Randy Tischer. President - Green Velvet Sod Farms

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1 GREEN VELVET TIMES Issue 189, Summer 2015 WHAT S INSIDE: What Product for Which Weed? Natural Alternatives...4 Recap of Our Columbus Grand Opening...5 Ohio Turfgrass Foundation Are You a Member?...6 Mark Your Calendar...6 Social Media Mash-Up...7 Fight Crabgrass with Last Call... 8 If it s green and growing, Apex-10 can help! Turf Shrubs Trees Flowers See page 4 for details Bellbrook Main Office Ph: Fax: Columbus Location Ph: Fax: greenvelvet.com info@greenvelvet.com Turf Terminators in Ohio? Not in my lifetime (I hope!) Randy Tischer President - Green Velvet Sod Farms If you follow the news, Western states - especially California, have been in a severe drought for several years now. California s Governor, Jerry Brown, has mandated California residents cut their water consumption by a minimum of 25% in the next year. Governor Brown insists that turfgrass is at the top of the list with regard to wasting water, and is offering residents rebates of over $5.00 per sq ft to rip out their natural turf lawns and replace them with desert landscaping mainly rocks/gravel and a few desert plants. One company in California that has cashed in on this government funded program is Turf Terminators, who have grown from 3 to over 500 employees in less than 1 year! Turf Terminators helps the homeowner handle all the steps of the rebate process. The homeowner assigns the rebate to Turf Terminators in exchange for a new - free drought friendly design. See their website at to learn more. The take home lesson for us here in the Midwest is to never take for granted our most valuable natural resource - one that we are blessed with so much of --- WATER. Enjoy the fact that your kids can play on a front yard that is composed of soft green grass and not gravel and rocks. I love irrigation systems, but irrigate wisely. How many times have you driven by a lawn whose irrigation system is running during or just after a heavy rainstorm? Only time will tell if ripping out natural turf is the right decision for the drought stricken west. With no grass to provide cooling, or prevent soil erosion, is the elimination of all turfgrass the right decision or just a knee jerk reaction to a much larger problem? I just hope and pray that the day a Turf Terminator truck drives down my street, I will be long gone from this earth! (Photos below from

2 Which Weed, What Product? POST-EMERGENT HERBICIDES FOR MATURE TURF Last Call (Fluroxpyr + Fenoxaprop + Dicamba) Selective post-emergent herbicide used in cool-season turf weed management Strong control of crabgrass, particularly in the mid-tiller stage of growth that quinclorac-based herbicides struggle with Controls wide spectrum of broadleaf weeds including dandelions, clover and lespedeza Removes bermudagrass from cool-season turf Last call can be used at half the usage rates of quinclorac based herbicides Rate: oz/1000 sq ft 2 x 2.5 gal/case Tenacity (Mesotrione) Tenacity is a selective, systemic herbicide that features a mode of action for pre- and post-emergence grass and broadleaf weed control in several cool- and warm-season turf species Weeds controlled include crabgrass, ground ivy, yellow foxtail, yellow nutsedge and nimblewill. It also controls unwanted bentgrass out of Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, and tall fescue turf Controls weeds at seeding reducing weed competition Can be applied on established or newly seeded turf Tenacity is rainfast within several hours under normal rainfall conditions Rate: 5-8 oz/acre 8 oz bottle 4x1 gal/case Pylex (Topramezone) Pylex herbicide is the standard for the control of Bermudagrass and goosegrass in cool-season turf, providing unmatched performance on these difficult-to-eliminate weeds Excellent control of nimblewill, crabgrass, clover, speedwell, and others. Should always be used with a crop oil concentrate (COC) to improve herbicide coverage, resulting in improved weed control Has shown it is safe to most cool-season grasses such as Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, fine fescue, and perennial ryegrass Rate: oz/acre 4 x 8 oz/case Solitare (Sulfentrazone + Quinclorac) Dual-action herbicide features a patent-pending, optimized combination of sulfentrazone and quinclorac that combats over 60 varieties of post-emergence weeds from the foliage down and the root up Stops the formation of vegetative reproduction structures, reducing the capability of reproduction for the remainder of the season and into the following season Impacts viability of seeds within the soil, helping to decrease weed populations this season and next Rate: 1 lb/acre 1 lb container Q4 Plus (Quinclorac + Sulfentrazone +2,4-D + Dicamba) Q4 Plus offers a single product control option for yellow nutsedge and grassy and broadleaf weed control in established turfgrass areas Contains 0.75 lbs. ai/acre of quinclorac for enhanced control of grassy weeds such as crabgrass and foxtail. Absorbed by both the leaves and roots and is translocated throughout the plant The sulfentrazone in Q4 Plus adds fast-acting yellow nutsedge control as a bonus. Formulated with precise ratios of 2,4-D and dicamba, the weed spectrum is broadened. The combination of these ingredients results in systemic and contact activity with multiple modes of action Highly selective on coolseason turf grasses. Labeled species include bluegrasses, perennial and annual ryegrasses, fescues and bermudagrass Rate: 3 oz/1000 sq ft 4 x 1 gal/case 2 x 2.5 gal/case Drive XLR8 (Quinclorac) Liquid formulation of quinclorac Gets into plant faster and is rainfast in less than an hour Controls crabgrass, foxtail and several broadleaf weeds including clover Safe for all cool season turf varieties Rate: 64 oz/acre 64 oz jug Quinclorac 75 DF (Quinclorac) Contains Quinclorac for post-emergence control of more than 200 tough broadleaf weeds plus crabgrass, foxtail, barnyardgrass and signalgrass Contains full load of 2,4-D and Dicamba for control of over 200 weeds Perfect late season application for annual grass and broadleaf weed escapes Three active ingredients pack a powerful punch Ideal for broadcast spray or spot applications Easy to use liquid measuring, use with limited agitation Rate: 1 lb/acre 1 lb bottle Quincept (2,4-D + Quinclorac + Dicamba) Contains Quinclorac for post-emergence control of more than 200 tough broadleaf weeds plus crabgrass, foxtail, barnyardgrass and signalgrass Contains full load of 2,4-D and Dicamba for control of over 200 weeds Perfect late season application for annual grass and broadleaf weed escapes Three active ingredients pack a powerful punch Ideal for broadcast spray or spot applications Easy to use liquid measuring and use with limited agitation Rate: Spot Treatment: 2.6 oz/1000 sq ft Single Treatment: 7 pints/acre 8 oz bottle 64 oz bottle 2 GREEN VELVET TIMES Issue 189, Summer 2015

