Problems


Below is a list of common problems, how they are caused and which product is used to fix them. The products stated are the default products for the problem, however others may be required instead or in conjuction with them.

Compaction

compaction
Compaction is usually caused through the compression of the soil. This can be from players, vehicles or equipment. Eventually the roots do not grow in the soil but in the spaces between the particles.

PRODUCT USED:
EarthCharge 


Thatch and Mat

thatch and mat
Thatch is a layer of surface fibre, mainly situated on or immediately below and not integrated with the soil. A Mat is a layer of fibre that is partly or wholly integrated with the soil.

PRODUCT USED
:
EarthZyme / EarthLife


Black Layer

black layer 
Black Layer is a form of sulphur that has bonded to metal (metal sulphide) and occurs in all soil types. Black Layer is a clear sign that the soil is anerobic.

PRODUCT USED
:
EarthZyme / EarthLife


Toxins

toxins
On certain acid soils iron compounds within the soil can be leached into water courses i.e, brooks, streams and into the drainage systems.

PRODUCT USED
:
 EarthZyme / EarthCharge 


Dry Patch

dry patch
Dry Patch is a major problem in fine turf management. It mainly appears following dry spells, initially in isolated patches. The area becomes water repellent (hydrophobic) and rooting within this condition is generally poor.

PRODUCT USED
:
EarthZyme


Water Logging

water logging
Water Logging is caused by excess amounts of water in the soil.

PRODUCT USED
:
EarthCharge