In this episode, I break down the claims made in “Check out These Roots, John Perry! | [LIVE PODCAST] Ep.8 of the Average Joe Lawn Care Show,” where the hosts argue that liquid aeration is an effective solution for lawn health. I dive into the science and present evidence that challenges their assertions. With years of turfgrass science experience, I explain why liquid aeration doesn’t deliver the promised results and why relying on this product could lead to misguided lawn care practices. Don’t fall for the hype – join me as I debunk the myths and set the record straight with evidence-backed facts!

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In this video, I take a look at some of the recent comments and questions from TikTok and YouTube. Your feedback not only shapes the conversations we’re having here but also sparks deeper discussions about turfgrass science and management.

I’m also excited to introduce a new fundraiser supporting turfgrass research. Turfgrass plays a vital role in sports, recreation, and landscapes, yet research in this area often goes underfunded. Your support will help advance studies that improve sustainability, water use efficiency, soil management, and turf quality—work that benefits golf courses, sports fields, parks, and home lawns alike.

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In this video, I explore the findings of the research article “Tall Fescue Rooting as Affected by Deficit Irrigation” (HortScience, Volume 42, Issue 3). The study, conducted by Jinmin Fu, Jack Fry, and Bingru Huang and published June 1, 2007, investigates how reduced irrigation impacts the rooting behavior of 'Falcon II' tall fescue grasses using minirhizotron imaging.

I’ll walk through:

The study’s experimental setup using varying levels of evapotranspiration (20%, 60%, and 100%) Key findings such as the surprising increase in root length and surface area under severe water stress (20% ET) Practical implications for turfgrass management and water conservation strategies

Whether you're working in turfgrass management, water-efficient landscaping, or just curious about plant responses to water stress, this video unpacks the science and its real-world applications.

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