As a golf course manager, you have plenty of grass to maintain. None is more important yet potentially challenging than the putting green. Golfers are looking for specific firmness and texture on their final strokes and are apt to remember poor conditions when it affects their game. Here are two areas of the putting green you should pay attention to in your maintenance plans.
Soil
When it comes to the putting green soil management is a crucial step to ensure the health and function of the green. The soil forms the base for the grass and will need a different makeup depending on the breed of grass. For example, a commonly used grass like bermudagrass will need slightly acidic soil to thrive. You should test your soil regularly to ensure it has proper pH levels.
Drainage
The key to preserving the integrity of the putting green is proper drainage. Golf courses are well watered to help the greens stay green, but problems arise when that water has nowhere to go. Modern greens may use pipes under the grass to prevent water from accumulating and damaging the grass. Proper maintenance of these drains will help the putting greens thrive and keep up the correct firmness on the course.
With just a few steps, you can maintain your putting green and keep your golfers happy.