By Mingying Xiang. Learn about how in Oklahoma, drought is a frequent challenge, especially during the hot summer months. Preparation is essential for enhancing the resilience of lawn against dry periods. Implementing the right practices early on allows homeowners to improve the resiliency of their lawns from the damaging effects of summer drought conditions. A lawn that is well-prepared not only stands a better chance of surviving summer drought but also requires less water overall, leading to more sustainable management.

By Mingying Xiang and Justin Quetone Moss. Learn about how adjusting mowing heights can enhance freeze tolerance in bermudagrasses used on golf course putting greens. The results indicate that higher mowing heights can improve winter survivability and minimize damage during cold periods. These findings have practical implications for turf management, potentially decreasing the necessity for winter covers and associated expenses, particularly with the use of cold-hardy cultivars.

Learn the best options to eradicate or suppress bermudagrass from a home garden plot.

By David Hillock, Mike Schnelle, Casey Hentges. Learn about ornamental grasses and grass-like plants for Oklahoma.

Detailed information on how to apply mixed-species grazing practices into your operation to increase profits.

As technology and culture change, so do the qualities and uses of turfgrass as described in this fact sheet.

Pest problems can be avoided by following good practices such as selection of Oklahoma-adapted varieties that are resistant to commonly encountered annoyances.

This article describes plants that are suitable for Oklahoma due to their heat and drought tolerance as well as commercial availability.