Title: Select turf seed or sod based on site characteristics.
Course: Agricultural Education - Preparation (18003-II) > Section: Investigating the Landscaping Industry

Selection should be based on

  - the planting site (e.g., soil quality, drainage, climate)
  - the site's stress factors (e.g., presence of trees, level of traffic, use of turf)
  - resistance to location-specific diseases
  - desired level of maintenance
  - aesthetic considerations (e.g., density, texture, color)
  - budget.

Process/Skill Questions:

  - What are the different applications of turf?
  - What are economical and durable turf options?
  - What are more expensive turf options?
  - What is a cultivar?
  - When would sod be more beneficial than seeding?