These articles are written for the English climate unless stated otherwise. The information is given in good faith and is used at your own risk.
Lawn Construction and Maintenance
| Written by Richard Rothwell some time ago, but still relevent to people planning to do the works themselves. |
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| A specification which details the various substrate layers, drainage pipes and grass types, set out as a commisioning document. |
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| General notes on drainage; types of drain, spacing, soil porosity. |
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| Berkshire Croquet Club's encouraging experience using turf. |
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| A guide produced by the Croquet Association 2nd Edition | |
| A guide produced by the Croquet Association 1st Edition |
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| What to do when to keep a lawn in good condition. Written for the English climate. |
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| Tables of detailing which operations are to be carried out when, why, how long they take and how much the materials cost |
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| Brian Murdoch describes measures for reducing severe thatch in a lawn. Full of useful practical tips |
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Robin Barry describes levelling a small lawn from an area with a significant slope |
Pest Control
Removing worm casts, discouraging worms and killing worms. |
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Discouraging and removing foxes from croquet lawns |
Lawn Care Equipment
| Discussion of the factors to be considered when chosing a mower for a croquet court. Pointers given to manufacturers |
This section gives links to sites offering equipment and supplies of interest to people creating or maintaining croquet courts. No endorsement is intended by including a supplier in this listing. Caveat Emptor.
Suppliers are welcome to bring their sites to our attention - use the feedback button below. Suitable sites will be included.
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Suppliers of turf and grounds maintenance equipment. Site includes prices. There are very useful tips in their Gardening Information Library at the base of the pages. |
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" Turf Machinery Professionals " - a John Deer dealership |
Artificial Surfaces
| Colin Pickering discusses their experiences in Adelaide, Australia |
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Bury St Edmunds turfs out grass in favour of the first artificial surface court |
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Don Oakley discusses the forms of hoops he has made for synthetic courts |
Web Links to Sites Concerned with Turf-care
| Extremely comprehensive links to Turf Keeping Associations, Commercial sites, Companies, Diseses, Enviromental Issues, Turf Grass Management, Insects, Journals, Plant Protection, Research, Seed. |
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UK-based site offering advice on turf care |
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