Disease and scarab ID. 13

Disease and scarab ID. 13

Disease and scarab ID.  These are pretty useful for turf disease and scarab ID in the field. Indigo Specialty have very kindly donated this handy disease ID chart which has some nice clear images plus control options. The key to managing disease and scarab larvae is...
Biostimulants for turf. 12

Biostimulants for turf. 12

The public has become more aware of the impact of synthetic fertilisers and chemicals on the environment. The result is many turf managers have begun to use biostimulants for turf management in Australia. At very low rates these have many benefits and give a positive...
How to use pre-emergent herbicides. 11

How to use pre-emergent herbicides. 11

What is a pre-emergent herbicide? A pre-emergent herbicide prevents weeds from establishing. A post emergent herbicide i.e. sulfonylureas kills weeds once they have grown. The key to the use of pre-emergents is knowing how they work and behave in the soil. Not fully...
Weed ID Chart. 10

Weed ID Chart. 10

Turf Weed ID Chart The turf weed ID chart This is an easy-to-use turf weed Identification chart for Australian turf weeds, including lawn weeds. This discusses the conditions that favour common weeds and what your weed control options are. At the end of this article...
Managing winter grass in turf. 9

Managing winter grass in turf. 9

Why is managing winter grass in turf a problem? Without a doubt, its ability to adapt is the key reason why managing winter grass in turf is such a problem. The ability of winter grass to grow in a wide range of conditions means that it is a perfect weed competitor....
Echelon Duo. 8

Echelon Duo. 8

Echelon® Duo: fertilizer + pre-emergent herbicide + insecticide.  Indigo Echelon Duo is an Australian first in weed and insect control. It is a combination of an NPK fertilizer coated with oxadiazon and thiamethoxam. So with one application you can feed your turf...