The month of June was not very kind to us as it pertains to rain but we were able to overcome that and eventually received rain in early July. The member guest, both ladies and mens went off without a hitch and we have climbed one hurdle and ready for the next one. For the next few weeks we are expecting hot and humid temperatures. But before you know it we will be aerifying again and just a sign to us that the summer is winding down. I want to share with you a few things that will be coming up and that have already taken place. First topic is we have already started to spray our areas in the rough and intermediate that contain Bermuda. As in the second photo you will notice the Bermuda turning brown. You will see this for a few weeks until we seed into it here in August. Second the fairways will be spot sprayed for Bermuda starting in early August. Because the Bermuda is actively growing this will be a good time to round up these areas and will proceed to lay sod once complete. If you can recall how #1 fairway looked last year from the roundup I am pleased to say that we have shrunk it down to just a few spots in the fairway. Requiring just a handful of spots to re-sod. A list of fairways that at this time that will require major action is #3, #9, and #11. Of course we have a few spots here and there but it does not compare to what these three holes have. This is a necessary process to sustain a pure stand of bentgrass in the fairways and we thank you for your patience. Please stay tuned for photos on this process.For this week we are applying our organic fertilizer to the rough and will be making our gypsum applications starting next Monday to the entire golf course.
