Article discusses the significance and benefits of testing root zone mixes to determine the best mix of sand to amendments in the construction of putting greens for optimal performance. Also noted are guidelines for selecting an appropriate inorganic amendment in the construction of putting greens.
Article that features the USGA’s recent actions to broaden its Recommendations for Putting Green Construction. These recommendations included a change allowing for the use of inorganic amendments in green construction, pending approval by a physical soil testing laboratory of the final rootzone mixture.
When put to the test, inorganic amendments are emerging as a superior alternative to peat and Profile™ Porous Ceramic is being proven as the best in its class. Find out what the experts have to say about the performance of inorganic amendments.
Superintendents across the country often have to deal with the effects of drought on their courses. The Drought Resource Center will help locate comprehensive drought information for a state or region.
Site provides information on the testing and adaptation of the major turfgrass species. Site also informs researchers of the uniform evaluation trials of turfgrass varieties and promising selections in the United States and Canada.
