Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Managing Soil Profiles - Bicarbonates and Sodium (continued)




 

 


Reduced turf quality, non-functioning root system, water management issues and suspicious irrigation water quality all pointed to a potential build up of sodium within the soil profile. Reduced infiltration rates were inhibiting the ability of the profile to properly flush, even when exposed to natural rainfall.

 
 
The Soil Report Base Saturation % indicated that sodium was slightly elevated on green 18 (4.81%) along with a subsequent calcium deficiency (48.71%). Green 17 demonstrated reduced magnesium (4.22%). Both 17 and 18 were low in accessible phosphorus (<250 lbs./acre).  The Soil Report is a valuable tool in determining nutrient accessibility, but does not provide any information on availability of nutrients. Good tool for balancing Base Saturation.


 


 
The Saturated Paste Report paints a much clearer picture of what is going on in the soil solution. Using irrigation water to analyze soil saturation had a tremendous impact on both the pH (from 5.9 to 6.5 and 7.0 to 7.2) and in reducing availability of "good" Soluble Cations (Ca, Mg, K). It can be inferred from the dramatic movement of pH and Soluble Cations, that the irrigation water is extremely high in both pH and bicarbonates. High bicarbonates are causing calcium and magnesium to precipitate out in solution pulling them off soil colloids and reducing their presence as soluble cations. Sodium has taken advantage of this void and has therefore increased as a dominant soluble cation.  So much so, that it is negatively impacting plant and soil health.




Sodium is very aggressively over powering the other cations (Ca, Mg, K) in the soil solution as well as on the soil colloid – 30.91% (Grn 17) and 43.68% (Grn 18).  As the % saturation of sodium increases (>5%) it has a negative impact on soil aggregate stability, limiting the movement of water and air through the soil profile (especially in the upper horizons). As infiltration rates decrease we see salt accumulation begin to increase, having a negative impact on the ability of plant roots to access water and nutrients. This is especially noticeable on shallow rooted turf plants like Poa annua or newly germinating seedlings. With limited infiltration rates it becomes difficult to effectively flush the profile, greatly exasperating the problem. A sodic (sodium) issue can rapidly become a sodic-salt issue which then quickly impacts plant and soil health.

 
Reduced soil infiltration (air porosity <15%) as a result of high sodium and salts, will result in a severe decline of microbial activity in soils, dramatically reducing rooting depth, function and density. The fix is to dislodge sodium from soil colloids, replace it with calcium and relocate sodium beyond the root zone in the soil profile. Re-establishing the proper balance of Mg and K is also important. Adding supplemental mineral phosphorus to the soil will correct any potential phosphorus deficiency – this will also help to enhance rooting potential.

Sodic soils are typically higher in pH, lower in soil organic matter, lower in carbon and have reduced biological activity. Adding compost to high sodium soils can accelerate the remediation process by providing a sustainable food source for microbes. Carbon in compost is more liable and readily available for microbial use.The activity of microbes will help to reestablish soil aggregate stability, increasing the infiltration rate of soil profile and facilitate the leaching of sodium out of the root zone.

 
 
To expedite this process it is necessary to solid tine the greens to a depth that penetrates the organic portion of the profile (3"). Given the existing shallow roots, it would be too destructive to pull cores at this time, so care must be taken to minimize disruption of the upper soil profile (rhizospere).
 
Prior to this aeration event, apply a high rate of liquid humic acids (i.e. KaPre Exalt - 35% Humic Acids @ 2.5 gl./acre) + penetrating wetting agent (Foliar Pak Command @ 24-32 oz./acre). Immediately follow the application with a Pulse Irrigation Cycle – irrigate until puddling occurs, allow excess water to dissipate and repeat the process several times throughout an irrigation cycle. 
 
Repeat this application in 2-3 days before aeration.
 
As part of the aeration process, incorporate 5-10 lbs./M of a soluble fine granulated gypsum + 10 lbs./M of Healthy Grow Compost 2-4-3 Holganix. It can be applied in conjunction with sand topdressing, but it is important to get it worked well into the aerification holes and avoid surface stratification. Follow-up with a Pulse Irrigation Cycle.
 
At this point it is important to again take follow-up soil and water samples to verify soil sodium reduction and monitor additional nutrient deficiencies or imbalances.
 
