The most popular subject in bowling green maintenance is…Green Speed. The main factors affecting green speed are in order of importance: Sward Composition Thatch control and management Mowing frequency Control of compaction Control of LDP Mowing height .
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Think laterally for bowls green speed
Green speed is always a hot topic at this time of year and the most popular methods for achieving increased speed are usually to turn off the water and set the mower down; both of which can cause long term damage to the green. Mowing the green regularly below 5mm can really start to harm …
Bowls Green Maintenance Basics-Green Speed
The great debate about green speed has raged on since the beginning of the game. But what are the factors known to affect green speed? In order of their impact on green speed these are the top 7 factors that you should bear in mind. Obviously there are others such as weather patterns, level of …
Why BioActive Yucca is a Game-Changer for Consistent Green Performance
Applied monthly during the growing season at label rates, BioActive Yucca keeps moisture availability in the optimal zone for healthy, stress-resilient turf. It can also be used strategically before or during periods of drought to buffer the turf against rapid desiccation.
How to painlessly transform greens from Poa annua to bent/fescue
Transitioning your green from Poa annua to bent/fescue is not only critical to achieving a Performance Bowling Green, but is actually a realistic goal. The spongy, soft turf associated with annual meadow grass is less than ideal for bowls. Common wisdom says that this can't be done without major disruption and that even after it is achieved it wont last. This article explains in detail how to undertake the transition of your green from Poa annua to bent/fescue turf and dispels the myths about stressing Poa. This is the way to change your green permanently and without fuss. It will also save your club money on maintenance, so what's not to like?