Unit 4: Turfgrass Cultural Practices

Lesson 3: Irrigation

overview

Cultural practices incorporate all of the methods that can be applied to sustain healthy turfgrass. Proper use of cultural practices promotes overall health of turfgrass so plants can better withstand pest pressure and environmental stresses. Irrigation is a primary cultural practice that is necessary to supply water to turfgrass plants. When natural precipitation is not adequate, irrigation is necessary to ensure moisture for plant growth.

objectives

Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  • Describe the purposes of irrigation for turfgrass areas
  • Explain turfgrass irrigation requirements
  • Determine irrigation frequency and amount
  • Compare how different soil textures affect water availability
  • Identify irrigation parts
  • Assess sprinkler distribution patterns

objectives

Turgeon, A. J. (2007). Turfgrass Management. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Simon & Schuster.

Puhalla, J., Krans, J., Goatley, M. (1999). Sports Fields. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

Residential Sprinkler System Design Handbook: A Step-By-Step Introduction to Design and Installation – Hunter Industries

Conducting an Irrigation Audit – STMA

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