Turfgrass in Mississippi
Mississippi
currently has over 2,500,000 acres of turf being maintained. The largest
single component is the over 2,000,000 acres in roadside turf maintained
by the highway department.
The second largest component, and the one which spends the most time and money on turf maintenance, is the yards of homeowners. There are almost 300,000 acres of lawns surround Mississippi's 740,000 homes.
In addition there are over 160 golf courses, over 2,000 athletic fields, and the turf surrounding schools, churches, and industrial sites. All of these areas are searching for ways to maintain attractive, pest free areas at low cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
What grass should I plant?
What is that plastic looking stuff on my greens?
How do I control weeds in the lawn?
How often should I mow?
Why won't grass grow on the crown of my football
field?
Is there money to be made in growing sod?
What does "aerate" mean?
What does topdress mean and why is it done?
When should turfgrass be watered?
Should I remove clippings?
When should I dethatch my grass?
Why is my grass thinning out?
Publications
MSUcares Turfgrass publications
Don't Give It Away
Composting: Nature's
Way to Recycle
The Imorted Fire Ant
And Its Control
Other Turfgrass Information
Composting: Nature's Way
To Recycle
The Imported Fire Ant
And Its Control
Weeds in Lawns