Written by Mike Hamilton, CCA & President of Turf Dietitian There’s good and bad news regarding calcium management. The bad news is that the plant has difficulty absorbing calcium due to its size and strong electrical charge. The good news is that calcium is so abundant in most soil in the US that the plant… Read More »
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Mike's Tips - Mike Hamilton, CCA, shares his knowledge and expertise on plant health to help golf superintendents, turfgrass professionals, and homeowners improve outcomes, reduce waste, and maximize efficiency. Check back monthly for new blog posts, especially his Nutrient of the Month column.
Organic Matter Management
Written by Mike Hamilton, CCA & President of Turf Dietitian Organic matter is the most essential of all soil components; organic matter is the most critical but, conversely, the most obstructive and misunderstood. Organic matter provides a reservoir for nutrients, microorganisms, carbohydrates, organic compounds, and water. However, if the organic matter becomes too dense, it… Read More »
Shade & Air Movement
Written by Mike Hamilton, CCA & President of Turf Dietitian People love trees and think it is a sin to cut down healthy trees. After all, trees are beautiful, and many are older than the oldest human. Additionally, they benefit man by absorbing potentially harmful gasses, such as sulfur dioxide and carbon monoxide, from the… Read More »
Nutrient of the Month – Boron – The Personal Trainer for Plants
Written by Mike Hamilton, CCA & President of Turf Dietitian “I’m a personal trainer for plants.” Boron may not be on your radar when considering what nutrients to apply to get your turf as strong as possible. So, why is boron the nutrient of the month in March? Because March is the month when turf… Read More »
The Key to Plant Life and Soil Health
Written by Mike Hamilton, CCA & President of Turf Dietitian Increasing Microbial Populations by Incorporating Organic Carbon Sources If you’re looking to increase your soil’s microbial activity, you must develop or maintain a cultural program that produces an optimal environment. Or at least one more favorable in terms of aeration, moisture, pH, and organic production… Read More »
Nutrient of the Month – Potassium, The Diva of them All
Written by Mike Hamilton, CCA & President of Turf Dietitian “I’m the Diva of Plant Nutrients” Potassium is a vital component for the healthy development of plants. Dissimilar to nitrogen and phosphorus, Potassium doesn’t get utilized in any plant’s structural formation. Potassium is found within the plant cell solution and is responsible for many life-sustaining… Read More »
