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.
Planting Bare-root Tree Seedlings in Spring
Penn State Extension, 2020
Bare-root seedlings are commonly used for large tree planting projects. They should be planted in early spring when seedlings are dormant. This article, and included video, will explain how to properly care for and plant bare-root tree seedlings.
Transplanting or Moving Trees and Shrubs in the Landscape
Penn State Extension, 2007
When you realize that a large shrub or tree was planted in the wrong spot in your landscape what do you do?
Introduction to Groundskeeping
Beacon Athletics, 2021
Beacon Athletics developed Groundskeeper U to help baseball grounds crews get on the same page, doing things the right way. When you complete these introductory modules and lessons, you’ll be equipped with all the basic knowledge you need to avoid common groundskeeping mistakes and become a contributing member of your crew.
Invasive Plants
HortTube with Jim Putnam, 2020
This video highlights common ornamental plants found in home and park landscapes that become invasive problems.
The Effects of Invasive Species
New Jersey Audobon, 2020
This video highlights invasive species common to the mid-Atlantic region and demonstrates some of the effects specific species can create when uncontrolled.
A Guide to the Control and Management of Invasive Phragmites
US Fish & Wildlife Service
The goal of this guide is to provide information about effective methods to control and manage phragmites.
Phragmites: Questions and Answers
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
This fact-sheet outlines questions and answers about Non-native Phragmites, also known as common reed, is a perennial, aggressive wetland grass that outcompetes native plants and displacesnative animals.
How to Fell a Tree with a Chainsaw
Stihl USA
Certified arborist Mark Chisholm provides helpful and important safety tips for professionals on how to fell a tree.
Notching and Backcutting
Workplace Safety North, 2013
This video covers the techniques used to fell trees safely and features professional demonstrations of the key steps involved. It examines three parts of a proper felling cuet -- the notch, the backcut and the hinge -- and explains the roles of each. It also looks at hazards commonly found on the felling site and shows how to deal with them safely.
"Felling A ""Leaner"""
Top Branch Tree Service, 2017
Taking down an OAK LEANING the WRONG WAY! A few tips and how we do it and using a rope come-along!
What's Wrong With My Tree?
Oregon State University Extension, 2017
Are you worried about a tree on your property? Oregon State University Extension Service Foresters help you learn about individual tree needs, how to detect and describe symptoms of poor tree health, and to decide whether you need to take further action.
Fertilizer Math
Sports Turf Managers Association, 2021
For expert insight into fertilizer application and rates, SportsField Management recently interviewed Christopher S. Gray, Sr., golf channel manager, professional fertilizers at LebanonTurf, and Steve Harris, manager, golf national accounts and sports turf at SiteOne.
Irrigation Water Quality Guidelines for Turfgrass Sites
Penn State Extension, 2016
Irrigation water quality is becoming an important issue for managers of golf courses, athletic fields, and institutional grounds in Pennsylvania.
Herbicide Mode of Action Classification
Herbicide Resistance Action Committee, 2020
There are many varieties of herbicides that help to manage weeds in different ways. Use this guide for finding herbicides by their mode of action.
Herbicide Mode of Action Master List
Herbicide Resistance Action Committee, 2020
This document provides a detailed spreadsheet for the 2020 HRAC MOA classification update.