If the Soil Report indicates a Base Saturation imbalance, mineralizing soils with Sul-Po-Mag, Gypsum or High Calcium Lime can be done in conjunction with a late fall aeration event. If phosphorus continues to demonstrates accessibility deficiencies (<250 lbs./acre), then MAP should be incorporated as well.
 
A late fall solid tine will also help with further cleaning up the soil profile. Leaving the holes open will facilitate flushing with natural precipitation over the winter.
A spring solid tine in lieu of coring would be beneficial.
Monthly venting (utilizing solid tines) during June, July and August along with incorporation of Healthy Grow Compost 2-4-3 Holganix would help prevent the build up of sodium. Regular applications of Root Guard, Bio 12-6-6 and Command in conjunction with Pulse Irrigation will also help in suppressing sodium accumulations during the summer months.
 
Avoiding excessive applications of high salt index fertilizers – compost based products are best (high carbon, low nitrogen, reduced salts).
 
 
 
 
 
 



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Saturday, September 5, 2015

Lost Marsh Project (continued)


Lost Marsh Project

 

 
Initial Assessment:

The overall assessment of the situation at Lost Marsh was that the soils were not consistently balanced due to the variability in both soil texture and organic matter content (quantity and quality), resulting in a lack of biological diversity and sustainability.

Without a functional relationship between the plant and soil biology, the plant was only able to access a small percent of the nitrogen that was applied. The remainder of the nitrogen was lost through leaching or volatilization, making it unavailable to the plant.

With minimal plant available nitrogen, there was also a reduction in the amount of active organic matter that was returned to the soil as liable plant residues and exudates. The biological activity that did exist (bacteria), rapidly broke down the available soil organic matter which resulted in the unproductive volatilization of carbon (CO2) and nitrogen (ammonia) rather than returning it to the soil as productive stable carbon and nitrogen that could be recycled.

The broken plant/soil relationship resulted in the inability of plants to access essential nutrients and water on demand, reducing important soil buffers and leaving plants more susceptible to disease and stress.


Recommendations:

The fix was to begin the process of balancing the soils by implementing the following protocols:

1.    Evaluation – Initiate a soil sampling regime designed to provide a snapshot of ongoing nutrient accessibility and availability throughout the growing season. Focus on balancing base cation saturation (Ca, Mg, K), monitoring bicarbonate and sodium levels, phosphorus and trace element availability.

2.    Balance Soil Chemistry - Utilize both granular fundamental minerals and liquid applied nutrients to balance base cation saturation and supplement nutrient deficiencies.

3.    Balance Soil Carbon - Continually build soil stable carbon utilizing both granular and liquid applied supplements. 

4.    Energy - Provide sufficient plant energy (nitrogen) to maintain adequate growth, returning active organic residues and exudates into the soil. Buffer the rate of soil organic matter decomposition to insure production of soil stable carbon and nitrogen, maintaining balanced and functional biological activity. 

5.    Monitor Bicarbonates and Sodium.

6.    Soil Biology - Enhance soil biological diversity.

 
Based on the above protocols and utilizing all of the resources available, we presented the following application program to Larry for 2015.

 

2015 Application Schedule - Greens

 


Apply

Product

Rate

Rate

Total

Unit

Total

Total

Date

Description

oz/M

gl./.acre

gl./app

Size

Units

Lb. N/M









6-Apr

MKS Turbo 0-0-5

7.27

2.5

7.5

2.5

3


>40F

Promote 4-0-1

6

2.5

6

2.5

2.4



A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

9

3.3

10

2.5

4

0.05


Amperage 10-0-0

6

2

6

2.5

2.4

0.05








0.1

13-Apr

AERIFICATION







>50F

HGH 2-4-3

10 lb.

440 lb.

1320 lb.

50 lb.

27

0.2









27-Apr

MKS Turbo 0-0-5

7.27

2.5

7.5

2.5

3



A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

6

2

6

2.5

2.4

0.03


P 48 10-45-8



4 lb.

12 lb.

25 lb.

0.5

0.01


Per 4 Max 13-0-0

3

1

3

2.5

1.2

0.03


Power N 24-0-0

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.04


Protesyn

3

1

3

2.5

1.2









0.11









11-May

Carbosential Fe

0.36

16

48

2.5

0.15



A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

6

2

6

2.5

2.4

0.03


P 48 10-45-8



4 lb.

