We stimp tested greens this morning at just over 8ft and they remain very healthy following the pre-emptive final fusarium spray for spring (last week). Last night we did a light verticut double pass which will also help with consistency and health. We will continue to work on consistency, speed and health by lightly verticutting and pencil tining (to improve aeration and irrigation) over the coming weeks. If you see John out on the greens with a water gun - he is applying a wetting agent. This enables the greens to hold the water better and for longer, once again improving the health of the greens.
For reference - USPGA guide: Regular member play: stimp 7.5 = medium fast, 8.5 is fast Tournament play: stimp 7.5 = medium slow, 8.5 medium
We are currently working our way towards 8.5ft ie fast regular play and medium tournament play for the average course. The priority after our recent erratic weather is to keep the greens healthy whilst gradually improving speed and consistency. We have invested heavily recently in our greens programme and I have been delighted with the response from visiting clubs and indeed our own members who play on other courses. The investment has paid off.
