Growth regulators were applied this week to suppress the seedhead production of our poa annua greens that will surface later in the season. The goal of the application is to reduce seedhead production, keeping the greens smooth, fast and consistent.
Seedhead suppression is a complicated endeavor due to the hundreds of poa annua bio types that exist and several environmental factors that affect seedhead production. Inconsistent results from traditional applications prompted me to experiment with new approaches to seedhead suppression two years ago. The new model that I have developed takes into account the variability of the spring weather and has produced extremely consistent results.
My seedhead suppression approach is certainly a departure from what is happening in the industry. However, the success that we have had is hard to argue with. My peers, as well as, researchers at Michigan State are intrigued with these new ideas.
Notice the numerous seedheads and uneven appearance from untreated area last year on #3 green:
Seedhead suppression is a complicated endeavor due to the hundreds of poa annua bio types that exist and several environmental factors that affect seedhead production. Inconsistent results from traditional applications prompted me to experiment with new approaches to seedhead suppression two years ago. The new model that I have developed takes into account the variability of the spring weather and has produced extremely consistent results.
My seedhead suppression approach is certainly a departure from what is happening in the industry. However, the success that we have had is hard to argue with. My peers, as well as, researchers at Michigan State are intrigued with these new ideas.
Notice the numerous seedheads and uneven appearance from untreated area last year on #3 green:
See you on the course-