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How bermudagrass recovers from spring dead spot Posted on 16 Mar 2022 in the From the Magazine & Research categories.

Hybrid bermudagrass (Cynodon dactylon × C. transvaalensis) is one of the most desirable turfgrasses for golf courses in the Transition Zone because of its aggressive growth habit, traffic tolerance, uniformity Read more»

Studies show successful dormant bermudiagrass sprigging in Transition Zone Posted on 15 Feb 2022 in the Featured & From the Magazine & Research categories.

Researchers at Virginia Tech University look at how dormant sprigging could allow superintendents to take advantage of the time of year with reduced outdoor maintenance labor and fewer golfers using the course. Read more»

Winter bermudagrass overseeding: Does it hurt or help? Posted on 14 May 2018 in the Featured & Research categories.

Bermudagrass (Cynodon dactylon) is the choice for golf course fairways and tees in the South and in the Transition Zone because it tolerates close mowing (less than 3/4 inch) and Read more»