Lawn Geek: Tips and Tricks for the Ultimate Turf From the Guru of Grass [Paperback]

Trey Rogers (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 6, 2007

Dubbed the "Lawn Geek" by USA Today, turf scientist Trey Rogers explains how to master the well-manicured look in all climates, from basic site preparation to mowing, fertilizing, irrigating, and of course, safe and effective pest management.

Whether readers are faced with their first yard or are long-time mowers, they'll find the Lawn Geek's enthusiastic and humorous advice perfect for weeding out their deep-rooted fears and insecurities. Rogers will have them looking forward to spring-and a lush lawn that will become the envy of their neighbors.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Turf scientist Trey Rogers-a genuine doctor of agronomy-gives homeowners the knowledge they need to outshine their neighbors in this educational and entertaining lawn care overview. Rogers starts with the basics, from the key segments of a grass plant to choosing the right type of grass for your region. His tips on maintenance include everything from choosing the right fertilizer to watering and mowing, without getting bogged down in minutiae, making this book is a valuable all-around resource. Rogers's tips on fertilizing and weeding alone are sure to save the amateur lawn keeper some money. The well-versed agronomist keeps his text light and his reader in mind, offering encouragement and reassurance along with a little science and a lot of solid advice.
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A celebrity in the land of lawns...he's the guy you want as your neighbor... (USA Today)

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Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: NAL Trade (March 6, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0451220358
• ISBN-13: 978-0451220356
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 5.6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,092,458 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars LAWN GEEK is packed with tips and perfect for any public library strong in home and garden guides., May 19, 2007

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This review is from: Lawn Geek: Tips and Tricks for the Ultimate Turf From the Guru of Grass (Paperback)

LAWN GEEK: TIPS AND TRICKS FOR THE ULTIMATE TURF FROM THE GURU OF GRASS comes from a lawn maven who loves everything to do with lawns. It was USA-Today who dubbed a professor of crop and soil sciences the 'Lawn Geek' - and he lives up to his name, providing his turf expertise on everything from maintaining healthy lawns to helping to determine how many people can stand on grass before it's damaged. From building an appropriate lawn 'base camp' to typical maintenance challenges, LAWN GEEK is packed with tips and perfect for any public library strong in home and garden guides.

Diane C. Donovan
California Bookwatch

4 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars What tips?, May 6, 2007

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This review is from: Lawn Geek: Tips and Tricks for the Ultimate Turf From the Guru of Grass (Paperback)

Would have like to have seen color photos instead of black and white drawings. Many how to books at gardening stores have the same or better information.

3 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lawn Geek: Tips and Tricks for the Ultimate Turf From the Guru of Grass, April 3, 2007

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This review is from: Lawn Geek: Tips and Tricks for the Ultimate Turf From the Guru of Grass (Paperback)

Excellent and very informative read. One of the best in the lawn care book market today.