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Publications

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Cool-Season Grasses: Lawn Establishment and Renovation

Publication date: Oct. 26, 2022

Reviewed by Peng TianAssistant Professor, Plant SciencesReviewed by Manoj ChhetriDepartment of HorticultureReviewed by Brad S. FresenburgDivision of Plant SciencesEstablishment of turfgrass brings beauty to any landscape. While preparing an area for ...

Grasses in Shade: Establishing and Maintaining Lawns in Low Light

Publication date: Oct. 26, 2022

Reviewed by Peng TianAssistant Professor, Plant SciencesReviewed by Manoj ChhetriDepartment of HorticultureBrad S. FresenburgDepartment of HorticultureTrees and shade create a naturally pleasing environment in the landscape. However, it is difficult ...

Natural Lawn Care

Publication date: Oct. 26, 2022

Reviewed by Peng TianAssistant Professor, Plant SciencesReviewed by Manoj ChhetriDepartment of HorticultureBrad S. FresenburgAssistant Extension Professor and Turfgrass State SpecialistDivision of Plant SciencesIncreasing numbers of homeowners are ...

Resources for Your Flooded Home

Publication date: April 21, 2022

Cleaning up after a flood takes special care. Families returning to their flooded homes should exercise caution before and during the cleanup process. To help you get your life and home back to normal, download this PDF.ContentsSteps toward ...

“Don’t Bag It” Lawn Care

Publication date: March 18, 2022

Reviewed by Manoj ChhetriMU Extension Horticulture Field SpecialistBrad Fresenberg and Chris StarbuckDepartment of HorticultureBenefitsComposting your yard wastes results in an abundance of healthy fruits and vegetables from your garden, a safer ...

Managing Lawns and Turfgrass

Publication date: May 1, 2016

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Brad Fresenburg and Lee MillerDivision of Plant SciencesIt takes some time and effort to develop a lawn with the right mixture of turfgrass species and varieties for your landscape and situation, but it is worth the investment to achieve results that ...

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MU Extension in Phelps County
200 N. Main, Courthouse
Rolla, MO 65401

Phone:
573-458-6260

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Office hours:

8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Closed from noon to 12:30 p.m.

Description:

Located on the ground floor, west side of the Phelps County Courthouse.