Endurant takes Twitter this summer as turf pros prep for fall

Turf managers are sharing their experiences using Endurant throughout the summer and as they begin fall management preparations. [caption id="attachment_1290" align="aligncenter" width="660"] Zoysia gets an August color boost with Endurant. Turf colorant provides a full turfgrass makeover to this zoysia grass. Before and after photos shared by Landscape Supply.[/caption] The images posted are a few of our favorite photos of Endurant turf colorants used on home lawns, farms, golf courses or sports fields that users shared in August. Endurant is used throughout the summer on cool and warm season grasses. Endurant is also the first choice for fall color preparations. Endurant turf colorants are popular throughout the year on warm and cool season grasses, but fall is one of the most common times of the year for turfgrass professionals to consider color enhancers as cooler weather will begin to cause grass to lose color and chlorophyl, particularly in warm season grass varieties. Nonetheless, cool season grasses were enhanced by the use of Endurant throughout this summer and leading into fall as well. Turfgrass professionals, Read More

Fall golf prep: Traditional overseed, liquid overseed or both

It's never too early to plan. What you do this fall and winter may be less expensive to choose now. There are several considerations to review when choosing whether to leave dormant turf as-is or whether to choose between traditional overseed, liquid overseed or both. [caption id="attachment_287" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Endurant eco-friendly turf colorant applied at Hillwood Country Club provides a vibrant turfgrass transformation during full winter dormancy. Endurant also provides a boost in color when low temperatures cause intermittent browning.[/caption] Read More

Grass paints for lawn repair

Drought, dry lawn, fertilizer burn-- whatever the woe, green grass paints provide a solution. Get a beautiful green lawn while minimizing fertilizer, water and chemical usage. Green grass paints reduce common lawn repair costs while also reducing chemical usage and water. Results with Endurant green grass paints are instant and last up to three months depending upon the rate of grass growth, frequency of mowing and other factors. Read More

How to fix and avoid common lawn problems

There is a relatively small list of the most common turf problems and how to avoid or repair them. These lawn and garden problems are relatively easy to avoid. Expert lawn care tips can help almost every level of gardener or landscaper. Read More

Winter turf prep: Overseed, colorant or hybrid

It's about time to consider the fall turfgrass plan for winter management. Are you planning to overseed, apply colorant or considering a combination of the two? Very few golf course superintendents choose to overseed anymore and if they do, they apply colorant as well-- especially on the east coast of the United States. [caption id="attachment_976" align="aligncenter" width="969"] Overseed 2016, left. Endurant turf colorant 2017, right. Photo credit: Golf Course Superintendent Alex Price[/caption] Read More

How to reduce lawn stress in the summer

Heat stress can lead to brown grass and a dry lawn. And, much like people, a stressed lawn and garden is in need of a deep “breath” of oxygen. Proper hydration, or water management, is also key to a lawn and landscape that handles summer heat well. [caption id="attachment_1230" align="aligncenter" width="525"] Keep lawns happy this summer. Learn how to reduce lawn stress. (Image from Lawn Wranglers)[/caption] Summer would seem the perfect time for a green lawn. Yet often too much heat, not enough oxygen and either too much or too little water at the roots cause stress and brown grass. Here are expert tips on how to reduce lawn stress in the summer so you can get that healthy green lawn you desire. Read More

Buy lawn paint or make your own grass paint?

Should you make your own lawn paint or buy grass paint?

Sometimes DIY projects are great. Sometimes, they become the more expensive way to do things. Here is some information to consider when choosing whether to add green back to your lawn using a commercial colorant or making your own lawn dye. Maybe you didn't even know that you can buy lawn paint or you can make your own green grass dye at home. Before you start stirring up your homemade recipe Read More

Geoponics: What we do

Geoponics provides environmentally sustainable alternatives to common practices used in sod growing, lawn care, turfgrass management, landscaping, golf course management and sports field maintenance. Everything we do and provide is with the goal of minimizing the over-use of water, pesticides, fungicides, algaecides, fertilizer and other harmful chemicals. Meanwhile, Geoponics' products provide optimal results for healthy soil and plants, gorgeous aesthetics for colorful landscapes, as well as economical options for nearly all budget levels of managing turfgrass and lawns. Great landscapes, like brilliant lives, burst with color. We've got you colored.  Read More

Pond colorant safely beautifies ponds

Whether a water feature on a golf course, a backyard pond or a neighborhood waterway, beautification matters. Turn a mucky, mirky pond into a beautiful pond safely, quickly and economically with Aquaveil pond colorant. [caption id="attachment_1178" align="alignleft" width="1140"] After Aquaveil Pond Colorant applied to a golf course community pond[/caption] Read More

POA Annua: Yesterday and today

In case you missed it, here are scenes from the POA Annua Golf Classic & G.C. Horn Memorial Tournament held at Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club. We have also mixed in some history shared by the Everglades Golf Course Superintendents Association of America as the event celebrates more than 40 years of participation. The 2017 POA Annua, presented by the Everglades GCSA, was held Thursday, May 18 through Saturday, May 20. [caption id="attachment_1137" align="alignleft" width="960"] Scenes from Poa Annua Golf Classic 2017 at Naples Beach Hotel and Golf Club presented by the Everglades GCSA in combination with the GC Horn Memorial Tournament benefiting turfgrass research at University of Florida. Featuring Endurant turf colorants for event-ready turf all year long using less water, less fertilizer and fewer chemicals.[/caption]     Read More