MSU Turfgrass Science: Home Lawn Renovation

Home Lawn Renovation

Maybe you need to establish a lawn on a new site. Maybe you've decided it's time to start over. Understanding your site and how the area will be used will be important in selecting the right species.

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Summer Arrives

Weed ID & Control

Dealing with Grubs

Crabgrass Control

Weekly Landscape Advisory

Lawncare University DVD

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Home Lawn Renovation, Seeding and Species Selection Resources:

Bulletin Office : Single or bulk quantities of the bulletins listed below and additional educational materials are available at the MSU Bulletin Office.

Buying Grass Seed | 116k
Purchasing quality turfgrass seed for reestablishing lawns or establishing new lawns is critical to the future success of the lawn.

Establishing a New Lawn Using Seed | 656k
Successful lawn establishment means doing the right thing at the right time. Commonly, new lawns fail to become established because of poor quality seed, improper selection of turfgrass species or varieties, poor soil conditions, improper site preparation or lack of irrigation after seeding.

Establishing a New Lawn Using Sod | 332k
Sodding is the quickest means of establishing a lawn. This bulletin discusses advantages and disadvantages of establishing from sod and outline the nine steps to successful establishment.

Kentucky Bluegrass Cultivars for Michigan | 316k
Kentucky bluegrass is the most widely used turfgrass in Michigan. The species is persistent and attractive and has a medium to fine leaf texture and medium to dark green color when properly fertilized.

LawnCare 101 DVD | E2937
This DVD is your quick guide to lawn renovation and lawn care from the experts at Michigan State University. DVD includes ten informative lessons on the 'A to Z' of lawn care presented in an easy to use format.

Tall Fescue Cultivars for Michigan | 324k
Tall fescue is a resilient grass that adapts well to a wide range of growing conditions in Michigan. New tall fescue cultivars merit serious consideration for use in home lawns, grounds, parks and playgrounds.

Turfgrass Species and Cultivar Selection | 560k
The first step in renovation is selecting a grass species that is well adapted to your site. Learn the charateristics of common turfgrass species suitable for Michigan.

Turfgrasses for the Midwest : NCR-192 Regional Turfgrass Project