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Author(s):Forrest, John
Title:New grass green key to club's long-term plans
Section:Construction and design
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Source:Turf Craft International. Vol. 100, January/February 2005, p. 23-26.
Publishing Information:Port Melbourne, Victoria, Australia: Agricultural Publishers Pty. Ltd.
# of Pages:4
Keywords:TIC Keywords: Artificial turf; Natural versus artificial turf; Bowling greens; Root zone; Water stress; Sports turf construction; Cynodon transvaalensis; Fertilization; Rolling; Cynodon dactylon
Facility Names:Leeming Bowling Club, Perth, Western Australia
Cultivar Names:Greenlees Park; Santa Ana
Abstract/Contents:Describes Leeming Bowling Club in Perth, West Australia as it reconstructs its bowling greens. Explains that the depth of the loam on the greens is a major contributor to unequal moisture retention. Details the neccessary steps in deciding the appropriate type of turf. Describes the rolling technique used to improve soil contact and to eliminate lumps.
Language:English
References:0
See Also:Other items relating to: Artificial vs. Natural Turf Surfaces
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ASA/CSSA/SSSA Citation (Crop Science-Like - may be incomplete):
Forrest, J. 2005. New grass green key to club's long-term plans. Turf Craft Int. 100:p. 23-26.
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