1028 BROADWAY 2016-01-01 MF Import

! � lrr,,�err �n: � • l�hc �ir}�tl� vom v.1::�!! : ��Luu r.� nr.;Jl.,� c>:tr:ir;. vr,nrr d�E�c:�ds :;�� fr,c inonng dcpth uf thc pl.int. A��pro�iriatcl�• �rrigatcd la�+�n grass:,:, nennally root in the top 6 to 12 incl�es of'soil; lawns irrigateci on ;; � daily basis often root onh� in the top 1 inch of soil. Impronci irri�_;�;ir,n can encouragc pest problems, Ieac6 nutrients, and make a la��n comp�ctely dcpcndent on artificial watering. 7�he amount of n atci � applic� depends on Uie normal rooting depth of thc turfgrass specic� u�sed, d�e a��ailable water holding cnpacity of thc soil, and the efticicncy of the irrigation system. Consult �vith ihc local wztcr utilin. � Cunscrvation llistrict, or Cooperative L'-xtcnsion oftiac to hclp dctenninc optimum irrigation practiccs. !�crtili�er Alannge».enC � . Turfgrass is most responsive to nitrogen fertilization, followed b} potassium and phosphorus. Fcrtilization needs vary by site dependmg � on plant, soil and climatic conditions. Lvaluation of soil nutrient Ic��cls through rcgulaz tcsting ensures the bcst possiblc cfficiency and cconomy of fertilization. 1'ar details on soils testing, contact the loc.,l � e Conscrvation District or Cooperative Extension Scn�icc. fenilizers should he applied in amounts appropriate for the target ��egetation and at the time of year that minimizes losses to surfacc and a �ruund waters. Uo not fcrtilizc during a drought or whcn thc soil is i dn�. Altcrnatively, do not apply fcrtilizcrs within t}vec days prior�o predicred rainfall. The longer the period behveen fertilizer applicahon �� and cither rainfnll or irrigation, thc less fcrtilizer runoff occurs. • Use slow rcicasc fcrtilizers such as methylenc urea, IDBU, or resin � coated fcrtilizers when appropriate, generally in tlie spring. Usc ��f' slo�v release fertilizers is especially important in areas with sanJ� �� gravelly soils. � • Time the tertiliur application to periods of maximum plant uptake. Generally fall and spring applications are recommended, although �'JSl1 turf specialists rccommend four fertilizer applications per year. � • Properly trained persons should apply all fertilizers. At commcrcial and industrial facilities fenilizers should not be applied to grass swales, filter strips, or bufTer areas that drain to sensitive ��ater bodies � unless appro�ed by the local jurisdiction. /rircgra(erl Pest Afanagen:e��! � An IPM program might consist of the following steps: � 2-28 Volume IV— Source Confrol (PolJution Prevention) BMPs Janu�ry 2005 ( � l.sd