Summary
Highlights
Edging Putting Greens00:00:18
Edging putting greens is done every one to two weeks, especially important for Bermuda grass varieties to prevent encroachment of one into the other.
Fairway Mowing and Grain Control00:00:34
Fairways are mowed with changing directions each time to reduce grain development. Circle mowing is highlighted as an effective tool for grain control.
Mowing Bunker Banks00:00:53
Bunker banks are too severe for regular mowers, so a 'flymo' or hover mower is used. Clippings are then blown out to return the bunker to play.
Solid Tining Greens00:01:08
In addition to core aeration, greens are periodically solid tined, sometimes in the dark due to shorter winter days, to improve health.
Verdicating Bermuda Grass Greens00:01:21
Light and heavy verticutting are important practices for Bermuda grass greens, with depth varying based on growth.
Stump Grinding Volunteer Palm Trees00:01:33
A stump grinder was rented to remove pesky volunteer palm trees from the course.
Top Dressing Greens00:01:41
Top dressing greens is crucial for smooth, firm putting surfaces. A carpet drag is used to work sand into the canopy, reducing thatch and improving playability.
Replacing Bunker Sand00:02:07
Each fall, the top one to two inches of bunker sand, contaminated by summer rains, is removed and replaced with fresh sand.
Rolling Surfaces After Practice00:02:15
After cultural practices, heavy or smaller rollers are used to smooth surfaces and return them to a playable state.