It's that time of year again when the Maintenance Team makes a big, huge mess on greens that have been in great shape all year.
Why do we aerate?
Here is a link to an USGA article that discusses why we aerate. http://gsr.lib.msu.edu/2000s/2003/030301.pdf
Here is another link to a video by the USGA. http://www.usga.org/turf/articles/video/aerate_greens.html
Here is another link to a video by the USGA. http://www.usga.org/turf/articles/video/aerate_greens.html
Greens will be aerated with a 1/2" hollow tine. Soil, thatch, and other matter are removed, then
the holes are filled with sand. This process manages organic matter, relieves compaction and
surface tension, and at the same time creates pore space for air and water. It also gives new
roots an excellent place to thrive. Greens should be healed in within 10-14 days.
the holes are filled with sand. This process manages organic matter, relieves compaction and
surface tension, and at the same time creates pore space for air and water. It also gives new
roots an excellent place to thrive. Greens should be healed in within 10-14 days.
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| Aeration hole from this spring. Notice new roots in aeration hole filled with sand. |
