15 I |3 f p - , SEPTEMBER 1982 I L S A PATCH Official Publication of the Michigan & Border Cities Golf Course Superintendents Association M IC H IG A N & BORDER C IT IE S G O LF COURSE S U P E R IN T E N D E N T S A SSO C IA TIO N PRESIDENT BRUCE WOLFROM, CGCS Barton Hills Country Club 435 Stein Road Ann Arbor, Michigan 48103 Off. 662-8359 - Res. 884-8684 VICE PRESIDENT WALTER TROMBLEY Arrowhead Country Club 3130 Orion Road Lake Orion, Michigan 48035 Off. 373-5240 - Res. 693-2924 SECRETARY-TREASURER KEVIN DUSHANE,CGCS Wabeek Country Club 159 Willards Way Union Lake, Michigan 48085 Off. 851-1689 - Res. 698-2924 BOARD OF DIRECTORS CLEM WOLFROM Detroit Golf Club 530 Kendry Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48013 Off. 345-4589 - Res. 334-0140 MICHAEL EDGERTON Meadowbrook Country Club 32736 Hees Livonia, Michigan 48150 Off. 349-3608 - Res. 522-6238 CHARLES GAIGE Lakelands Golf & Country Club 7390 Rickett Brighton, Michigan 48116 Off. 231-3003 - Res. 227-4617 CRAIG ROGGEMAN St. Clair Shores Country Club 22185 Masonic Blvd. St. Clair Shores, Michigan 48082 294-6170 DANIEL UZELAC Dominion Golf Club RR No. 1 Oldcastle, Ontario, Canada NOR 1LO Off. 969-4350 - Res. 969-4350 THEODORE WOEHRLE Oakland Hills Country Club 3390 Witherbee Troy, Michigan 48084 Off. 644-3352 - Res. 649-8512 PRESIDENT EMERITUS JAMES TIMMERMAN, CGCS Orchard Lake Country Club 7183 Buckhom Orchard Lake, Michigan 48 033 Off.682-2150 - Res. 360-0238 "A PATCH OF GREEN" t h e P u b l ¡ s h e d m o n t h l y by M IC H IG A N AND BO R DER C IT IE S G O L F COURSE S U P E R IN T E N D E N T S A SSO C IA TIO N C ircu lation : 1,250 Ted Woehrle, CGCS, Oakland H ills C .C . 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Baker and R. Detweiler Since its selection in the 1930’s, T o ­ ronto creeping bentgrass (C-15) has been considered an exceptional turf- grass for golf course putting greens. In recent years, a disorder of unknown etiology commonly referred to as the “ C-15 problem” or “ C-15 decline” has baffled scientists and turfgrass mana­ gers alike. In 1979 and 1980, a disease of unknown etiology destroyed the ‘Toronto’ greens at the Butler National Golf Course in Oak Brook, IL. Indivi­ dual plants appeared to be wilting from the tip down and were dark green and shriveled. Initially, roots and crown appeared healthy; however, eventually the entire plant became brown and decomposed. Fungi and other disease causing agents commonly associated with turfgrass diseases could not be isolated. When transmission electron micro­ scopy was used to ascertain the presence of internal agents in May, 1980, many rod-shaped bacteria were observed in the xylem (Fig. 1) from diseased plants. Individual bacteria measured approx­ imately 0.5 um by 1-1.5 um and posses­ sed a rippled cell wall (Fig. 2) similar to rickettsia-like bacteria associated with Pierce’s disease of grapevines, phony Continued on Page 12 4LLINGHANI CORPORATION DETROIT “ A C R A N E A N D C O M P R E S S O R R E N T A L S E R V IC E C O M P A N Y ” Water lines must be blown out before freeze-ups cause extensive repairs. For portable air compressor rental call. . . (313) 444-8850 ANYTIME - DAY OR NIGHT FROM 150 cfm TO 1600 cfm MACHINES AVAILABLE 21250 w 8 m il e rd SOUTHFIELD, Ml 48075 7 Trailer aerator/dump box package by Dedoes: easy, quick and effective. You can be sure they’ll work for you. Can be pulled by most tractors including International, Toro, Ford, Massey Ferguson, Yanmar, Kubota, John Deere, E-Z-Go, and Cushman, because Dedoes trailer aerator and dump box attach to your hitch. 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Box 575 Walled Lake, Ml 48088 o u t of state 313-624-7710 800-521-7086 8 ANALYSIS OF 170 SAND SAMPLES W.H. Daniel, Turf Research Department of Agronomy, Purdue University W. Lafayette, Indiana Sands are being extensively used in the installation and management of rootzones for turf. Seven important characteristics for a rootzone sand in­ clude: 1. The finer fraction-10%, 2. The coars­ est fraction-10%, 3. Uniformity-2 6%- 48%, 4. pH-Less than 8.0, 5. Less than 1% silt and clay when washed, 6. Reas­ onable priced source, 7. Continued availability. 