Sports Turf Agronomic Management Program

Sand Banding improves drainage, reduces compaction and aerates the soil. The "Sand Injector" creates a 1 / 2 - inch sand channel 10 - inches apart and up to 10 - inches deep. Sand Ba

When soil is properly drained, a thin layer of capillary water is held onto soil

particles, and air fills the remaining space. This combination of soil, air and

water is the ideal environment for roots and beneficial organisms. Drains

provide an escape route for excess water in soil. Healthier roots will survive

any subsequent drought better, and many moisture - related diseases like

Pythium root rot, Pythium blight, Rhizoctonia brown patch and other

diseases will be avoided.

FOOT TRAFFIC AND FREQUENT MAINTENANCE AND MOWING OPERATIONS WILL CAUSE LESS COMPACTION WHEN SOIL IS WELL-DRAINED

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