12 lb.

25 lb.

0.5

0.01


Per 4 Max 13-0-0

3

1

3

2.5

1.2

0.03


Power N 24-0-0

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.04


Protesyn

3

1

3

2.5

1.2









0.11









18-May

HGH 2-4-3

5 lb.

220 lb.

660 lb.

50 lb.

15

0.1









25-May

Carbosential Fe

0.36

16

48

2.5

0.15



A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

6

2

6

2.5

2.4

0.03


P 48 10-45-8



4 lb.

12 lb.

25 lb.

0.5

0.01


Per 4 Max 13-0-0

3

1

3

2.5

1.2

0.03


Power N 24-0-0

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.04


Protesyn

3

1

3

2.5

1.2









0.11









8-Jun

Carbosential Fe

0.36

16

48

2.5

0.15



A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

4.4

1.5

4.5

2.5

1.8

0.03


Turgor Silicon

6

2

6

2.5

2.4



Knife Plus 12-0-0

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.02


Power N 24-0-0

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.04


Power 0-0-22

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8



P 48 10-45-8



4 lb.

12 lb.

25 lb.

0.5

0.01









15-Jun

HGH 2-4-3

5 lb.

220 lb.

660 lb.

50 lb.

15

0.1









22-Jun

Carbosential Fe

0.36

16

48

2.5

0.15



A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

4.4

1.5

4.5

2.5

1.8

0.03


Turgor Silicon

6

2

6

2.5

2.4



Knife Plus 12-0-0

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.02


Power N 24-0-0

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.04


Power 0-0-22

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8



P 48 10-45-8



4 lb.

12 lb.

25 lb.

0.5

0.01








0.1









6-Jul

Carbosential Fe

0.36

16

48

2.5

0.15



A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

4.4

1.5

4.5

2.5

1.8

0.03


Turgor Silicon

6

2

6

2.5

2.4



Knife Plus 12-0-0

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.02


Power N 24-0-0

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.04


Power 0-0-22

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8



P 48 10-45-8



4 lb.

12 lb.

25 lb.

0.5

0.01








0.1









13-Jul

HGH 2-4-3

5 lb.

220 lb.

660 lb.

50 lb.

15

0.1









20-Jul

Carbosential Fe

0.36

16

48

2.5

0.15



Perk Up

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.03


Turgor Silicon

6

2

6

2.5

2.4



Knife Plus 12-0-0

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.02


Power N 24-0-0

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.04


Power 0-0-22

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8



P 48 10-45-8



4 lb.

12 lb.

25 lb.

0.5

0.01








0.1









3-Aug

Carbosential Fe

0.36

16

48

2.5

0.15



Perk Up

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.03


Turgor Silicon

6

2

6

2.5

2.4



Knife Plus 12-0-0

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.02


Power N 24-0-0

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.04


Power 0-0-22

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8



P 48 10-45-8



4 lb.

12 lb.

25 lb.

0.5

0.01








0.1









10-Aug

HGH 2-4-3

5 lb.

220 lb.

660 lb.

50 lb.

15

0.1









17-Aug

Carbosential Fe

0.36

16

48

2.5

0.15



Perk Up

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.03


Turgor Silicon

6

2

6

2.5

2.4



Knife Plus 12-0-0

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.02


Power N 24-0-0

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.04


Power 0-0-22

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8



P 48 10-45-8



4 lb.

12 lb.

25 lb.

0.5

0.01








0.1









31-Aug

Carbosential Fe

0.36

16

48

2.5

0.15



Perk Up

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.03


Turgor Silicon

6

2

6

2.5

2.4



Knife Plus 12-0-0

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.02


Power N 24-0-0

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.04


Power 0-0-22

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8



P 48 10-45-8



4 lb.

12 lb.

25 lb.

0.5

0.01








0.1









7-Sep

HGH 2-4-3

10 lb.

440 lb.

1320 lb.

50 lb.

27

0.2









14-Sep

MKS Turbo 0-0-5

7.27

2.5

7.5

2.5

3



A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

6

2

6

2.5

2.4

0.03



Knife Plus 12-0-0

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.02


Power N 24-0-0

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8

0.04


Power 0-0-22

2

0.7

2

2.5

0.8



P 48 10-45-8



4 lb.

12 lb.