3 Choose the right product specific to your Spring and Summer weed problems HERBICIDES FOR NUTSEDGE CONTROL Dismiss (Sulfentrazone) For selective weed control (including Nutsedge) in turf sites. Including residential lawns, athletic fields, sod farms, golf course fairways and roughs. For when you don t want to wait around for results. Starts working before your eyes, producing visible results on sedges in as little as 24 to 48 hours! Unique in the way it controls sedges. Not only does it attack the weed on the surface, but it also penetrates the soil and helps to control sedge tubers. This helps to prevent future outbreaks, reducing the need for re-treats down the line and minimizing additional labor and chemical costs. Rate: 4-8 oz/acre 6 oz bottle 64 oz container Echelon (Sulfentrazone + Prodiamine) Selective pre-emergent and post-emergent control of crabgrass, annual grasses, broadleaf weeds and sedges Formulated to be both root and shoot absorbed, Echelon controls weeds from the foliage down and from the root up Pre-emergence and early post-emergence crabgrass control (1-4 leaf stage) Pre-emergence goosegrass control Early post-emergence goosegrass control (1-4 leaf stage) Pre-emergence and post-emergence nutsedge control Post-emergence suppression of broadleaf weeds Rate: oz/acre 4 x 1 gal/case Sedgehammer+ (Halosulfuron-methyl) SURFACTANT INCLUDED - Non Ionic Surfactant no longer needed. Controls yellow and purple nutsedge and certain tough broadleaf weeds like horsetail. Also suppresses green kyllinga Controls nutsedge by moving through the plant and affecting the underground growing points Controls nutsedge after emergence in cool and warm season turfgrass (including st. augustinegrass, bermudagrass, kentucky bluegrass, tall and fine fescue, and perennial ryegrass) Considered as one of the more gentle to turfgrass products Pets and people can return to treated area once spray dries Rate: 13.5 grams/gal water/1000 sq ft 12 x 13.5 gram packets Solitare (Sulfentrazone + Quinclorac) Dual-action herbicide features a patent-pending, optimized combination of sulfentrazone and quinclorac that combats over 60 varieties of post-emergence weeds from the foliage down and the root up Stops the formation of vegetative reproduction structures, reducing the capability of reproduction for the remainder of the season and into the following season Impacts viability of seeds within the soil, helping to decrease weed populations this season and next Rate: 1 lb/acre 1 lb container HERBICIDES FOR NIMBLEWILL CONTROL Pylex (Topramezone) Pylex herbicide is the standard for the control of bermudagrass and goosegrass in cool-season turf, providing unmatched performance on these difficult-to-eliminate weeds Excellent control of nimblewill, crabgrass, clover, speedwell, and others Should always be used with a crop oil concentrate (COC) to improve herbicide coverage, resulting in improved weed control Has shown it is safe to most cool-season grasses such as Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, fine fescue, and perennial ryegrass Rate: oz/acre 4 x 8 oz/case Tenacity (Mesotrione) Tenacity is a selective, systemic herbicide that features a mode of action for pre- and post-emergence grass and broadleaf weed control in several cooland warm-season turf species Weeds controlled include crabgrass, ground ivy, yellow foxtail, yellow nutsedge and nimblewill. It also controls unwanted bentgrass out of Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, and tall fescue turf Tenacity is rainfast within several hours under normal rainfall conditions Controls weeds at seeding reducing weed competition Can be applied on established or newly seeded turf Rate: 5-8 oz/acre 8 oz bottle 4x1 gal/case POST-EMERGENT HERBICIDES FOR NEW SEEDINGS Tenacity (Mesotrione) Tenacity is a selective, systemic herbicide that features a mode of action for pre- and postemergence grass and broadleaf weed control in several cool- and warm-season turf species Weeds controlled include crabgrass, ground ivy, yellow foxtail, yellow nutsedge and nimblewill. It also controls unwanted bentgrass out of Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, and tall fescue turf Controls weeds at seeding reducing weed competition Can be applied on established or newly seeded turf Tenacity is rainfast within several hours under normal rainfall conditions Rate: 5-8 oz/acre 8 oz bottle 4x1 gal/case SquareOne (Carfentrazone-ethyl + Quinclorac) Dual-action SquareOne herbicide features an optimized combination of active ingredients that work through foliar contact and root uptake by targeting post-emergence weeds like crabgrass and other broadleaf weeds Specially engineered to combat weeds during spring and fall turf renovation projects, including interseeding, overseeding and new sod applications. By eliminating weeds that compete with new seedlings, SquareOne can help ensure that only healthy, dense turf emerges Comes in a convenient tip and measure package that makes applications of any size easy Rate: 8 oz/acre 8 oz bottle Pylex (Topramezone) Pylex herbicide is the standard for the control of bermudagrass and goosegrass in coolseason turf, providing unmatched performance on these difficult-to-eliminate weeds Excellent control of nimblewill, crabgrass, clover, speedwell, and others Should always be used with a crop oil concentrate (COC) to improve herbicide coverage, resulting in improved weed control Has shown it is safe to most cool-season grasses such as Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, fine fescue, and perennial ryegrass Rate: oz/acre 4 x 8 oz/case Issue 189, Summer 2015 GREEN VELVET TIMES 3

