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When asking superintendents for one word to describe why they use Segway, Brian Aynardi, Ph.D. says, “the precise words may vary, but the adjectives are all similar: reliable, proven, trusted, consistent and dependable.” Others simply say, “It works. bit.ly/PBIFocusOnFung…

Paul Dotti, #Superintendent at Arcola Country Club says that he applies Segway in late April, then typically makes his second application in late May. He says that “with Segway, we really have a go-to product that’s going to allow us to sleep at night.” golfdom.com/sponsoredconte…

Segway and Union fungicides performing impeccably well on Pythium blight, compared with Serata and non-treated control at Rutgers University. @askturfexperts

If you choose to apply multiple products, especially herbicides in one tank, always test the ratio with approximate water volume in a jar test. Don’t be tempted to tank mix too many pesticides in one application. pbigordonturf.com/research-devel…

“Superintendents often describe Segway to me as proven, trusted, consistent, and dependable. Others simply say it works.” -Brian Aynardi, Ph.D. Learn more about Segway and best practices for industry-leading Pythium control: bit.ly/PBIFocusOnFung… #PBIGordonTurf

Dollar spot has been slow to develop along much of the east coast due to drought & low relative humidity. However, recent rain and a changing weather pattern will cause dollar spot to appear soon. Make sure preventive applications/re-applications are on the ground by mid-week.

With recent rainfall in the upper mid-Atlantic/Northeast, a flush of crabgrass has emerged, especially in voids where turf has been thin due to drought. Q4 Plus Herbicide is most effective when applied with ample soil moisture before crabgrass reaches the 2-3 tiller stage.

Find more seasonal tips and recommendations for turf management in the second edition of our field report: bit.ly/PBIFieldReport… #AskTurfExperts #PBIGordonTurf

It has been extremely dry in the upper Mid-Atlantic & Northeast (see NWS data). While weeds may present themselves, broadleaf weed herbicide applications should only be made when adequate soil moisture and desirable turf growth occurs. #AskTurfExperts #PBIGordonTurf

We know why we do it, but why do you do it? Share a photo that represents what you do, and let us know your favorite thing about working in the #turf industry! #WhyWeDoIt #PBIGordonTurf Photo credit: Jeffery Walsh, Green2Go Lawn Care

Apply Atrimmec® Plant Growth Regulator as a foliar spray for fast-acting, long-term regulation of landscape ornamental shrubs, hedges, trees, and groundcovers. Learn more from our Second Edition of the Research & Development Field Report: bit.ly/PBIFieldReport… #AskTurfExperts

Optimal time in the Mid-Atlantic to scout for small patches of Kyllinga species and spot control with Vexis herbicide before this problematic weed spreads.

Great information and innovative research projects were presented at the Virginia Tech turfgrass field day event at Independence Golf Club, including control of Poa annua using liquid nitrogen.

Segway® Fungicide SC is the industry standard for control of the four main types of Pythium disease: Pythium root dysfunction, Pythium damping-off, Pythium blight, and Pythium root rot. Learn more ⬇️

Rollercoaster weather is back in the Mid-Atlantic/NE. If temp swings exceed 25 degrees in 24 hrs before/after application, use caution w/ TZone as temporary tip bronzing may occur due to sulfentrazone. Bronzing will go away in 1-2 mowings, or consider SpeedZone as an alternative.

Early spring is optimal for preventive applications for fairy ring, yellow patch & Waitea patch control. Pedigree Fungicide SC protects #turf against all 3. Apply twice, 30-days apart at 3.25 fl. oz./1,000 sq.ft. Learn more: bit.ly/PBIFieldReport… #AskTurfExperts #PBIGordonTurf

Check out our #FieldReport for more helpful info for spring: bit.ly/PBIFieldReport… #AskTurfExperts #PBIGordonTurf

Avoid high rates of 2,4-D for broadleaf weed control during spring transition. Products such as Avenue™ South Broadleaf Herbicide and SpeedZone® Southern EW Broadleaf Herbicide for Turf have less 2,4-D and can be less injurious.

Spring transition for warm-season turfgrasses can be a susceptible time for herbicide injury, especially for St. Augustinegrass and centipedegrass. Bermudagrass and zoysiagrass are also susceptible, but their recovery potential is typically greater.

Pre-emergent goosegrass applications are typically applied 4-6 weeks after pre-emergent crabgrass applications. Oxadiazon, prodiamine, and indaziflam are highly effective for goosegrass control. #AskTurfExperts #FieldReport #PBIGordonTurf