There is always a purpose to maintenance practices performed on the golf course. In late October, the greens received an additional deep-tine aerification. The goal was to help relieve compaction, as well as, create additional deep holes to help alleviate excess surface water from snowmelt or rain during the winter.
The aerification we completed in the fall was excellent preparation for the recent weather. The weather we've experienced the last few days was the exact scenario we prepared for in the fall. In addition to the 4" of snowmelt, the golf course has also received over an inch of rain. The golf course has drained extremely well, especially the greens, which is evident in the photo of #5 below.
As of this morning, all of the greens are free from any snow or standing water. We will continue to pursue proactive approaches that place the plants in the best position to succeed.
Please continue to follow the blog for updates, as conditions on the course are constantly changing.
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| #11 green last October receiving additional 9" deep-tine holes |
The aerification we completed in the fall was excellent preparation for the recent weather. The weather we've experienced the last few days was the exact scenario we prepared for in the fall. In addition to the 4" of snowmelt, the golf course has also received over an inch of rain. The golf course has drained extremely well, especially the greens, which is evident in the photo of #5 below.
As of this morning, all of the greens are free from any snow or standing water. We will continue to pursue proactive approaches that place the plants in the best position to succeed.
Please continue to follow the blog for updates, as conditions on the course are constantly changing.
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| The left edge of #5 green which is notorious for standing water is looking good |