{"product_id":"wiley-applied-turfgrass-science-and-physiology-turf-management-guide","title":"Wiley: Applied Turfgrass Science and Physiology – Turf Management Guide","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDerived from a successful seminar for the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America, Wiley's Applied Turfgrass Science and Physiology distills proven turf science into a practical, field-ready resource. It translates complex plant behavior into actionable steps you can adapt to real-world conditions, from lawns and athletic fields to golf course landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book offers a comprehensive view of turfgrass species and their traits, helping you select varieties that match your climate, soil, and maintenance goals. You’ll see how different grasses perform under drought, heat, and shade, with guidance you can apply when planning renovations, renovations, or routine maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCore topics span irrigation, mowing, fertilization, cultivation, and the use of plant growth regulators and bio-stimulants. The text links these cultural practices to turf resilience, color, and overall vigor, supported by case studies and more than 165 illustrations that reinforce key concepts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat you’ll learn\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverview of common turfgrass species and how their traits affect performance in different climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariety selection and establishment considerations for golf courses, sports fields, and landscapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant responses to drought, temperature extremes, and shade stresses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLatest guidance on irrigation, mowing, fertilization, cultivation, and growth regulators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe role of biostimulants in supporting turf health and pest resilience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReal-world applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase studies showing decision-making for irrigation scheduling and mowing strategies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical scenarios for tuning cultural practices to different stress conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIllustrative visuals to aid planning, interpretation, and communication with stakeholders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re maintaining a pristine golf green, a university field, or a high-traffic lawn, this guide presents possibilities—backed by research and real-world experience—about how to manage turfgrass more effectively under diverse conditions. The emphasis is on practical, non-guaranteed improvements you can aim for as part of a thoughtful turf management plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Who is this book best suited for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Turf managers, superintendents, landscapers, and students seeking practical turf science and management insights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What topics does the guide cover?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Turfgrass varieties, drought and shade responses, irrigation, mowing, fertilization, cultivation, growth regulators, and bio-stimulants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53087088869487,"sku":"0471472700","price":178.28,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/7354\/2767\/files\/wiley-applied-turfgrass-science-and-physiology-cover.jpg?v=1778648016","url":"https:\/\/golfavero.com\/products\/wiley-applied-turfgrass-science-and-physiology-turf-management-guide","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}