We have recently hollow cored the greens with mini tines to remove any thatch build up and relieve the compaction in the soil.This also encourages root development and gaseous exchange allowing air and water to move through the soil profile.

We then verticut the greens in 2 different directions to remove dead matter  from the sward and help promote upright growth. The greens were topdressed with sand and then brushed to help provide a true and smooth putting surface.These operations are carried out on a regular bases throughout  the growing season.

 

The hollow cores from the greens are being used to extend the 3rd tee on the heron which will be developed in the autumn

 

We  have sprayed the perimeters on the inside of the bunkers to control weeds using a total weed control ,we add a blue dye so that we can see were we have sprayed and avoid overlapping or missing any areas,this is also  carried out on pathways and other selected areas