Custodial and Grounds
A well-trained custodial and grounds crew knows what to do, why they are doing it, and how best to take care of park maintenance. This area contains resources applicable to staff organization, health and safety, and efficient logistical approaches to improve custodial and grounds operations.
Weed control: Common Purslane (Portulaca oleracea L.)
Penn State Extension, 2021
Common purslane, sometimes referred to as pursley or wild portulaca, is a weed of low-maintenance lawns, parks, institutional grounds, and athletic fields.
Weed control: Yellow Nutsedge (Cyperus esculentus)
Penn State Extension, 2019
Yellow nutsedge—sometimes referred to as nutgrass—is a persistent weed problem in lawns, athletic fields, and golf course turf.
Weed control: Spotted Spurge - Chamaesyce Maculata L.
Penn State Extension, 2020
Spotted spurge—sometimes referred to as prostrate spurge or spotted sandmat—is a weed of lawns, parks, institutional grounds, and athletic fields.
Weed control: Wild violet (Viola spp.)
Penn State Extension, 2019
Wild violet is a common name used for several species within the Viola genus that infest home lawns, parks, grounds, cemeteries, and other turf areas.
Weed control: White clover (Trifolium repens L.)
Penn State University, 2020
White clover (Trifolium repens L.) is perhaps the most common weed of home lawns and other turf areas.
Postemergence Control of Crabgrass and Other Summer Annual Grasses in Lawns
Penn State Extension, 2017
The most common summer annual grasses in our region include crabgrasses (Digitaria spp.), goosegrass (Eleusine indica), foxtails (Setaria spp.), and barnyardgrass (Echinochloa crusgalli).
Weed control: Japanese Stiltgrass [Microstegium vimineum (Trin.) A. Camus]
Penn State Extension, 2020
Japanese stiltgrass, also known as Nepalese browntop and Mary's grass, is a highly invasive weed along roadsides bordering wooded areas, in infrequently mowed naturalized rough areas on golf courses, as well as in shaded or partially shaded parks and lawns.
Weed control: Common chickweed [Stellaria media (L.) Vill.]
Penn State Extension, 2020
Common chickweed is a weed of home lawns, parks, golf courses, and athletic fields.
Weed control: Nimblewill (Muhlenbergia schreberi)
Penn State Extension, 2015
Nimblewill is a native warm season perennial grass. It is extremely common, especially in older lawns.
Iron in Turfgrass Irrigation Water
Penn State Extension, 2021
The presence of higher-than-normal iron concentrations in water samples may be of concern to turfgrass managers due to possible negative effects on irrigation systems and other cosmetic problems.
Evaluation of Playing Surface Characteristics of Various In-Filled System
Penn State University, 2016
This study was designed to evaluate the playing surface quality of various infill systems over time.
Wildland Weed Management
Penn State University, 2021
We work with public lands, private landowners, practitioners, and researchers to manage natural landscapes for their best ecological value. Invasive weeds impact nearly all compromised natural landscapes - whether they are the cause or a result of other disturbances. We work to replace invasive species with native species and rebuild higher-functioning ecosystems.
Keys of Turfgrass Insect Management
NC State University, 2021
This tool has been designed to help identify insect pests based on turfgrass damage. Insect damage in turfgrass can be difficult to diagnose as many insects cause similar types of nondescript damage.
PA Certified Pesticide Applicators & Registered Technicians
PA Department of Agriculture, 2021
Current requirements for public / commercial pesticide applicators and registered technicians outlined by the state of Pennsylvania
Sheet Mulching: Lawn to Garden Bed in 3 Steps
Penn State Extension, 2020
Never dig up turfgrass again! With sheet mulching, you can easily transform lawn areas into a new garden bed. You will use readily available, sustainable materials and zero chemicals. This video will show you how!
