Going Deep With The Roots.....

I was very encouraged when I pulled turf samples from various green this morning.  The roots are beginning to go deeper as a response to our fertility and maintenance program.  This is a very good sign as we head into the fall months.  If you look closely at the photos below, you'll notice fresh white roots at a depth of 4-5 inches.  We are planning to lightly topdress the greens tomorrow afternoon with push spreaders.  This will smooth and firm up the putting surfaces.  We are also in full divot and ball mark repair mode.  If you are unsure of how to properly repair a ball mark, there is a video attachment from a previous blog post.  Enjoy the photos below.  See you on the course!
Chris

Picture Showing Healthy White Roots

Another Illustration Of Our Root System

#5 Green Looking Much Better

Divots Being Repaired By Crew

Crew Member Repairing Ball Mark And Adding Green Sand/Seed Mix

Right Side #11 Native Area Being Cut Back

Looking Back From Green #11 Showing Cut Back Area