Ornamental grass transplanting

Several years ago, we split and transplanted the large ornamental grasses that line our entrance road, descending towards the tennis facility, spacing, and replanting to fill in the hillside. This winter we were due for another round of replanting.

The grasses along the road are a variety of Miscanthus. Several plants existed along the road initially which spurred the continued propagation. We started with 20 or so individual plants and our first round of transplanting doubled that number.

New grass plants at 16 tee

Allowing several years between aggressive replanting, the grasses continued to grow. So, this year was designated as the off-season for another round of division. We selected the largest current plants and cut them into three sections: one portion was left in place, and two others were moved elsewhere.

Knowing we would be starting this project in the winter, during the fall we mapped out areas that might benefit from additional landscaping. We identified several areas spread across the property: we lined the entrance side of the pool fence for added screening; grasses were added in several landscapes around the course to increase density of plant material- including near #1 tee, #2 tee, #13 tee and #16 tee; we used a couple of sections to block view of the propane tanks near the patio pizza oven; new plants were taken to mini golf and inside the pool facility; and several more portions were spread amongst the existing grasses along the entrance to fill in voids. Overall, we planted about 70 more cuttings.

13 tee

Along the pool fence

These new clumps will take several years to mature and establish themselves in their new locations. After that, we will evaluate and see if there is a need to continue our transplanting program.

 

 

Etiquette Reminder of the Month

Winter cart path rules are now in effect in order to protect the dormant Bermuda grass- we will scatter much less and be more restrictive with blue flags.

Also, as part of a Golf Committee initiative to improve course etiquette, we have included links to videos teaching proper on course etiquette. Please take a moment to watch:

Ball Marks - How to properly repair

 

 

See you on the course!

Joe

jvillegas@bwrc.org