1. The finest 10% is all-important. The fine particles settle into openings be­ tween larger fractions. The author be­ lieves as little as 5%, if silt and clay, or as much as 25%, if very fine sands, actually describes this predominance. These fine particles: a: Determine the pore space, b. Control the rate and extent of capillary action, c. Permit increased rootzone moisture capacity, d. Increase surface stability, e. Improve ease of managing turf. 2. The coarsest 10% particles: a. Form a filter for slits and narrow openings, b. Tend to reduce moisture retention, c. Tend to provide a less stable surface, d. Appear more ob­ vious. e. May collect and cause dry spots, f. May adversely affect equip­ ment and puttng surface, g. Occupies space-does little work. 3. Uniform particle sand is preferred. Perfectly uniform particles can pro­ vide 48% pore space. Naturally occur­ ring sands seldom provide unifom tex­ ture, but a “ good” (refer to chart) dune (wind sorted) sand may provide 40- 44% pore space. Many dune sands provide only 35-40%. Washed “ pit” sands provide 26-32%, since all par­ ticle sizes are often included. When all sizes of sand, plus silt and clay par­ ticles are mixed, the pore space is reduced to 18%. Mortar and asphalt production is a primary use of the combined particle sizes. The variety of particle sizes pro­ vides increased density and requires the addition of less cement or adhe­ sive. The quality needed for cement production is the opposite of that best suited for turf production. For evaluating sand particles our turf laboratory uses a stack of graduat­ ed seives which divide dried sand into 14 fractions. The range of sand avail­ able has been documented in the 170 samples tested. Continued on Page 15 No synthetically produced fertilizer can compare with MILORGANITE Golf Courses Use More MILORGANITE^ ci, Than Any Other Fertilizer TERMINAL SALES CORR 12871 EATON AVE. DETROIT, MICH. 48227 (313) 491 -0606 9 Toro D e b ris H an d lin g E quipm ent Two machines in one Makes cleaning a breeze With the Toro Vacuum/Blower you can clean up to a quarter- acre in less than an hour. The 5-horsepower vacuum has a 30" vacuum head that rakes in leaves, twigs, and even cans. 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F IL L IN THE QUESTIONAIRE BELOW AND MAIL TO: I \ V # ) I / \ L A / CLEM WOLFROM DETROIT GOLF CLUB 530 Kendry Bloomfield H ills, Ml 48013 Off. 345-4589, Res. 334-0140 I 1 / \ V « £ \ \ L j L / N A M E ADDRESS C IT Y D A T E S T A T E Z IP OR Y O U M A Y C O N T A C T T H E N E X T G O L F C O U R S E S U P P L I E R WHO C A L L O N Y O U A N D G I V E HI M T H E I N F O R M A T I O N N E E D E D F O R A P P L I C A T I O N . 11 Bacterial Wilt, Cont. peach disease and other diseases. Several different bacteria were isolated and tested for pathogenecity on C-15. A frequently isolated bacterium (Fig. 3) produced and characteristic symp­ toms of the C-15 problem. Scanning electron microscopy confirmed the pre- |Üice of the bacteria within the xylem o f laboratory infected plants (Fig. 4). Because of the symptoms and discovery of bacteria with diseased plants, we elected to name the disease “ bacterial wilt” of Toronto creeping bentgrass. Antibiotic field tests for the control of bacterial wilt were initiated in the Detroit area in early Fall of 1980. Streptomycin and Oxytetracycline ap­ plied as 600 parts per milion (ppm) in 5 gallons of water per 1000 ftl were inefective. Heavy drench applications of 1000 ppm of streptomycin, Oxytetra­ cycline, and cupric hydroxide at 50 gallons per 1000 ft2 were made in Detroit (Edgewood) and Chicago (Vil­ lage Links) locations in early April ^981. Oxytetracycline was observed to give effective control whereas strep­ tomycin and cupric hydroxide did not inhibit disease progression. In cooper­ ation with Peter Leuzinger, St. Charles Country Club, St. Charles, IL., drench applications of 50 gallons per 1000 ft2 of 1000 and 1500 ppm oxytetracycline provided absolute control of bacterial wilt (Fig. 5). Scanning electron micro­ graphs of treated (Fig. 6) and nontreated plants (Fig. 7) revealed the prevention of infection in oxytetracycline treated plants. The discovery of baceria, the infection by an isolated bacterium and the sub­ sequent management by oxytetracy­ cline proves that the C-15 problem is a bacterial disease. Research on bacterial wilt, the first bacterial disease of a cultivated turfgrass spp., will provide a research basis for combating new or existing bacterial diseases on other turf grasses. Keep this card handy. It could save you I time } and money. ßro C « > e 12 Rain^B ird S im ply B etter. 