Denver, CO – – – Ed Markham, President of the Rocky Mountain Sod Growers (RMSG) wants everyone to know that April is National Lawn Care Month. “As the temperature warms, more and more people are taking a good look at
Bad Habits and Bad Information Ruin Water Conservation Efforts
Longmont, CO – – – Lack of education and understanding concerning the true water needs of turfgrass is contributing to continued water conservation issues, and wasteful watering practices according to Rocky Mountain Sod Growers (RMSG) President, Steve Korby. “For years
Save Energy in Urban Areas – Install Sod
Longmont, CO – – – As the summer heat continues, it is important to understand why urban areas are hotter than rural areas. Urban areas may be 5 to 8 degrees warmer than rural green areas where trees and turfgrass
You Can Be Green – The Answer is Under Your Feet
Longmont, CO – – – Did you know that you can help to restore the environment with something as simple as turf grass? In fact, the United States Congress in 2003 said that, “Turf grass sod in urban areas and
Fall Watering and Sod Installation
Denver, CO – – – Ed Markham, President of the Rocky Mountain Sod Growers, advises homeowners to consider Fall sod installations and proper Fall watering guidelines. “Many homeowners fear that it is too late to install sod,” notes Markham. “Actually
Lawn Tonic Debunk
I get a lot of (mostly) good lawn questions. No big surprise there. More surprising (OK, annoying!) is how many gardening myth questions my Extension colleagues and I get – to include the use of magical, restorative tonics and elixirs
Fall Watering and Sod Installation
Denver, CO – – – Joe Wilkins, President of the Rocky Mountain Sod Growers, advises homeowners to consider how they water their grass and landscapes this Fall. “Due to cooler days in the Fall, landscapes use less water. However, Fall
Pre-emergents Prevent Grassy Weeds
Don’t let the beauty of your lawn be ruined by crabgrass and/or foxtail. These unwanted plants usually show up around June. Applying pre-emergent is an excellent way to prevent these grassy weeds from showing up in the future. In Colorado
Spring Sod
When is a good time to lay sod? Right now! Sodding during the spring is a good time to lay sod as it takes less water due to lower temperatures and moisture is gained through snow and rain. Most people
The Truth About Bluegrass
Learn about Kentucky Bluegrass from Colorado State University. This presentation is from the Pro-
Green Expo, 24 January 2008 by Tony Koski, Extension Turf Specialist.