Heat and drought recovery
Updated August 15, 2026
If you are currently saddled with turf that is damaged due to heat, drought, or some combination of the two, here are some tips to get it back to green as soon as possible:
Raise mowing heights: We know you are tired of hearing this recommendation, but it is one of the most important steps to take to speed recovery—raise mowing heights to the highest tolerable by your golfers. Even an increase of 0.01 inch (1/100 inch) can make a…