25 lb.

0.5

0.01








0.1









28-Sep

Amperage 10-0-0

6

2

6

2.5

2.4

0.05


A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

6

2

6

2.5

2.4

0.03


Promote 4-0-1

6

2.5

6

2.5

2.4

0.03


MKS Turbo 0-0-5

7.27

2.5

7.5

2.5

3









0.11









>40F

HGH 8-3-5

10 lb.

440 lb.

1320 lb.

50 lb.

27

0.8









19-Oct

Amperage 10-0-0

6

2

6

2.5

2.4

0.05


Promote 4-0-1

6

2.5

6

2.5

2.4



MKS Turbo 0-0-5

7.27

2.5

7.5

2.5

3








.05
                                                                                              Total N/M = 2.89 lbs.
 

2015 Application Schedule - Tees



Apply

Product

Rate

Rate

Total

Unit

Total

Total

Date

Description

oz/M

gl./acre

gls./app

Size

Units

lb.N/M









6-Apr

Amperage 10-0-0

6

2

6

2.5

2.4

0.05

>40F

Promote 4-0-1

6

2.5

6

2.5

2.4



A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

9

3.3

10

2.5

4

0.05








0.1









13-Apr

HGH 8-3-5

5 lb.

220 lb.

660 lb.

50 lb.

15

0.4

>50F
















27-Apr

Amperage

3

1

3

2.5

1.2

0.025


Promote

3

1

3

2.5

1.2



22-0-4

3

1

3

2.5

1.2

0.05


A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

4.4

1.5

4.5

2.5

1.8

0.025


Minor Mix

2

88 oz.

2

2.5

0.8









0.1









11-May

Carbosential Fe

0.36

16

48

2.5

0.15



Promote

3

1

3

2.5

1.2



22-0-4

4.4

1.5

4.5

2.5

1.8

0.08


A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

4.4

1.5

4.5

2.5

1.8

0.025








0.1









18-May

HGH 2-4-3

5 lb.

220 lb.

660 lb.

50 lb.

15

0.1









25-May

Amperage

3

1

3

2.5

1.2

0.025


Promote

3

1

3

2.5

1.2



22-0-4

3

1

3

2.5

1.2

0.05


A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

4.4

1.5

4.5

2.5

1.8

0.025


Nutrol

1.8

5 lb.

15 lb.

40 lbs.

0.375









0.1









8-Jun

Carbosential Fe

0.36

16

48

2.5

0.15



Promote

3

1

3

2.5

1.2



22-0-4

4.4

1.5

4.5

2.5

1.8

0.08


A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

4

1.4

4.2

2.5

1.7

0.02


Nutrol

1.8

5 lb.

15 lb.

40 lbs.

0.375









0.1









15-Jun

HGH 2-4-3

5 lb.

220 lb.

660 lb.

50 lb.

15

0.1









22-Jun

Amperage

3

1

3

2.5

1.2

0.025


Promote

3

1

3

2.5

1.2



22-0-4

3

1

3

2.5

1.2

0.05


A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

4.4

1.5

4.5

2.5

1.8

0.025


Nutrol

1.8

5 lb.

15 lb.

40 lbs.

0.375









0.1









6-Jul

Carbosential Fe

0.36

16

48

2.5

0.15



Promote

3

1

3

2.5

1.2



22-0-4

4.4

1.5

4.5

2.5

1.8

0.08


A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

4

1.4

4.2

2.5

1.7

0.02


Nutrol

1.8

5 lb.

15 lb.

40 lbs.

0.375









0.1









13-Jul

HGH 2-4-3

5 lb.

220 lb.

660 lb.

50 lb.

15

0.1









20-Jul

Amperage

3

1

3

2.5

1.2

0.025


Promote

3

1

3

2.5

1.2



22-0-4

3

1

3

2.5

1.2

0.05


A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

4.4

1.5

4.5

2.5

1.8

0.025


Nutrol

1.8

5 lb.

15 lb.

40 lbs.

0.375









0.1









3-Aug

Carbosential Fe

0.36

16

48

2.5

0.15



Promote

3

1

3

2.5

1.2



22-0-4

4.4

1.5

4.5

2.5

1.8

0.08


A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

4

1.4

4.2

2.5

1.7

0.02


Nutrol

1.8

5 lb.

15 lb.