4 Natural Alternatives Making an Organic Choice Turf Shrubs Trees Flowers Apex-10 Use Rates TURF 3 oz per 1 gallon water/1000 sq ft (1 gallon covers 1 acre) SHRUBS 1 oz per 2.5 gallons water TREES 2 oz per 5 gallons water (pour ½ into hole, place plant in hole, pour the remaining ½ at base of plant) FLOWERS 1 oz per 5 gallons water (dip plants prior to planting, plant after fully saturated) APEX-10 Organic Peat Humic Substance Take advantage of the positive effects Apex-10 has on your plant s root system. Not just for your turf, but on trees, shrubs, and flowers too! Now able to tank mix Apex 10 with Triplet herbicide. Mix 1 gallon Apex + ½ gal Triplet/acre. 2 x 2.5 gal (APEX10) 4 x 1 gal (APEX101G) The Apex-10 Advantage Enhances Fertilizer & Water Efficiency Increases Plant Turgidity Enhances Soil Nutrient Retention, Makes Nutrients Dramatically Reduces Potential Of Root Loss Under Stressful Conditions FIESTA Organic Weed Killer (Iron HEDTA) Selective bio-herbicide for turf Controls variety of broad leaf weeds, moss and algae Can be used on turf and ornamental areas including parks, playgrounds, golf courses and schools Works in cool weather No odor Visible results in less than 24 hours Turf can be re-seeded after 24 hours Use on lawns 7 days after emergence Safe for people/pets to re-enter after spray dries Rain-fast in 3 hours Rate: 12.5 oz Fiesta/2-5 gallons water/1000 sq ft 4 x 1 gal/case FINALSAN Organic Total Vegetation Killer (Ammoniated Soap of Fatty Acids) Finalsan is a non-selective organic contact herbicide The active ingredient penetrates the wax layer (cuticle, bloom) of the leaf. The lipophile portion of the fatty acid ultimately destroys the plant s epidermis cell membranes. This causes a fast release of cell material and the plant dries up quickly Controls grass, weeds, moss, and algae Finalsan can be used around turf, ornamentals, and food crop areas including parks, playgrounds, golf courses, schools, and areas with pesticide bans/concerns. Also controls moss & algae on roofs, decks, walks and sidings Works in cool weather Kills within one hour Will synergize conventional herbicides OMRI-listed and organic certified Untreated Treated Untreated Rate: gal/1000 sq ft 2 x 2.5 gal/case 5 Days after FINALSAN Treatment 4 GREEN VELVET TIMES Issue 189, Summer 2015

