Optimising Drainage on Golf Fairways and Turf Surfaces

Effective turf management relies heavily on good drainage, particularly on golf fairways and across both natural and artificial turf areas. Without the ability to move water efficiently through the surface and rootzone, turf health quickly declines, leading to compaction, poor grass recovery and reduced playability.

Drainage should be considered a year-round priority, not just a winter concern. By improving water movement through the soil profile, turf managers can create firmer, healthier surfaces that perform consistently in all conditions.

Why drainage matters in turf management

Poor drainage impacts turf in several ways:

• Standing water reduces oxygen levels in the soil, weakening roots
• Compacted surfaces restrict water infiltration and nutrient uptake
• Wet fairways are more prone to disease, wear and surface damage
• Artificial turf benefits from improved permeability and surface stability

GreenTek solutions for improving drainage

GreenTek machinery is designed to enhance soil structure, promote airflow and improve drainage without excessive surface disruption.

• GreenTek Double-Quick: allows turf managers to aerate, decompact and stimulate root growth in a single pass, improving drainage while minimising downtime on golf fairways.
• GreenTek Multi-Sarel: is ideal for maintaining large turf areas, preventing surface sealing and helping water move through the profile more efficiently, particularly after heavy rainfall.
• GreenTek Aero-Quick: offers a flexible aeration option that relieves compaction and supports better infiltration, making it suitable for both natural and artificial turf maintenance programmes.

Best practice drainage tips

• Aerate regularly to maintain an open soil structure
• Address compaction early before water retention becomes an issue
• Combine surface spiking with deeper aeration for long-term drainage improvement

If drainage is limiting the performance of your fairways or turf surfaces, GreenTek equipment can support a more resilient and playable course. Explore the range and speak to the team to find the right solution for your turf management needs.