First SDS application

Soil temperatures have reached the point where our first Spring Dead Spot (SDS) chemical application is due. We made our first spray today.

This application is critical to the overall health of the Bermuda grass- for next year. We have discussed this before, here and here. The prevention of the disease for the upcoming season starts the fall prior. Timing is very important, which is why we closely monitor the soil temperatures.

Just as important as when we make the application is what we do following the application. As soon as the hole is finished being sprayed, we must run the irrigation. The products must be watered down into the thatch and lower growing points of the plant to contact the fungus. This requires at least a 1/8” of an inch of water and up to ¼” as soon after as possible. Without this water, even with good timing, the application would lose significant efficacy.

We have been through a couple of good Bermuda grass seasons in the last few years. Part of that starts with our SDS program, and the first application is now in the books.

 

 

Etiquette Reminder of the Month

Please do not practice on the course. Taking extra shots leads to unnecessary divots and ball marks. Thank you

 

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

Golf Cart tips

 

 

See you on the course!

Joe

jvillegas@bwrc.org