40 lbs.

0.375









0.1









10-Aug

HGH 2-4-3

5 lb.

220 lb.

660 lb.

50 lb.

15

0.1









17-Aug

Amperage

3

1

3

2.5

1.2

0.025


Promote

3

1

3

2.5

1.2



22-0-4

3

1

3

2.5

1.2

0.05


A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

4.4

1.5

4.5

2.5

1.8

0.025


Nutrol

1.8

5 lb.

15 lb.

40 lbs.

0.375









0.1









31-Aug

Carbosential Fe

0.36

16

48

2.5

0.15



Promote

3

1

3

2.5

1.2



22-0-4

4.4

1.5

4.5

2.5

1.8

0.08


A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

4

1.4

4.2

2.5

1.7

0.02


Nutrol

1.8

5 lb.

15 lb.

40 lbs.

0.375









0.1









7-Sep

AERIFICATION







>50F

HGH 2-4-3

10 lb.

440 lb.

1320 lb.

50 lb.

27

0.2









14-Sep

Amperage

3

1

3

2.5

1.2

0.025


Promote

3

1

3

2.5

1.2



A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

9

3.3

10

2.5

4

0.05


MKS Turbo 0-0-5

7.27

2.5

7.5

2.5

3









0.075









28-Sep

Amperage 10-0-0

6

2

6

2.5

2.4

0.05


A.S. Fusion 7-0-0

6

2

6

2.5

2.4

0.03


Promote 4-0-1

6

2.5

6

2.5

2.4

0.03


MKS Turbo 0-0-5

7.27

2.5

7.5

2.5

3









0.11









Oct

HGH 8-3-5

10 lb.

440 lb.

1320 lb.

50 lb.

27

0.8

>40F

















19-Oct

Amperage 10-0-0

6

2

6

2.5

2.4

0.05


Promote 4-0-1

6

2.5

6

2.5

2.4



MKS Turbo 0-0-5

7.27

2.5

7.5

2.5

3









0.05
                                                                                                  Total N/M = 3.14 lbs.

2015 Application Schedule - Fairways



Apply

Product

Rate

Rate

Total

Unit

Total

Total

Date

Description

oz/M

gl./acre

gls./app

Size

Units

lb.N/M









13-Apr

Amperage 10-0-0

3

1

30

2.5

12

0.025

>40F

AMS 21-0-0

5.5

15 lb.

450 lb.

50 lbs.

9

0.07








0.1










20-Apr

HGH 8-3-5

5 lb.

220 lb.



50 lb.

135

0.4

>50F
















4-May

Amperage 10-0-0

3

1

30

2.5

12

0.025








0.025









18-May

Carbosential Fe

0.27

12 oz.

2.8

2.5

1.1



30-0-0

3

1

30

2.5

12

0.07


AMS 21-0-0

2.4

6.6 lb.

200 lb.

50 lbs.

4

0.03








0.1









25-May

HGH 2-4-3

5 lb.

220 lb.


50 lb.

135

0.1









1-Jun

Carbosential Fe

0.27

12 oz.

2.8

2.5

1.1



30-0-0

3

1

30

2.5

12

0.07


AMS 21-0-0

2.4

6.6 lb.

200 lb.

50 lbs.

4

0.03


Nutrol

1

2.75

82.5

40 lbs.

2









0.1









15-Jun

Carbosential Fe

0.27

12 oz.

2.8

2.5

1.1



30-0-0

3

1

30

2.5

12

0.07


AMS 21-0-0

2.4

6.6 lb.

200 lb.

50 lbs.

4

0.03


Nutrol

1

2.75

82.5

40 lbs.

2









0.1









22-Jun

HGH 2-4-3

5 lb.

220 lb.


50 lb.

135

0.1









29-Jun

Carbosential Fe

0.27

12 oz.

2.8

2.5

1.1



30-0-0

3

1

30

2.5

12

0.07


AMS 21-0-0

2.4

6.6 lb.

200 lb.

50 lbs.

4

0.03


Nutrol

1

2.75

82.5

40 lbs.

2









0.1









13-Jul

Carbosential Fe

0.27

12 oz.

2.8

2.5

1.1



30-0-0

3

1

30

2.5

12

0.07


AMS 21-0-0

2.4

6.6 lb.

200 lb.

50 lbs.

