 Much of the Brisbane Airport site is very sandy with poor water retention in the soil. Management at BAC were actively looking for ways to reduce irrigation water consumption, whilst at the same time retaining and presenting an attractive landscape appropriate for such a highly visibile site.
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 In the process of reconstructing and returfing their main field, Vikings Rugby Club were seeking to improve water and nutrient efficiency and carefully examined the characteristics of Sanoplant. They wanted to retain good drainage and of course required a top class surface as well!
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 New chipping green to trial turf .
The Colonial management were considering returfing the greens with a different grass variety, so decided to trial the grass on a new chipping green. This provided the opportunity to trial Sanoplant, which was incorporated into the sand.
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 When planning the reconstruction of one of the sports ovals, water efficiency as well as a good playing surface, were key objectives. After careful research, it was decided to incorporate Sanoplant in the sand base construction to help achieve these aims.
This picure was taken shortly after turf establishment. |
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 Knox Gardens Oval after 12 months |
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 Plants thriving in the sand treated with Sanoplant. (Please see earlier commentary regarding the Brisbane Airport site) |
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 The renovated green showing almost 100% cover only 8 weeks after seeding.
Sanoplant was incorporated into the new sand profile before seeding with Dominant Xtreme bent grass. Germination rate exceeded expectations despite the time of the year.... |
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 3 Greens were reconstructed in November 2008 using Sanoplant in the sand profile to increase moisture retention and allow for less irrigation.
The playing surfaces have matured well and receive praise from local and visiting players alike. |
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