The Florida Lawn Handbook

Author : Laurie Elizabeth Trenholm,Joseph Bryan Unruh
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 0813028027

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The Florida Lawn Handbook by Laurie Elizabeth Trenholm,Joseph Bryan Unruh Pdf

Everything you need to know to keep your lawn looking its best! Written in practical language by turfgrass experts, this new edition is completely up-to-date with the most recent lawn management information. Color plates identify various grass types, weeds, diseases, and insects—including those that are good for your lawn. Chapters cover selection, adaptability, establishment, and main­tenance for each type of lawn; soil analysis and fertilization; yearly calendars for lawn care and culture; mowing, watering, and calibrating sprinkler systems and fertilizer spreaders; overseeding for winter color; preparing a lawn for drought and low temperatures; weed and thatch control; safe pesticide application and use; integrated pest management strategies; and complete, illustrated diagnostic information for weeds, diseases, insect problems, nematodes, and other pests.

Author : Kathleen Carlton Ruppert,Robert John Black
Publisher : University Press of Florida
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 0813016436

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Florida Lawn Handbook by Kathleen Carlton Ruppert,Robert John Black Pdf

"Gardeners should look no further than the Florida Lawn Handbook to help green up their lawns. It's chock-full of 'how to do it' information from the University of Florida's turf experts. Now there is no excuse not to have an attractive, earth-friendly lawn."--Tom MacCubbin, host of "Better Lawns and Gardens," Orlando, Florida This comprehensive, eco-friendly guide takes the mystery out of proper lawn care and maintenance in Florida. Written in practical language by turfgrass experts, this new edition is completely up-to-date and contains the most recent lawn management information, including approved pesticide and fertilizer practices. Color plates identify various grass types, weeds, diseases, and insects--including those that are good for your lawn. Chapters address: --the 8 Florida grasses: turf, bahia, Bermuda, buffalo, carpet, centipede, St. Augustine, and zoysia --selection, adaptability, establishment, and maintenance for each type of lawn, with comparative data for each --soil analysis and fertilization --yearly calendars for lawn care and culture --mowing, watering, and calibrating sprinkler systems and fertilizer spreaders --overseeding for winter color --preparing a lawn for drought and low temperatures --weed and thatch control --how to choose a lawn maintenance or landscaping service --safe pesticide application and use --integrated pest management strategies --complete diagnostic information by type of grass for identification of weeds, grass diseases, insect problems, nematodes, and other pests like moles, armadillos, fire ants, and gophers Kathleen C. Ruppert is environmental horticulturist and Robert J. Black is consumer horticulture specialist with the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences at the University of Florida.

Author : S. P. Brown,J. L. Cisar
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 1995-01-01
Category : Lawns
ISBN : 0916287130

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The Florida Lawn Handbook by S. P. Brown,J. L. Cisar Pdf

Author : Paul Tukey
Publisher : Storey Publishing, LLC
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2007-01-31
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781603426794

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The Organic Lawn Care Manual by Paul Tukey Pdf

Create a gorgeous lawn that is free of harsh chemicals. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know to grow and maintain a thriving lawn using organic gardening methods. With expert advice on planting the best grass varieties, nourishing the soil, watering, fighting weeds, and sustainable maintenance, Paul Tukey helps you create a luscious and inviting lawn that is pesticide-free and safe for your children and pets.

Author : Don Wilson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 23 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 1973
Category : Lawns
ISBN : 0642976082

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W.A. Lawn Handbook by Don Wilson Pdf

Author : Tom MacCubbin,Joe Lamp'l,Georgia Tasker,Robert Bowden
Publisher : Cool Springs Press
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2021-04-13
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9780760370537

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Florida Gardener's Handbook, 2nd Edition by Tom MacCubbin,Joe Lamp'l,Georgia Tasker,Robert Bowden Pdf

In this revised and updated 2nd edition of Florida Gardener's Handbook, gardeners in the Sunshine State are handed all the know-how they'll need to grow a lush, productive garden. The environmentally sound growing info for both edible and ornamental plants found here is your green thumb map to success. With profiles of more than 300 plants proven to thrive in Florida's unique climate, including shrubs, trees, perennials, annuals, vegetables, fruits, tropical plants, lawn grasses, and more, you'll be able to select the best plants to create a beautiful landscape or a high-yielding edible garden. Helpful charts highlight sun and shade requirements and offer clear and concise plant variety information. Month-by-month care and cultivation guides are offered for each plant group, guiding your journey—even if you're a first-time Florida gardener. Authors Tom MacCubbin and Georgia B. Tasker, along with pro gardeners Robert Bowden and Joe Lamp'l, address the many challenges of Florida gardening, including a changing climate and saltwater gardening information. The how-to methods for planting, pruning, watering, fertilizing, and much more are rich with information essential to Floridians. This comprehensive and extensive guide is the best resource for growing in the Sunshine State. Whether you live in Nassau County, the Florida Keys, or somewhere in between, the Florida Gardener's Handbook has you covered. Florida Gardener's Handbook is part of the Gardener's Handbook series from Cool Springs Press. Other books in the series include Midwest Gardener's Handbook, Carolinas Gardener's Handbook, Northwest Gardener's Handbook, and many others.

