HomeMy WebLinkAboutCORRESPONDENCE - GENERAL CORRESPONDENCE - GRASSESconsists of two vertical turbine pumps with a capacity of
650 GPM (gallons per minute). It is a flow -demand,
electrically controlled station.
GRASSES - FLOWERS - TREES - SHRUBS
C.P.N. was originally built in 1940 using Kentucky
Bluegrass in the fairways and roughs. Greens were seeded
with Creeping Bentgrass. Over time Poa Annua (annual
bluegrass), has become established and now makes up more
than 50% of the greens and 30% of the fairways and roughs.
C.P.N. is known for its many mature trees which
provide many challenges for the golfer. there are over 500
trees on the 50 acre grounds. American Elm, Green Ash,
Honey Locust, Scotch Pine and Colorado Blue Spruce are the
dominant :species. A program began in 1994 to introduce new
and diverse tree species into the golf course to determine
adaptability and provide diversity. These young trees are
labeled and a complete listing and location guide is
available.
Shrubs and Ornamentals are located throughout the
course in appropriate locations. There are many varieties
including Flowering Crab, Lilac, Chockcherry and
Cotoneaster.
Annual. flower beds are planted and maintained yearly
at the course. 3000 - 3500 annuals of many types are
planted in a variety of designs and layouts that change
yearly.
All trees, shrubs, flowers, and turf areas are
maintained by the golf course staff. The City of Ft.
Collins Forestry Division assists the course staff with
any major pruning or limb removal with High Ranger bucket
trucks.
CHEMICAL USAGE
C.P.N. uses Integrated Pest Management (I.P.M.), as a
model for creating a chemical usage program. Pesticides
are generally applied on a curative basis rather than a
preventive basis. The course is monitored weekly for pest
activity. Qualitative assessments of turf areas are made
and chemical treatments are not applied until pest
pressure crosses a predetermined threshold level of
damage. Pests can be insects, disease or weeds. Given the