September 08, 2022

Champions aren’t made overnight. It needs a lot of persistent training to swing perfectly. But certain parts of the game are directly related to the quality of the grass you are playing on. Have you ever tried to golf on turf that’s not perfectly trimmed? It can make any game more difficult and mess up your game. This is one of the main grounds why artificial grass is the first pick of many golfers. Read on to learn more.

 

WHY DO GOLFERS CHOOSE ARTIFICIAL GRASS?

CONSISTENT & RELIABLE

Synthetic turf will always be the right length, providing you the consistency you need for good practice. The texture is made to feel and look like traditional grass, without the problems of real grass has. Under the top layer, you will see backing systems that provide better bounce, aim, and roll, so you can count on a predictable play of the ball no matter when you practice.

 

LOOKS BEAUTIFUL

A professionally installed synthetic green will forever look gorgeous, no matter what weather or wear and tear it may be exposed to. Southwest Greens turf is produced to rigorous quality to provide you the best. It won’t fade from UV exposure or high foot traffic. Unattractive dead spots won’t ever be a problem, forever!

 

LOW MAINTENANCE

Artificial turf is the winner for lower maintenance requirements. Golf greens need to be kept short, and with organic grass, this implies more trimming and mowing. Furthermore, keeping weeds away will be a difficult task with organic grass. Because synthetic grass is not an organic material, it will keep pests away without the regular use of chemicals.

 

BETTER DRAINAGE

Quality artificial turf has improved drainage compared to regular grass. This is because of the layers below the grass that allows water to flow down through exit points of the surface quickly and efficiently. Water will not puddle up on the turf as easily, and mud will never be a problem again. The putting green will be ready for play, regardless of the weather may have been

 

LESS WATER CONSUMPTION

Water usage is a large drain on our natural resources. Artificial turf is a great way to decrease the volume of water you apply on your landscaping. Check out this article to learn more regarding how synthetic turf is an excellent water-wise problem solver.

 

WHAT THE PROS SAY

PGA Champions such as Jack Nicklaus, Rickie Fowler, and Anika Sorenstam all use and endorse the synthetic putting greens by Southwest Greens. These professionals all recognize that our artificial golf greens are the best out there. Read more on why in this article.

 

GET A QUOTE

In short, yes! Artificial turf is totally superior to regular grass on a golf course! Make sure to look at The Ultimate Guide Golfer’s Guide to Artificial Grass, too. When you’re ready for a quote, our team at Southwest Greens of the Valley is here to help. Schedule a free consultation by contacting us here.


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