4

0.03


Nutrol

1

2.75

82.5

40 lbs.

2









0.1









20-Jul

HGH 2-4-3

5 lb.

220 lb.


50 lb.

135

0.1









27-Jul

Carbosential Fe

0.27

12 oz.

2.8

2.5

1.1



30-0-0

3

1

30

2.5

12

0.07


AMS 21-0-0

2.4

6.6 lb.

200 lb.

50 lbs.

4

0.03


Nutrol

1

2.75

82.5

40 lbs.

2









0.1









10-Aug

Carbosential Fe

0.27

12 oz.

2.8

2.5

1.1



30-0-0

3

1

30

2.5

12

0.07


AMS 21-0-0

2.4

6.6 lb.

200 lb.

50 lbs.

4

0.03


Nutrol

1

2.75

82.5

40 lbs.

2









0.1









17-Aug

HGH 2-4-3

5 lb.

220 lb.


50 lb.

135

0.1









24-Aug

Carbosential Fe

0.27

12 oz.

2.8

2.5

1.1



30-0-0

3

1

30

2.5

12

0.07


AMS 21-0-0

2.4

6.6 lb.

200 lb.

50 lbs.

4

0.03


Nutrol

1

2.75

82.5

40 lbs.

2









0.1









7-Sep

Carbosential Fe

0.27

12 oz.

2.8

2.5

1.1



AMS 21-0-0

3.6

10 lbs.

300 lbs.

50 lbs.

6










14-Sep

AERIFICATION








HGH 2-4-3

5 lb.

220 lb.


50 lb.

135

0.1









21-Sep

Amperage 10-0-0

3

1

30

2.5

12

0.025


AMS 21-0-0

3.6

10 lbs.

300 lbs.

50 lbs.

6

0.05








0.075









12-Oct

HGH 8-3-5

5 lb.

220 lb.



50 lb.

135

0.4

>40F
















26-Oct

Amperage 10-0-0

3

1

30

2.5

12
.025








 
                                                                                                      Total N/M = 2.33 lbs
 
Soil sampling was done 04/21/15, 06/16/15 and 09/01/15

To date, no adjustments have been made to the initial program based on the in season soil report results.

The last soil sampling (09/01/15), pending results, will determine if any foundation mineral adjustments are needed to be incorporated in conjunction with fall aerification activities.

 

Observations / Results:

06/16/15
Larry commented:

·         “Turf color, lateral movement and increased turf density were much improved over previous seasons”.

·         He was very pleased with the results to date.

·         Wanted to see a slight increase in growth response on fairways and tees, so we switched to using Healthy Grow 8-3-5 + Holganix for July and August.

·         Experienced some initial difficulty with Healthy Grow product breakdown, but was able to adjust mowing and irrigation schedule to accommodate.

 
Product requires only a small amount of initial moisture, followed by a thorough drying, and then a final watering event to initiate complete product breakdown. If the initial wetting phase delivers too much moisture or the drying phase is not complete, the product will not properly breakdown. Applications in conjunction with morning dew provides sufficient moisture for phase one wetting, as long as it is followed by sufficient length of drying time (without additional moisture) to insure complete particle drying. Mowing can be done prior to product application, but should not be resumed until after completion of wet-dry-wet cycle.

 
09/01/15
Larry commented:

·         “Golf course is in the best condition ever, excellent color and turf density”.

·         “Rounds are substantially up over last season – positive feedback from both city management personnel and golf course customers”.

·         “Experienced a major reduction in water usage over same time period as last year”.

·         “Reduced disease incidence” – identical fungicide program as last year.

·         Wants to eliminate Florentine products from 2016 program and utilize all Foliar Pak

·         City of Hammond has requested that we extend a similar application program to include 9-hole Youth Golf Course and Pavilion turf areas in 2016.

 
Bob and I both agreed that there was a noticeable progressive improvement in turfgrass health and vigor over the course of the 2015 season. Rooting was very good and profile hydration was very uniform, indicative of a more balanced soil – enhanced air and water movement through the profile resulting in improved water management efficiency.

 
It will be interesting to quantify where we end up with total nitrogen inputs for the season. I am certain it will be dramatically less than previous years, substantiating the importance of achieving the ideal balance of soil organic carbon as part of the overall process of balancing soil.

