Agronomic planning: Less art, more science March 2018 When approaching the complex task of controlling pest and disease damage — particularly on greens — rely on solid data, the latest research, and a thorough but flexible plan.
Woe and triumph on a troubled green March 2018 A problematic putting surface put a superintendent’s agronomic acumen and perseverance to the test.
Ultradwarf grasses: Beyond bermuda March 2018 The first ultradwarf zoysiagrass shows promise as an alternative to bermudagrass greens.
Creeping bentgrass seeding rates, traffic affect green establishment January 2018 A conservative seeding rate can result in cost-effective and speedy green establishment.
Effects of the DryJect or AIR2G2 on bentgrass greens December 2017 With funding from the Environmental Institute for Golf, researchers are testing the effects of the DryJect, AIR2G2 machines and conventional cultural methods on turf performance and soil physical properties.
Robo-mow: The Cub Cadet RG3 at Perry Park Country Club November 2017 Robotic greens mowing makes golf course maintenance more efficient and eco-friendly at Colorado’s Perry Park Country Club.
Water conservation and greenhouse gas emissions on greens November 2017 Superintendents can manage irrigation and nitrogen applications to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from putting greens.
Black layer: Winning the war, one battle at a time March 2016 The onset of this soil scourge on the greens of a coastal South Carolina golf course prompted re-evaluation of a number of practices and a multifaceted counterattack.
Managing silvery-thread moss in golf course greens October 2015 Management practices for silvery-thread moss often conflict with cultural practices for greens. Researchers examine the interaction and offer advice on silvery-thread moss control.
Top 10 reasons to lightweight-roll golf course greens April 2014 This overview of the benefits of lightweight rolling — decreased disease incidence, better turf establishment and more — will have you ready to roll.
The fundamentals of frequency of clip November 2012 Adding this easy measurement to your toolbox can improve the quality of your turf — think increased ball roll without lowering height of cut — while cutting maintenance time and costs.
13 tips for better putting green collars June 2009 Collars tend to take a beating for the sake of putting surface playability. A turf consultant offers recommendations for curbing collar decline and improving appearance.