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Episode 2
Turfgrass Audit #1 – Bermuda, St. Augustine & Fun Buzz Words
This video audits three distinct lawn care programs, providing expert advice on maintenance, fertilization, and pest control for various grasses.
Episode 3
Sep 25, 2026
48:31 mins
Turfgrass Audit #2 – What does St. Augustine really need? PLUS Q&A
This turfgrass audit episode covers managing lawn diseases, surfactant use, Japanese beetle control, and provides a comprehensive, beginner-friendly St. Augustine program.
Sep 25, 2026
48:31 mins
Episode Summary
In this comprehensive episode of The On Turf Podcast, we take a deep dive into everything you need to know about St. Augustine grass — Florida’s most popular turfgrass variety. Whether you’re a homeowner maintaining your residential lawn or a turf professional managing commercial properties, this episode is packed with actionable insights.
We cover the key St. Augustine varieties including Floratam, Palmetto, CitraBlue, and Seville, discussing which performs best in different Florida regions and soil conditions. Our agronomic experts break down seasonal maintenance calendars, from spring green-up fertilization through fall pre-emergent applications.
Topics covered include proper mowing height (3.5–4 inches), irrigation scheduling for Florida’s sandy soils, chinch bug identification and treatment, and the role of soil pH in nutrient uptake. We also discuss how Council-Oxford’s Foliar-Pak products can support a healthier, more resilient St. Augustine lawn.
Key Topics Covered
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St. Augustine Grass Varieties
Floratam, Palmetto, CitraBlue, Seville comparison and cold-hardiness metrics.
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Seasonal Maintenance Calendar
Month-by-month care schedule optimized for Florida's unique coastal transitions.
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Mowing Best Practices
Why mowing at 3.5–4 inches protects roots, reduces evaporation, and outcompetes local weeds.
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Irrigation & Water Management
Proper scheduling techniques for sandy soils to avoid root-rot pathogens.
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Pest & Disease Control
Diagnosing chinch bugs early, plus preventative strategies for gray leaf spot and take-all root rot.
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Soil Testing & pH Management
Understanding the chemistry limits that block trace mineral uptake in high pH soils.
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Fertilization Programs
Foliar-Pak liquid nutrient applications and matching slow-release nitrogen timing.
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Weed Prevention
Navigating summer chemical bans with intelligent pre-emergent bar boundaries.
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Welcome to Turfgrass Audit!
Cole Council introduces Turfgrass Audit, a new podcast dedicated to analyzing turf care programs, sharing industry expertise, and helping people save money.
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