenced to the plant a pesticide is registered to treat. Pesticides are listed alphabetically showing the particular pests they affect or control. A glossary contains formulation, conversion and calibration charts. Names and addresses of world-wide manufacturers of basic chemicals used in pesticides are supplied.