This quick video shows the vertidraining of the greens. We are getting the tines down to a depth of about 8 inches. This work is vital, especially now as roots are starting to grow. We know that the plant needs oxygen to and it is important we maintain a regular supply to help it survive the tough conditions that we subject it to. It also helps vent the soil of carbon dioxide which can be damaging to plant health if allowed to build up. I understand that it does affect the playing conditions somewhat, so we have done nine greens last week and now they have recovered we will do the other nine today and tomorrow. They will be rolled after aeration to ensure the playing condition's are as smooth as possible, but please understand that if we do not do this work on a regular basis then the greens will steadily get worse and worse.
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Thanks for posting updates on hedging and greens vertidraining Daniel. Very interesting to see some of the good work being undertaken by you and your staff and for keeping us informed. Very much appreciated.
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Ian
Hi Ian
ReplyDeleteNot a problem at all. It is great to see that members are using the site more. If people find it valuable and use it then we will put even more information up. I think it is great to be able to show people what we are doing and communicate why - as often we are not able to inform members of the reasons for doing certain things. Thanks for your comments.
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Dan