Other main concerns, where the outfield has dual usage, is the renovation of worn areas through the short period at the end of winter sports season
of slit tines, penetrating to a depth of 100-150mm, or an Imants Shockwave if ground conditions warrant. This too will improve root structure, as the grasses search for the pore spaces being made available. On areas of fine turf, the main purpose of topdressing is to preserve a true and level surface and to dilute the build up of thatch. Ideally, an annul application of 5- 6kg/m2
of topdressing, divided into
several applications, is the most practical. If the playing surface is on a heavy clay soil with poor drainage, or has excess thatch larger quantities, topdressing should be applied in conjunction with a hollow tining programme, so that drainage and aeration of the surface layer can be improved.
Consistency in the use of topdressings on fine turf is important, as the use of pure sands (or straights) for one year, and reverting to a mix of sand/ soil the next, could form a root break, causing a significant effect on the vertical movement of soil moisture and the penetration of grass roots.
In areas of fine turf, the lime content of the topdressing material
is critical. If the sand contains large quantities of shells or calcareous material then the pH of the surface layer will increase. This could have an affects on weeds, earthworm activity, turf grass disease and the composition of the grass species within the turf, in particular the invasion of annual meadow grass (Poa annua), at the expense of fescues and bent species.
Other main concerns, where the outfield has dual usage, is the renovation of worn areas through the short period at the end of their season, such as football goalmouths, touch lines and centre circles.
In the case of rugby, bare areas caused by scrimmaging, the work required here would be to harrow or rake over the worn and bare areas to reinstate the levels and create a seed bed. Aerate the area with solid tines to a depth of 100- 150mm to decompact. Overseed the area
with a suitable perennial ryegrass and, where possible, topdress to cover the seed. A pre-seed fertiliser may be required in the event of larger areas of recovery. Irrigate as required to establish early germination to prevent the area being taken over by weeds. Where worm casting, moss colonisation or an attack of disease, such as Fusarium (Microducium nival) becomes noticeable, an appropriate control for fungicide should be adopted with a person holding the necessary qualification certification. Remember, your outfield will have a major effect on a game if unattended. The outfield should be treated the same as any other natural grass pitch, carrying out regular mowing, verticutting, aerating, topdressing and feeding programmes to maintain a level surface, healthy sward and a sustainable playing environment.
£2,250 - £2,550 +VAT
Golf Greensmower 20” & 25”
Golf Teesmower 25” only £2,550 +VAT
Greensmower 12-blade 20” & 25”
£1,750 - £2,000 +VAT
Scarifier-Verticutter Groomer £1,400 +VAT
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Greensmower 6 or 9-blade 20” & 25”
£1,450 - £1,600 +VAT
Heavy Duty Mower 24”, 30” & 36” £3,150 - £4,650 +VAT
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£1,550-£1,750 +VAT
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