2024 SCFFA Turfgrass Management CDE Exam

What is the most commonly used warm-season turfgrass for sports turf in the Southeastern U.S.?

• Bermudagrass

• Kentucky bluegrass

• Zoysia grass

• Tall Fescue

Which of the following turfgrass species is best suited for the hot, humid conditions of the Southeastern U.S.?

• Fine Fescue

• Centipedegrass

• Ryegrass

• Kentucky bluegrass

When is the best time to fertilize warm-season grasses in the Southeast with a soluble nitrogen?

• Early spring before the grass greens up

• Late fall after frost

• Summer when the grass is actively growing

• Late winter

Which is the primary reason for using a reel mower on golf course greens?

• Faster mowing

• Cleaner cuts that promote healthier turf

• Ability to handle taller grass

• It is less expensive

What is the purpose of overseeding cool-season grasses in the fall in the Southeastern U.S.?

• To control pest populations

• To prevent soil erosion

• To provide year-round green cover

• To reduce the need for irrigation

Which soil amendment is most commonly used to improve drainage in clay-heavy soils for turfgrass?

• Organic matter

• Sand

• Peat moss

• Lime

What is the primary function of a backflow prevention device in irrigation systems?

• To increase water pressure

• To prevent irrigation water from contaminating the water supply

• To regulate water flow to specific areas

• To monitor moisture levels in the soil

What is the term for the natural process of water loss from plants through evaporation and transpiration?

• Irrigation

• Evapotranspiration

• Percolation

• Absorption

Which of the following is most likely to cause thatch buildup in turfgrass?

• Topdressing

• Excessive fertilization with high-nitrogen fertilizers

• Mowing too frequently

• Aeration

How does excessive irrigation affect turfgrass in the Southeastern U.S.?

• It promotes deep rooting

• It reduces drought stress

• It increases the likelihood of disease development

• It encourages the growth of healthy, thick grass