About the course
This one day course costs �95
A detailed look at practices, methods and maintenance of turf grassed areas. The course provides a good basic understanding and knowledge of established turf and fine turf practices that will be suitable for anyone looking to improve the appearance of grassed areas, whether private gardens or larger commercial locations.
Subjects covered on the day include:
Common and suitable grasses
Soil structure and PH
Nutrients and fertilisers
Weed and pest control
Turf diseases
Aeration and topdressing
Machinery setup
Maintenance.
Entry requirements & additional information
There are no formal entry requirements. The teaching is mainly based in a classroom although there will be some work around campus looking at practical examples of the theory information.
Full and part-time sports turf courses available through Myerscough College. Range of Land-based Machinery Technical competancies advised on the adult course section of the website.
Outdoor wear for walkabout depending on the weather.