How To Build A Golf Green

Are you wondering how to build a golf green? Improving your greens score can be as easy as stepping out your back door, if you have the property to build a golf green. If possible choose an elevated area in full sun to build your golf green on.

What you'll need:

• soil
• wheel barrow
• rake
• shovel, hand spade or backhoe.

1. Remove debris from the area to be used to build the golf green. Use a shovel to remove rocks, clay, trees, bushes, existing grass (if any) and poor soil. Use a bobcat for larger area's.
2. Drainage. Add drainage at this time if you do not have an elevated area for the golf green to be constructed in. Whether you install it yourself or have a professional do the job is up to you.
3. Add soil.  Using your wheel barrow move the good soil to the designated areas. Making many small piles along the designated green area will aide in distributing the soil evenly.
4. Distribute the soil in the area designated for the golf green. Use a rake to distribute the soil evenly. Once the soil is raked, it will need to be rolled or compacted for a smooth base.
5. Lay the golf green down. Depending on your location you can opt for real grass or fake green material. Choose bentgrass if you opt to use real grass.
6. If using bentgrass you will need to water and maintain during growing period. Make sure to water according to growing specifications for your geographical area. Mow and fertilize as needed.
7. If choosing artificial turf to be used as your golf green. If you choose to use artificial turf follow manufacturers instructions regarding their choice of top layer for the golf green.
8. Install your putting hole and flag. These can be purchased on line. Install the putting hole according to manufacturers instructions.