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Unique book devoted to one type of grass--St. Augustine grass yet main themes are universal to all lawns. Readers gain an understanding of 'how grass grows' and will appreciate why golf courses regularly aerate their fairways. Explains technical material with easy to understand text and contains over 50 spectacular color illustrations and photographs. Includes eight case studies (before and after photographs) to help illustrate the practical application of books information. Shows how St.Augustinegrass can overtake most common weeds by applying the principles of the book. In the end, a homeowner learns how to cultivate a beautiful lawn that requires less water and is naturally resistant to insects, weeds and disease.