This is more like it

It's been a busy few days for the team. Preparing the golf course last week for the Normans Open last Saturday. We verti-cut greens beginning of the week, the goal for this was to remove thatch, pick up any lateral growth and to firm up the surfaces. We increased our cutting frequency to twice a day, and included a roll to speed up the greens speed. Rolling the greens this time of the year is also a cultural practice to prevent any chafe grubs/leatherjackets. The greens are in good shape for this time of the year, however I am confident we can produce better playing surfaces within the next couple of weeks.

Last week Pops sprayed the paths with a total weedkiller, this has been long over due, however had to wait for the right weather to spray. This will kill all the weeds along the edges making them far more presentable.

This morning Goerge was out slitting fairways, this is an effective way to relieve compaction. Pops sprayed the greens with a contact fungicide to prevent any disease coming through. We also had an unusual task completed this afternoon, Mikey along with Sammy and Goerge had to get wet and clean the irrigation filters from the 17th lake.

We plan to complete more practices to the greens this week, grooming and top dressing on wednesday.

Look forward to seeing the results and report back in due course. If you have any questions or queries please do not hesitate to contact me lesmiellesgreens@gmail.com

Regards