TURFGRASS MANAGEMENT-BASIC
MAINTENANCE PRACTICES EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What should determine when to irrigate the golf course? - Answer-ET
(evapotranspiration), plant's total water needs are influenced by the type of grass,
condition of the soil, thatch, drainage patterns, temperature, wind, humidity, shade, and
the frequency and total amount of rain
Human oversight of automated irrigation systems is necessary for accurate
management of course water requirements. (t/f) - Answer-true
What should be done frequently to insure the health of turfgrass grown in clay soil? -
Answer-aeration
What is the primary benefit of overseeding warm season grasses? - Answer-provides a
green surface playing area during the winter months when the warm season grasses go
dormant
Describe an example in which overseeding would be practical. - Answer-for dormant
warm grasses
Why is aeration usually performed in the spring? - Answer-aeration needs to be done
when the grass is vigorous and not under temperature stress so the turf can recover
more quickly
Provide an example where excessive evapotranspiration is most likely to be a problem.
- Answer-short greens on a hot and high traffic day
Soil compaction and poor drainage create a turfgrass environment that is susceptible to
invasion by weeds. - Answer-yes includes soil compaction, excess water (poor
drainage), weak or worn turfgrass, and low mowing heights
Superintendents may retain some thatch to moderate the effects of summer heat. (t/f) -
Answer-true
Thatch is one component of a balanced environment that ensures healthy turfgrass. (t/f)
- Answer-false- dethatching is
Healthy turfgrass dominates a given area leaving little or no room for weeds. (t/f) -
Answer-true
MAINTENANCE PRACTICES EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What should determine when to irrigate the golf course? - Answer-ET
(evapotranspiration), plant's total water needs are influenced by the type of grass,
condition of the soil, thatch, drainage patterns, temperature, wind, humidity, shade, and
the frequency and total amount of rain
Human oversight of automated irrigation systems is necessary for accurate
management of course water requirements. (t/f) - Answer-true
What should be done frequently to insure the health of turfgrass grown in clay soil? -
Answer-aeration
What is the primary benefit of overseeding warm season grasses? - Answer-provides a
green surface playing area during the winter months when the warm season grasses go
dormant
Describe an example in which overseeding would be practical. - Answer-for dormant
warm grasses
Why is aeration usually performed in the spring? - Answer-aeration needs to be done
when the grass is vigorous and not under temperature stress so the turf can recover
more quickly
Provide an example where excessive evapotranspiration is most likely to be a problem.
- Answer-short greens on a hot and high traffic day
Soil compaction and poor drainage create a turfgrass environment that is susceptible to
invasion by weeds. - Answer-yes includes soil compaction, excess water (poor
drainage), weak or worn turfgrass, and low mowing heights
Superintendents may retain some thatch to moderate the effects of summer heat. (t/f) -
Answer-true
Thatch is one component of a balanced environment that ensures healthy turfgrass. (t/f)
- Answer-false- dethatching is
Healthy turfgrass dominates a given area leaving little or no room for weeds. (t/f) -
Answer-true