Author : Lane L. Winward
Publisher : Lyons Press
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 1558211489

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The Healthy Lawn Handbook by Lane L. Winward Pdf

Professional landscaper Lane Winward explains how the home gardener can achieve a lush, vibrant, weed-free lawn. Includes organic lawn care, a state-by-state assessment of lawn-care strategies, and regional calendar. Illustrated with line drawings.

Author : Henry W. Indyk
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 90 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1973
Category : Gardening
ISBN : WISC:89042005488

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The Home Lawn Handbook by Henry W. Indyk Pdf

Author : Steve Daniels
Publisher : Wiley
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Ground cover plants
ISBN : 0028620046

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The Wild Lawn Handbook by Steve Daniels Pdf

The definitive guide to transforming the traditional grass lawn into a beautiful alternative lawn using native grasses, ferns, mosses, wildflowers, low-growing shrubs, and perennials is now available in paperback. color insert.

Author : Anne R. Lesley
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 676 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2020-04-23
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780429605406

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Handbook of Integrated Pest Management for Turf and Ornamentals by Anne R. Lesley Pdf

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.

Author : Harold Songdahl,Coralee Leon
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2015-10-15
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781561648238

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The Art of South Florida Gardening by Harold Songdahl,Coralee Leon Pdf

Gardeners from Key West to Lake Okeechobee and on up the coasts know that gardening advice for the rest of the country just doesn't apply here. South Florida is unique, and The Art of South Florida Gardening is uniquely intended for South Florida gardeners, who have depended on the solid advice in this book since the first edition came out more than a decade ago. Now it has been updated with more helpful facts, tips, and advice for the conservation-conscious gardener of the 21st century, while maintaining the practical, easygoing attitude South Florida gardeners have found so comforting over the years. This book still makes gardening in South Florida inviting and fun, whether you are an old hand or have just moved here and even if you have never before considered getting your hands dirty. Harold's warm, wise voice is always encouraging and enthusiastic, and Coralee's lively engaging prose will have you reading as much for pleasure as for its valuable information.

Author : Tom MacCubbin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 243 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2014-11-17
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781591866152

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Florida Month-by-Month Gardening by Tom MacCubbin Pdf

Florida Month-by-Month Gardening, the perfect companion to Florida Getting Started Garden Guide, presents a foolproof monthly breakdown of exactly what to plant in Florida's climate, exactly when to plant it, and exactly how to take care of it.

Author : Doug Brede
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2000-03-15
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1575041065

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Turfgrass Maintenance Reduction Handbook by Doug Brede Pdf

Encyclopedic coverage of sure-fire strategies for maintaining your lawn, sports field, golf course, or park in perfect condition while using less water, fertilizer, mowing, pesticide, and labor! A major strength o the book is the wealth of information presented on management strategies, complete with do-it-yourself instructions for site selection, soil preparation, seed rates and planting, turf establishment, and renovation. Time and cost-saving techniques for effective mowing, thatch control, pest management, water conservation, water management, fertilizer use, stress management, and pest management are presented in a user-friendly manner--complete with helpful checklists, and step-by-step instructions. A vast amount of useful reference material will ensure the success of your maintenance program. No other book covers virtually every aspect of successful turf management. Features: * Covers every aspect of a successful turfgrass maintenance program. * Presents hundreds of cost-saving methods. * Tips to reduce labor. * Simple step-by-step instructions. * Hundreds of photographs and drawings. * Encyclopedic reference material. * Unique turf selection guidelines. * Fundamentals of turfgrass soils.

Author : Robert Bowden
Publisher : Fruit & Vegetable Gardening Gu
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2015-04-06
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781591869054

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Florida Fruit & Vegetable Gardening by Robert Bowden Pdf

Learn how to plant, grow & harvest the best fruits & vegetables in the sunshine state. Get tips, charts & maps to assist throughout the different climates in Florida.

Author : Mac Perry
Publisher : Pineapple Press Inc
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 1561640573

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Landscaping in Florida by Mac Perry Pdf

Presents a wealth of practical and pleasing landscape ideas suited to the demands of the Florida climate and environment.