My Zoysiagrass on 2, 3 and 17 tee, is still lagging behind. This gives you an idea how far Highlands is behind in weather compared to courses in the deep south. The tees have been overseeded with ryegrass and rough bluegrass although no germination has been seen yet.
As I filled up the ballwashers with soap and water, I noticed the native Azaleas are starting to bloom. This is another native plant that most don't get to enjoy, unfortunately since it flowers early.
Our Clemson pre-emerge chemical test plots are really starting to take shape. You can see some of these experiments are really hurting the turf. This shows how important it is for Superintendents to understand how different chemicals work, what is safe on cool season grasses and proper application methods. Imagine if the entire course looked like the plot in the foreground? Not a Superintendent resume builder!
Above, we are using a larger trackhoe while on site to dredge out the silt at the outfalls of the various culvert pipes that enter into Swan lake. I've been wanting to do this for sometime as this was a major eyesore.
Finally, prep work is starting on #10 despite the wet weather. We are getting some pretty gusty winds this afternoon that will help dry us out. We sure need them! 9" of rain is a lot for anyone. Mowing will hopefully resume on Wednesday, weather permitting.