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Steven L. Frank
“A Good Grounds Game”
Philosophy
Spartan (spar/tn) adj.: a. Rigorously self-disciplined or self-restrained. b. Simple, frugal or austere. c. Courageous in the face of pain, danger or adversity.
Sustainability
Goal: To create and implement systems, which enhance the aesthetic appeal and promote long-term ecological health of the landscape.
History: •Silent Spring•Evolution
Culture:• Social, Political
Economics:• Spend/Save
Strategy
Focus
Structure
Manager
Gardening
Irrigation & Fountains TreesSite
Construction
Hard Surface
AdministrativeSupport
Athletic Grounds
NurseryNursery Golf Course Mechanics
Standards
GARDENING ZONE DATA
GENERAL SERVICE LEVELS
Elite Priority Routine Low
Frequency/Rate Frequency/Rate Frequency/Rate Frequency/Rate
Task: Turf Maintenance: Mowing 1-2 x per week 1+ x per week 1 x per week 1-2 x per year Fertilization 4-5# N per year 3-4# N per year 2-3# N per year 1-2# N per year Weed Control 1-2+ x per year 1-2 x per year Occasional Unscheduled Insect/Disease Control Immediate As determined Unscheduled N/A Aeration 1+ x per year 1 x per 2 years Occasional Unscheduled Topdressing 1 x per year 1 x per 2 years Occasional Unscheduled Seeding/Sodding Immediate As necessary Unscheduled Erosion control Other Repair Immediate As necessary Unscheduled Rarely
Inputs
• Supplies
• People
• Equipment
The Good
The Bad
Grubs!
Carelessness!
Salt Damage
“Cow Path”
The Ugly
“Issues”
Soil Properties Traffic Construction Compaction $$$$$$$$$$$$
Soil
“Consider what each soil will bear,
and what each refuses”
- Virgil
Snow Removal
Traffic
Construction
Compaction
Practices
OverseedingCompost
Seeda-vator
Compost Topdressing
Projects
Bermudagrass Establishment
“Fight for the only colors …”
Turn-key
Vendors
Seed Evaluation
.1950 x .85 = .1657500
.1470 x .90 = .1323000
.1450 x .90 = .1305000
.0985 x .85 = .0837250
.0982 x .85 = .0834700
.0975 x .85 = .0828750
.0968 x .90 = .0871200
.0490 x .85 = .0416500
.0485 x .85 = .0412250
TOTAL .8486150
Expect 85% germination
Stewardship
On the (Non) Cutting Edge
Steve FrankLandscape Services CoordinatorMSU Grounds Maintenance Dept.
The MSU Grounds Maintenance Department began a campaign to reducethe amount of grass mowing done on campus in 2002. Although originally intended as a way to reduce expenses, the expanded plan has resulted in other benefits. From a sustainability standpoint the taller grass providesmore wildlife habitat, requires minimal fertilizer and pesticide application,less fuel is used with a corresponding reduction in emissions …..
Frustration
Recognition
THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO SALUTED
FOR GROUNDS MANAGEMENT EXCELLENCE
The Professional Grounds Management Society bestowed its highest honor, the Green Star Grand Award, on The University of Chicago for exceptional grounds maintenance.
The real “Monsters of the Midway”.
A New Day is Dawning
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