We look like we are set for a long period of dry weather, according to the short term forecast. Last year we didn't go a week with out a downpour and were pleading for a spell of dry weather, this year it is completely the reverse. The dry weather is beautiful for golf however it creates different challenges for the greenstaff. Water management is key to maintaining healthy growth. Our irrigation system is very basic, supplying water to greens and tees only, running one station at a time. However it is crucial and is efficient enough to keep the turf alive in the driest of conditions.
Areas of turf that aren't reached by the automatic sprinklers are dealt with through application via the mobile sprinkler. Currently the 15th fairway is very dry due to recent solid tining to help drainage in wet conditions, this has caused increased drying out in these stressful conditions for turf.
This area should see quick recovery within the next week
I am on holiday for the next 8 days so Adam will take over, I will update the blog on the work Adam and the rest of the team does towards the end of the week.