5 Here we GROWagain! Recap of Columbus Grand Opening Good Eats Celebratory Smiles Sunny Skies Prizes for Miles: Just a few things brought about by our long awaited May 8th Grand Opening Event in Columbus. Green Velvet and Wolf Creek Irrigation proudly celebrated the Grand Opening of our newest branch in Worthington. Customers, vendors and staff enjoyed a sunshinefilled afternoon of great company and mouthwatering eats such as Big Mike s smoked on location pork and Ruby s Food Truck gyros. Everyone in attendance walked away with a t-shirt commemorating the event. Thank you to all who took the time out of your busy day to join us we re excited for a bright future alongside our Columbus customers! Issue 189, Summer 2015 GREEN VELVET TIMES 5

6 Growing for a Spotlight on the Ohio Turfgrass Foundation If you re serious about turf, you need to support the Ohio Turfgrass Foundation! of these people, and are not a member of OTF, now is the time to become a member and help pay for these benefits that you have been For the last 54 years here in Ohio, there has getting for free for so many years! Individual only been one organization that has supported memberships are only $85.00 and corporate turfgrass research, provided world class education memberships only $ per year - a small and held field days, conferences and trade shows price to pay for weekly turf updates from the Ohio for those who make their living growing and caring State University Turf Team, OTF s Turf News for turfgrass. If you are one magazine and many additional benefits offered to every OTF member. If your business involves turfgrass, you need to support The Ohio Turfgrass Foundation! MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION Greener Future Visit OTF s website at or scan the QR code at right for a Membership Application - and get serious about our industry! Mark Your Calendars Upcoming Green Industry Events Third Thursdays Cookout Green Velvet Columbus Third Thursday of Every Month 11am-2pm (March-October) Green Velvet Columbus 6700 Huntley Rd., Columbus, OH Friday Franks Cookout Green Velvet West Carrollton Last Friday of Every Month 11am-2pm (March-October) Green Velvet West Carrollton Branch 1800 S Alex Rd., West Carrollton, OH OSTMA 2015 Summer Field Day June 24, 2015 Cleveland Browns Stadium Cleveland, OH 2015 OTF Turfgrass Research Field Day August 11, 2015 OTF Research & Education Facility 2710 North Star Road Columbus, OH Ohio Lawn Care Association Outdoor Summer Seminar August 13, 2015 OTF Research & Education Facility 2710 North Star Road Columbus, OH GREEN VELVET TIMES Issue 189, Summer OTF Scholarship Golf Outing September 28, 2015 Pinnacle Golf Club Grove City, OH 11:30am shotgun start 2015 OTF Conference & Show and OSU Green Industry Short Course December 7-10, 2015 Columbus Convention Center Columbus, OH Monday, Dec 7th Educational Workshops, including Trees on Tap Tuesday, Dec 8th Education, Tradeshow & Tradeshow Reception Wednesday, Dec 9th Education & Tradeshow Thursday, Dec 10th Education, including Morning with the USGA

7 Social Media Mashup If you re mastering the art of tweeting, posting, liking and sharing make sure to follow companies and organizations in the green industry that are working for you! GET SOCIAL WITH US! Issue 189, Summer 2015 GREEN VELVET TIMES 7

8 GREEN VELVET TIMES Issue 189, Summer 2015 Bellbrook Location 2615 Stewart Rd. Bellbrook, OH North Dayton/Springfield Location 3025 Snider Rd. New Carlisle, OH West Carrollton Location 1800 S. Alex Rd. West Carrollton, OH Columbus Location 6700 Huntley Rd. Worthington, OH THE ANSWER TO CRABGRASS AT ALL TILLER STAGES. EARLY - MID - LATE See page 2 to learn more 8 GREEN VELVET TIMES Issue 189, Summer 2015