Dr. Unruh provides an overview of the varieties of seashore paspalum currently available for use as golf course turf and data from research conducted on each. The presentation includes the attributes of each variety as well as specific fertility and rooting information and susceptibility to disease.

Randy Allen, CGCS, and Alan Jarvis, CGCS, give detailed information about the conversion of Pine Lakes Country Club in Myrtle Beach, S.C., from Bermudagrass to SeaDwarf paspalum. Their presentation includes history of the club and the turf selection process. It also includes information seeding and grow-in procedures, management practices and disease issues.

John Shaver discusses the recent no-till conversion of L-93 bentgrass greens to SeaDwarf paspalum at Rivers Edge Golf Club in Shallotte, N.C. The presentation includes the decision-making process behind choosing paspalum as well as its benefits in general along with benefits of the no-till conversion method. The presenter also discusses site preparation and fertilizer needs.

Stewart Bennett, CGCS, discusses the basics of growing seashore paspalum in high saline environments. The presentation includes basic information on poor quality irrigation water, a real-world case study, soil management and the importance of regular lab testing, and weed control.

Dr. Shepard discusses the relationship between plant growth regulators and seashore paspalum. The presentation includes information on how to implement a PGR program in paspalum as well as how such products can help reduce scalping and save water.