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Glossary

A glossary of terms used in the realm of lawncare. Plain definitions of scientific terms.
active ingredient
Definition of active ingredient when referring to pesticides.
annual
Definition of an annual plant.
biennial
Definition of a biennial plant.
compaction
Definition of compaction.
dormant feed
Definition of dormant feeding in reference to turfgrass.
perennial
Definition of a perennial plant.
photosynthesis
Basic definition of photosynthesis.
post-emergent herbicide
Definition of post-emergent herbicide.
pre-emergent herbicide
Definition of pre-emergent herbicide.
rhizome
Definition of rhizome.
scalping
Definition of scalping in reference to mowing the lawn.
slow-release fertilizer
Definition of slow-release fertilizer.
stolon
Definition of stolon.
thatch
Definition of thatch.
topdressing
Definition of topdressing.
watering in
Definition of watering in, in reference to turfgrass applications.

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