INDUSTRY EDUCATION
Reseed bare patches from fall season with appropriate turfgrass seed mixture . Reseeding is particularly helpful on fields that have large bare areas , such as American football fields or soccer and lacrosse fields in front of the goals . Till the area , then fill in low spots with topsoil , and level . Adjust the soil pH as needed . Using soil test findings , apply fertilizer with the nutrients the soil needs most . Re-till and finish-grade the area . Be sure to reseed with turf similar to what ’ s already in place . Seed with a broadcast spreader or by hydroseeding . If a broadcast spreader is used , lightly rake seed into 1 / 4 ” of soil and firm with a roller .
MAY Begin maintenance fertilization . Choose your fertilizer based on the soil test results and your agronomic conditions . Consider a fertilizer with slow-release technology for controlled feeding of nitrogen over time . Apply herbicide to control broadleaf weeds . Repair low spots . For infields , this can be done with raking or dragging .
JUNE Fertilize and irrigate as needed . Use of hydroscopic humectants can help minimize the effects of “ summer stress ” heat and drought .
Consider using a moisture manager . Few geographies get the proper amount of moisture needed . An effective irrigation system will depend on the field ’ s setup and can range from an in-ground pop-up system to hoses and sprinklers . Strive to deliver 1-1 / 2 ” of water over the field every four to five days under drought conditions .
Apply herbicide to control broadleaf weeds as needed . Do initial seeding / sprigging of new fields in southern areas . Sprigging is the process of planting turf stems instead of seeds , which can accelerate the growing process . This can be accomplished when the soil temperature allows growth . Prepare the soil the same way as you would while seeding . Fumigate the soil to eliminate any pests and weeds , then plant the turfgrass sprigs at a rate of three to five bushels per 1,000 sq . ft . Finish by packing them into the soil with a sprig planter or cultipacker . SFM
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