Stonebriar Agronomy

We have begun addressing the weakened turf areas on the Dye Course, specifically on holes 10 and 16. Earlier this week, our team completed the preparation work on Dye 10, and sod installation is scheduled for Thursday, weather permitting. Preparation on Dye 16 will begin as soon as conditions are dry enough, with sod installation to follow promptly thereafter. The thinning observed in these fairways is primarily due to shade challenges and north‑facing slopes that receive limited sunlight during the winter months. We will continue to support these areas with targeted fertilizer applications and cultural practices to encourage the bermudagrass to break dormancy and begin active growth. As noted in a previous communication, bermudagrass requires a combined daytime high and nighttime low temperature of 150 degrees (for example, an 85° high and 65° low) before it can grow vigorously enough to recover. Once we consistently reach these temperature thresholds, members can expect to see the tu...

  Understanding Off-Types in Our MiniVerde Greens Our bermudagrass putting greens are intended to deliver the smooth ball roll, vibrant color, and durability that produce high-quality playing conditions at our Club. These greens are built to withstand daily play while maintaining the performance standards our members expect. From time to time, however, you may notice small patches on the greens that look or behave slightly differently from the surrounding turf. These areas are known as off-types. While they are a common challenge on ultradwarf bermudagrass greens, they can affect both the appearance and performance of the putting surface. I will explain what causes off-types, how they impact play, and how we manage them to protect the quality of our greens. What Off-Types Are and Why They Occur Off-types are patches of turf that differ from the desired MiniVerde variety in color, texture, density, or growth habit. They may appear lighter or darker, grow slightly faster, or respond ...