13 WATER pH AND PESTICIDES Water affects the way chemicals per­ form. Most water contains dissolved minerals which make it acidic or alka­ line. The acidity or alkalinity of water is referred to as its pH and is based on a 0 to 14 scale. Highly acid substances have a pH approaching 0, while highly alkaline materials have a pH approach­ ing 14. Pure water has a neutral pH of 7. Recent studies at several universities have shown that organo-phosphate and phosphate and carbamate pesti­ cides are decomposed in alkaline water by a process called “ alkaline hydro­ lysis” . This process causes the pesti­ cide molecule to split into inactive or non-active compounds. The rate of decomposition depends on the pesti­ cide involved and the alkalinity of the water in which it is dissolved or sus­ pended. Usually the greater the alka­ linity of the water, the more rapid the decomposition process. Most modem pesticides are effective when mixed and applied in slightly acid water. Alkaline hydrolysis and the gen­ eral effect of alkaline water on solu­ bility may help explain why some pest­ icides show poor control. In the Twin Cities, a check of water showed the pH to be in the vicinity of 8. This pH level W IL L damage the performance of some pesticides. To avoid reducing pesticide effective­ ness with alkaline water, follow several precautionary steps: 1. Check the pH of your water source. 2. Read the pesticide label to deter­ mine what information, if any, is given there concerning the pesticide and the pH of the tank mixtures (pesticide + water). 3. Use mixed pesticides as soon as possible. Do not leave them in the tank overnight. 4. Use alkali neutralizing adjuvants. (Iron sulfate, or Tricarboxylic Acid) vT Serving you better \Ck}' With QUALITY---- ... - .. M ALLINCKRODT LEWIS FORE PAR CLEARY COUNTRY CLUB CHICOPEE Upjohn FOX VALLEY Chipco d i a m o n d s h a m r o c k Yankee PBI Gordon Aquatrols c y c l o n e Turfgrass Products PanaSeal SOUTH LYON, MICHIGAN 48178 Phone: Areo 313 437-1427 GENE JOHANNINGSMEIER 14 . If you have changed your address, please let us know so we can keep our addressing plates up to date. Present Address: N A M E A D D R E S S C I T Y Fill In New Address: S T A T E N A M E A D D R E S S S T A T E C I T Y Mail this form to: A PATCH OF GREEN 31823 Utica Road Fraser, Michigan 48026 Z I P Z I P TURF SUPPLIES INC. 6900 Pardee Rd.,Taylor, Michigan (3 1 3 )2 9 1 -1 2 0 0 DON’T EVEN THINK OF BUYING........................ GRASS SEED FERTILIZERS FUNGICIDES WITHOUT CALLING 291-1200 TURF SUPPLIES INC. 6900 Pardee Rd.,Taylor, Michigan (313) 2 9 1 -1 2 0 0 15 Analysis of Sand Samples, Cont. The average particle size for the finer 10% is 0.19 millimeters. The particle sizes range at 10% is .08 to 0.27mm. Of all sands tested, 61% mea­ sured 0.15 to .25mm. At the coarse end of all samples tested, 53% had less than 10% par­ ticles more than 0.5mm in size. Anoth er 17& had less than 20% coarses than 0.5mm. Therefore it is evident a rather adequate supply of good quality sands are available for rootzone use. Commonly, turfgrass surfaces grad­ ually develop an accumulation of thatch and dust which tend to predom­ inate. A program of frequent, light sand applications as topdressing can result in a uniform predominance of sand. 4. pH of sands tested. Tests show dune sands generally are neutral, neither acid nor alkaline. Sand dug and crush­ ed from pits formed by stream deposits in the Midwest tend to be calcereous. A pH range of 7.6 to 8.6 has been measur­ ed in many samples. The addition of sulfur plus ample phosphorus, potas­ sium and iron may be needed as an initial and annual nutrient program to encourage maximum turfgrass growth on sands with a high pH. 5. Washed sand usually contains less than 1% silt and clay. A simple test to determine the amount of silt and clay in a sand sample: dilute a 5” column of fresh sand with two parts water, shake vigorously, let settle for 24 hours. The amount of silt and clay present will form a surface crust which should be barely discernable. Pit or unwashed sands vary a great deal, but may be suitable for use as rootzone medium. 6. Availability. Check all sand sources before choosing the best uniform sand available at reasonable cost. Large sand companies are equipped to pre­ pare in one day all the sand needed for the turf areas in a metropolitan district for one year. Turf managers are en­ couraged to work together to create builk orders so as to obtain a preferred supply. Plans for a sand topdressing pro­ gram should provide adequate mach­ inery for efficient use. The repeated procedure should be an efficient oper- Continued on Next Page cduiUNTRY CLUB TURF PRODUCTS —Homogenous Granulation —High UF (W.I.N.) —Balanced Feeding —Fits Your Budget SOUTH LYON, MICHIGAN 48178 Phone: Areo 313 437-1427 GENE JOHANNINGSMEIER Lebanon Chemical Corporation P.O. Box 847, Danville, Illinois 