Greens Autumn Maintenance Programme

Greens Autumn Maintenance Programme 2012

 Week Commencing October 8th

All greens will be Hollow Cored with 12mm diameter tines at 50mm spacing and to a depth of 75 mm, this autumn.

This practice will further reduce thatch; increase oxygen content in the soil, promote root development and make nutrients more readily available to the plant.

 After the green is cleared of cores, it will then be top-dressed with sand and brushed. The green is then rolled to help with smoothness and finally a potash-based fertilizer is applied to promote strong root growth and aid recovery.

Members please note that there will be disruption to play and some temporary greens will be in play during this essential maintenance work.

Undoubtedly, there will be a period of recovery beyond the planned maintenance itself.

Whilst it is appreciated that this will cause inconvenience to members, please be assured that this work is entirely necessary to ensure continued, long-term improvement in our putting surfaces.

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank all the members for their support, tolerance and cooperation during this greens maintenance programme of works

Bill Lyon

Golf Course Manager

October 3^rd 2012