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Professional Author(s): Varrey, Daniel Author Affiliation: Course Superintendent, Wanneroo Golf Course, WA Title: Algae and black layer development on greens, tees and fairways Source: Official Journal of the Australian Golf Course. Vol. 4, September/October 1987, p. 37-39. Publishing Information: Sandringham, Victoria, Australia: Claim Pty. LTD. Published as an insert to TurfCraft Aust. Keywords: TIC Keywords: Case studies ; Algae ; Black layer ; Characteristics ; Symptoms ; Golf greens ; Golf fairways ; Golf tees Abstract/Contents: The course described was established on dark sand that had a high percentage of fine particles and was very hydrophobic. There were six greens that were bare and dying. It was diagnosed as chronic anaerobiose, probably due to excessive fertiliser and watering, and insufficient renovation. Algae appeared after seeded greens were laid down. Phosphorus, for nurtrition, was kept at low levels in the hope of limiting Poa annua invasion from infested fairways. After rebuilding new turfs Poa annua was invading all greens greatly. A spraying program only weakened the bent that was laid down. The results after wetting agent and fertiliser were applied were disastrous. Algae bloomed, and greens melted away. After looking for some clues and writing letters the author came upon a phenomenon called "black layer". It was caused by anaerobic sulphur, reducing bacteria. There are many other factors such as improper soil mix, incorrect top-dressing, lack of renovation, water logged conditions in winter, etc... Until recently nobody had any understanding of the situation. New knowledge will complete this puzzle. Language: English References: 0 Note: Loctated within TurfCraft Aust. ASA/CSSA/SSSA Citation (Crop Science -Like - may be incomplete ): Off. J. Aust. Golf Course Superintendents Assoc. 4:p. 37-39.Fastlink to access this record outside TGIF: https://tic.msu.edu/tgif/flink?recno=18669 If there are problems with this record, send us feedback about record 18669 . Choices for finding the above item : SB 433 .A1 T56 (inside TurfCraft Aust. ) Request through your local library's inter-library loan service (bring or send a copy of this TGIF record)
