Bermudagrass Encroachment

Twice during the spring and twice during the fall we apply a herbicide that suppresses the bermudagrass that is encroaching into the bentgrass. Bentgrass is a cool season grass and likes cooler temperatures. Bermudagrass is a warm season grass and likes warmer temperatures. When the bermuda is actively growing it encroaches into the bentgrass because the bentgrass is most vulnerable during summer months. Over time bermuda will win the battle versus bentgrass and slowly encroach into the edges of the greens. We do what we can to slow down the process by applying a herbicide and also by monitoring them closer than we would during the cooler months. Below is a picture of one of our worst collars.