61832 uim.F.seii & Son,inc. SINCE 1923 RENTAL SALES - SERVICE * SWEEPERS * LOADERS * TRENCHERS* MOWERS * ROTARY CUTTERS * BACK HOE DIGGERS * BACK FILL BLADES * POST HOLE DIGGERS JOB TAILORED EQUIPMENT 282-5100 Complete Line of Material Handling & Farm Equipment 16555 TELEGRAPH RD. - TAYLOR 1 MILE SOUTH OF EUREKA 16 T H O U G H T F O R T H E M O N T H Suppose every member worked as hard or as little as you do. Suppose everybody did what you did. Suppose everymember attended with the regularity you do. Suppose every member served on as many projects as you do. Suppose every member treated guests as you do. Suppose every member contacted and brought in prospects as often as you do. Suppose every member supported ways and means and special events as you do. Suppose every member were as tactful and understanding as you are. Suppose every member were as friendly, thoughtful, considerate and appreciative as you are. Suppose every member were as dependable, conscientious, enthusias­ tic and willing as you are. Suppose every member had as many, or as few alibis as you do. Suppose every member followed your example. What kind of an organization would it be? Illinois State Florists’ Assn. Bulletin July-August, 1978 A n a ly s is of Sand S a m p le s , C a n t. ation. The sand storage area should provide for an ample, dry supply. It should be arranged for easy dumping by truck when delivered and machine handling and spreading. We at Purdue are encouraged by the availability of quality sands. Since 1972 we have records of 170 samples. Turf managers desiring to get an anal­ ysis of sand may send one pint or one pound of sand for each sample to be tested. Ship to: Dr. W.H. Daniel, Turf Research, Department of Agronomy, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 47907. 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For most people, the reaction to the injection of venom into the skin is more often uncomfortable than deadly. However, a sizable num­ ber of people are very allergic to bee and wasp venom, and the reaction can sometimes be fatal. Brook recommends that if you got stung by an insect, capture it for iden­ tification, if possible, especially if you don’t know if you have an allergy. If a reaction, such as swelling, fainting, hives, nausea or shock, develops get immediate medical help from a doctor or hospital. If you are allergic, be sure to carry identification, such as a medic alert bracelet or tag\s and a wallet card. In a golf course operation, you should instruct your workers to report the location of nests so that they can be removed. You should also be aware if any of your employees are known to have an allergic reaction to insect stings and instruct them in the proper procedures to follow in case they are nearby when a golfer is stung. F o re fro n t IT ISN’T EASY To apologize, To begin over, To be unselfish, To take advice, To admit error, To face a sneer, To be charitable, To keep on trying, To be considerate, To avoid mistakes, To forgive and forget, To think and then act, To keep out of a rut, To make the best of time, To shoulder a deserved blame, To recognize the silver lining, . . . BUT IT ALWAYS PAYS! SAFETY IN MOWING Attractive turf requires good mowing practices and proper mowing means sharp cutting parts. Rotary mowers in particuiar seem to be responsible for a large number of careless accidents. To insure safer mowing, the following precautions should be observed. 1. Remove the ignition wire from the spark plug before sharpening the blade or removing debris from under the housing. 2. Make certain that hands and feet are away from the blade before starting the mower. 3. Never refuel a hot engine. Make certain the tank and cap do not leak. Fill the tank on the driveway, or sidewalk, away from the lawn. 4. Remove all debris, rocks, toys, sprinklers, etc., from the lawn before starting to mow. 5. Never pull the mower backward. This greatly increases the opportunity for accidents. 6. Keep children and pets away from the mower while mowing. Never allow small children to operate the mower. 7. Do not allow anyone to stand or walk beside the 8. Stop the mower whenever you leave for just a few discharge ports. moments. 9. Try to avoid mowing turf when the grass is wet. It is difficult to cut properly and footing may be uncertain. 10. Mow across steep slopes and not up and down. Try to wear shoes that assure good traction. Credit — Divots, July 1982 For Land's Sake-'Use Peat" " A ® A OXFORD FEAT CO. 14 3 0 E. Drahner Rd. 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