Summer Aerification

Close up of aerification holes



Deep Tine Aerifier on #16

This week we are in the process of deep tine aerifying all of the fairways on the golf course.  The aerifier uses 1/4" thick tines penetrating the fairway to a depth of 8-10".  The solid tine is capable of impacting a high percentage of the profile without the mess of pulling a core.  Following this practice, we roll the fairway smooth, with minimal disruption to play.

Unfortunately, this is a slow process that will take the majority of the week to complete.  Primary benefits are compaction relief, creating more air space in the profile, and improved water penetration where it is needed most; all leading to a healthier plant.

During this same time we are needle tining the greens, also known as venting.  This process is very similar to what we are doing on the fairways.  Following the aerification, we are applying a calsium product, rolling the green smooth and giving the greens a deep watering cycle.  We will be venting the greens once a month throughout the summer.