Topdressing before Verti-cutting on Bermuda Greens Cancel The title field is required!

1. Simon Parkin

   

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   6/13/2013 11:06 AM

   I have heard of some guys Topdressing before they Verti-cut, to work the sand in to the canopy and leave a smoother surface behind. I normally Verti-cut above the crown of the Tif-Dwarf in 4 directions, bi-weekly. I then topdress lightly, drag in the material with a mat and lightly water just to work the sand in some more. This has been a successful practice for us, but I am also looking to improve our techniques and putting surface.
   
   Let me know if you use this method and how you like it, I am also interested to see what kind of abrasion this has on the Verti-cutting units and general wear and tear issues?
   
   Cheers

   
   
   
   
2. Corey Eastwood

   

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   6/13/2013 11:06 AM

   i have not seen it done on Bermuda but it sure works well on Bent or Poa mix greens. One quick pass with brush will finish off.

   
   Corey Eastwood CGCS, Stockton Golf & CC, Retired