Turfgrass Management - University of Minnesota Extension

The science and management of turfgrass

Important to urban and rural landscapes, turfgrass prevents erosion; improves flood control; improves biodegradation of organic chemicals; and defines recreational areas (athletic fields, parks, golf courses). It provides noise abatement, visual pollution control, and wildlife habitat, and is cooling and decorative. Our goals...

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	Educational Offerings


	We teach how to take care of lawns and other turfgrass areas, working through various organizations and agencies. Our audiences are: Professionals — training through vendors, professional associations and state agencies Master Gardeners — part of their core courses, continuing education and update training Public — typically for homeowners at locally arranged classes and workshops

Features

Fertilizing Lawns

Understanding the role of 18 essential elements will help promote healthy lawn growth.

Soil Test Interpretations and Fertilizer Management

A soil test will provide soil nutrient information and guide the use of fertilizer and lime.

	Phosphorus Use Restricted by Law


	Minnesota Phosphorus Fertilizer Law — Because of concern for excessive phosphorus in lakes and rivers from fertilizer, the Minnesota legislature passed a statewide law that restricts the application of phosphorus fertilizer to established turf. Details can be found in Chapter 18C of Minnesota Statutes.

Contact Information

Brian Horgan
Extension Horticulturalist–Turfgrass
Horticulture
254 Alderman Hall
1970 Folwell Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55108
Email: bphorgan@umn.edu
Phone: 612-624-0782
Fax: 612-624-4941

Bob Mugaas
Regional Extension Educator, Horticulture
Extension Regional Center, Farmington
Dakota County Extension & Conservation Center
4100 220th Street W, Suite 100
Farmington, MN 55024
Email: mugaa001@umn.edu
Phone: 651-480-7706
Fax: 651-480-7797

Program Team
Contact an Educator at a Regional Center or County Office near you.


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