Verticutting of the greens is the mechanical process of removing excessive thatch by using a machine that mows vertically rather than horizontally like reel mowers. Thatch is a build up of dead and decaying organic matter that if not maintained can lead to puffy greens and the onset of diseases and pests. That being said, thatch is important to healthy turf; it helps keep the green cool in the summer and warm in the winter. The addition of a light coating of sand also helps breakdown the thatch layer, aids in water infiltration and helps keep the greens smooth and firm.
Verticutting the greens
Light topdressing with sand