 
The success of this project to date is all a credited to Larry’s desire to achieve excellence and willingness to be innovative. The initial plan on paper was a collaborative effort, but Larry’s dedication and hard work has made it reality.  Thank you Larry.


Product Description

Liquid Applied Nutrients – Soil and Plant Energy

Foilar Pak AS Fusion 7-0-0

Ammonia sulfate supplement plus L- plant amino acids and manganese, formulated to provide low rates of AS to stimulate photosynthesis and carbohydrate production when soil temperatures are less than ideal for optimum growth. Excellent early spring and late fall partner with Foliar Pak Amperage. Excellent source of plant energy independent of soil biology.
 

Foliar Pak 22-0-4

True foliar fertilizer that is immediately available to the plant. Slowly available nitrogen from urea triazone, and readily available nitrogen from urea and potassium nitrate. Also contains plant available amino acids to enhance product uptake and provide additional nitrogen and carbon.
 

Foliar Pak 30-0-0

Combination of urea, urea triazone and methylene urea for both foliar and soil uptake.

 

Liquid Applied Nutrients – Soil Balancing

Foliar Pak MKS Turbo 0-0-5

Organic acid based Armament technology protects mineral molecules within the rhizosphere, promoting a steady plant available source of magnesium, potassium and sulfur over a 30-60 day period. A much more efficient (reduced leaching potential) and plant available source of essential nutrients than traditional granular K-Mag or Sul-Po-Mag. When applied monthly, MKS Turbo is a very safe and compatible product that can be utilized throughout the growing season. Apply in conjunction with surfactants for added convenience.
 

Foliar Pak Carbosential Fe

Infusing iron molecules within a complex carbohydrate matrix results in both rapid foliar uptake and a protected slowly available source of iron that is very soil stable. Supplemental L- amino acids facilitate plant uptake of iron in addition to providing stable sources of carbon and nitrogen. Plants need a slow steady source of iron throughout the growing season and monthly applications of Carbosential Fe will insure availability. Keep in mind that manganese and iron together stimulate photosynthetic activity and enhanced carbohydrate production.
 

 

Liquid Applied Nutrients – Carbon-Based Bio Stimulating

Foliar Pak Amperage 10-0-0

Contains Mn, Fe, Zn, molasses and urea. The black strap molasses component is a simple sugar that provides a readily available carbohydrate energy source to the plant at times when photosynthesis is naturally reduced. Zinc helps in protein synthesis and carbohydrate metabolism to facilitate energy production, while manganese and iron stimulate the plant to increase photosynthetic production. The molasses is an excellent source of carbon, providing food and energy to enhance microbial soil activity. When Amperage is tanked mix with A.S. Fusion (AS) in early spring or late fall, it has the beneficial effect of either initiating or extending photosynthetic activity resulting in greater carbohydrate storage and improved plant efficiency. During the summer months, Amperage will encourage enhanced plant recovery from stress or physical damage.

Foliar Pak Promote 1-0-4

Promote is a combination of seaweed extracts, humic substances, sugars and organic acids. It provides multiple sources of soil carbon, amino acids, enzymes and proteins. Monthly applications of Promote throughout the growing season adds an additional layer of plant protection from moisture and heat stress. Higher rates of Promote in early spring and late fall promote photosynthesis and enhance chlorophyll production. Summer applications Promote is a combination

 

Liquid Applied Nutrients – Foliar Supplements

Foliar Pak Minor Mix

Foliar available trace element package. Also has 8% by weight sea plant extract which enhances uptake and provides supplemental carbon.

 

High Carbon-Based Fertility with Bio Supplementation

Healthy Grow + Holganix 

An exceptionally well humified (aerobically decomposed) poultry litter compost, containing natural nutrients and beneficial biology from dual sources – naturally occurring microbes indigenous to composting process plus inoculation with liquid Holganix concentrate. The unique combination results in a product capable of delivering diverse living biology along with sustainable high organic carbon food sources and additional prebiotics to support plant and soil health. The ideal soil enhancing protocol is to incorporate Healthy Grow + Holganix directly into the soil profile at core aerification as a supplement to monthly liquid Holganix applications. With severely depleted soils, excessive thatch accumulation or severe organic profile layering, additional broadcast applications of Healthy Grow + Holganix in conjunction with solid tine venting will help fast track the remediation process.
 
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