Turfgrass Science News

Allow some browning in lawns to conserve water

In Yard and Garden News, Maggie Reiter, Extension turfgrass educator, Shane Evans, lawn water conservation educator, and Florence Breuillin-Sessoms, turfgrass scientist, have written a very timely article. If you are wondering about your brown lawn, make sure to read Allow some browning in lawns to conserve water for tips on handling this hot and dry weather.


University of Minnesota Turfgrass team in the media – 6/16/21

Check out our team’s latest efforts in educating the public about our work. Eric Watkins contributed an article to the June 2021 issue of Hole Notes magazine from the MGCSA. "SCANGREEN: An international greens-height turfgrass evaluation program" is on page 42!


Drought in the land of 10,000 lakes

By Shane Evans


Learn how to make your irrigation system “smart”

We're in for a hot and dry spell so now is the time to learn about technology to help your sprinkler system for this season. Read more on the topic in the Extension article, How to make your irrigation system “smart”, by Shane Evans and Maggie Reiter in Yard and Garden News.


What is Turfgrass Science?

aerial view of the UMN Turfgrass Research, Outreach and Education Center

The University of Minnesota's Turfgrass Science Program conducts field-based research and offers education and consultation to both commercial turfgrass managers and homeowners caring for their yards. Want to search our site? Click here.

Lawn Care Newsletter

Are you interested in home lawn care? Sign up now for our monthly email newsletter! Read our previous issues.

Follow @UMNTurf

X logo

Stay up-to-date on the latest news from the UMN Turfgrass Science team by following @UMNTurf on X.

 

For turfgrass or home lawn questions, contact:

Ask a Master Gardener

Submit your question

A master gardener discussing lawns with a resident