Although temperatures this week were not great for recovery, it does not appear the below freezing night time temperatures had a negative impact. I'm still seeing a lot of new green tissue on turf that suffered winter injury. This is a very positive sign, as the turf is responding to our maintenance regiment.
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| close up of new growth occurring on #18 green |
As we move through the recovery process, we will try and meet some very basic plant requirements: food, air and water.
Yesterday we sprayed greens with foliar nutrients. By spraying the plants (as opposed to a granular application), we can monitor their response and adjust the amount nutrients needed.
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| Myles spraying greens |
We also sliced and needle-tined greens today. Both techniques are a relatively gentle means of providing air to the root zone.
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| Mike slicing #8 green |
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| David needle-tining #11 green |
By running short irrigation cycles, the fragile plants have stayed hydrated. The roots of the injured turf are non-existent, so short periodic irrigation cycles throughout the day helps keep the plants functioning.
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| irrigation on #6 green |
The forecast next week looks favorable. I'm optimistic we will take a few more steps forward on the road to recovery.