The summer months are particularly tough on our greens and inevitably result in brown dry patches. In the industry this is known as LDP - Localised Dry Patch.
Why doesn't the sprinkler system keep the greens green?
Quite simply because the water starts to run off of the surface and doesn't get to the root system. And why does that happen? Because soil fungi starts to secrete a wax which coats the soil particles making them repel water.
Fear not we have a plan!
This week we have applied Aqua-Zorb to the greens - full coverage via the sprayer and more intense localised spraying 'by hand'.
The benefits of Aqua Zorb are ...
Prevents and cures Localised Dry Patch (LDP)
Prevents water 'running off' of water repellent - 'wax' - turf
Increases the speed and depth of water penetration through thatch and LDP areas to the grass roots
Irrigation water efficiency is improved by up to 50%
Used on Championship Courses worldwide
We will continue to locally apply aqua-zorb over the coming weeks to break down any resistant wax residue.
In addition the greens will be receiving their summer feed on Monday.
You will also have noticed that we have been testing 'localised green recovery solutions' on the temporary green and hole 1. These include seeding and top dressing so please expect to see some sand on the greens for a short time.
