PUBLICATION W161M
Turfgrass Maintenance: Thatch
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Summary
Excessive growth or poor soil conditions can accumulate thatch in turfgrasses, affecting resilience and impact absorption. Mechanical dethatching is recommended for this issue.
Publications in Series: Turfgrass Maintenance
Turfgrass Maintenance: Cultivation
Turfgrass Maintenance: Developing a Turf Fertilization Plan
Turfgrass Maintenance: Essential Elements
Turfgrass Maintenance: Fertilizers
Turfgrass Maintenance: Irrigation
Turfgrass Maintenance: Mowers
Turfgrass Maintenance: Mowing
Turfgrass Maintenance: Rolling
Turfgrass Maintenance: Topdressing
Harvested for You
Based on the subjects and categories of this publication, you may be interested in the following resources.
Instructions for Collecting and Packing Turfgrass Sample for Diagnostic Lab
2025 Lawn Maintenance Calendar
Management of Turfs Based on Location and Use in Public Gardens
