#7, Flower Planting Party, Keeping Poa in its Place

                       #7

The seam topdressing completed last week was a big part of why
#7 can now re-open as a par 4

We are pleased to announce that starting tomorrow #7 will re-open as a Par 4! The hole will remain Cart Path Only for a few more to weeks to allow the area to get to full strength. The area looks great overall, but there are still a few seams that need time to heal in. Until then, any golfer that hits a shot in the newly sodded area will be allowed to lift, clean and place their golf ball. 

Flower Planting Party

On Wednesday night we hosted our third annual member flower planting party.While attendance was at an all time low, those who did attend showed incredible planting prowess, and dedication to Greenbrier Country Club. They did so with such gusto that I believe they deserve individual acknowledgement. Assistant Superintendent Mike Nazzaro, Debbie Adamson and Ken and Susan Clark, all came out and overcame my shortcomings to lead us to a successful event. Five people in total planted all of the flowers that are now on the course. Bravo!

Getting it done!


Poa's Demise

Poa annua is a grass type that in most settings is considered a weed. Due to its prolific seed head production and ability to survive low mowing heights, it is a common weed on bentgrass putting greens. This year was unfortunately a good year for the troublesome weed. Thinned areas from a tough summer, the timing of the hurricane and Nor'easter last fall, and a mild winter helped Poa spread this winter. Lucky for us we have a multi-pronged approach to keep Poa in check. Some of the chemicals we spray, if timed correctly can sting the Poa, and provide an opportunity for bentgrass to reclaim lost ground. The photo below shows Poa that has been negatively affected by a growth regulator/fungicide combination, and healthy bentgrass crowding out the nuisance putting green weed. The more bentgrass we can keep on our greens, the smoother and healthier they will stay for golfers.