Verti-cutting is the process of removing the thatch buildup which
allows turf to breathe more efficiently. The absorption of nutrients and
moisture is increased since the younger blades of turf are not competing with
dead stems and roots that form thatch. Certain amounts of thatch are
necessary for healthy turf, provide cushioning and reduce compression in
high - traffic areas. Excessive thatch can become troublesome for turf as it
absorbs the air, water, and food that should be going to the younger blades.
Thatch also allows insects and disease to reproduce and fester with ease,
effectively creating a direct threat to the good health of turf grass. The City
uses verti - cutting to quickly and effectively remove thatch without excessive
damage to turf playing surfaces. Currently verti - cutting is used to keep the
surfaces of City sports turf open and able to breathe. The machine runs round
knife discs spaced 1.38 inches apart into the soil to a maximum working
depth of 3.15 inches. The cutting discs prune roots to encourage growth.
THIS FAST AND EFFECTIVE PROCESS CAN BE USED BY CITY CONTRACTORS YEAR-ROUND
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