We're looking at some ways we can improve our greens. Is it important that we know exactly what type of grass is on the greens in order to tailor things like irrigation and fertilization? If so, how can we find out the type of grass we have.
Hi Lesley,
Thank you for being interested in improving your green. Yes, it is important to know what kind of grass is covering your green. It is also very important to know what is in the soil. I believe that it is probably creeping bent grass and I am sure that you also have poa annua. Most clubs in Ontario will at one time or another, have poa on their greens. The best way to find out what you have on your green, is take some plug samples out of your green and send them to Guelph University Turf Institute. Ask what kind of grass is on your green and what is the condition of the soil. If you go to your fertilizer dealer or get in touch with Ontario Seeds they should be able to help you.
Charles Roach
Thanks so much, Charlie. I know Dave P. has been talking to you about our greens and there are also some other folks in our club that are willing and able to put in the work to make improvements. We're currently looking at all the options, and it seems like the core sample will help set us in the right direction. You and the OLBA are a big part of our learning curve! I'm sure we'll be calling on you again soon :)
Lesley
Hi Lesley,
Thank you for being interested in improving your green. Yes, it is important to know what kind of grass is covering your green. It is also very important to know what is in the soil. I believe that it is probably creeping bent grass and I am sure that you also have poa annua. Most clubs in Ontario will at one time or another, have poa on their greens. The best way to find out what you have on your green, is take some plug samples out of your green and send them to Guelph University Turf Institute. Ask what kind of grass is on your green and what is the condition of the soil. If you go to your fertilizer dealer or get in touch with Ontario Seeds they should be able to help you.
Charles Roach
Thanks so much, Charlie. I know Dave P. has been talking to you about our greens and there are also some other folks in our club that are willing and able to put in the work to make improvements. We're currently looking at all the options, and it seems like the core sample will help set us in the right direction. You and the OLBA are a big part of our learning curve! I'm sure we'll be calling on you again soon :)
Lesley
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