Green Superintendent Update - July
Green Superintendent Update July June presented a mixed bag for us down here in grounds . While temperatures generally hovered in a comfortable range, averaging around 66°F with highs reaching into the mid-70s to low 80s, the rainfall pattern was less ideal. The month saw roughly 2.16 inches of rain, which is almost 50% below the average of 4.16 inches for June. This drier-than-normal trend, following a significantly wetter May (almost double the average rainfall), meant a transition from managing overly saturated conditions to carefully monitoring soil moisture levels and relying more heavily on irrigation to maintain turf health and playability . We have been focused on efficient water management and adjusting mowing heights and schedules to minimize stress on the turf during drier stretches and being vigilant for signs of localized dry spots. Overall, the greens have made it through this pattern in incredible health. The dry stretches pushed our irrigation syst...