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be connected to a storm water main.
• The sub-surface drains are then covered with a 100 mm thick layer of crusher run to assist
in the sub-surface drainage (Optional dependant on the drainage characteristics of the insitu
soil).
• The crusher run layer is levelled, lightly compacted and covered with a 25 mm thick layer
of course river sand.
• Import, spread and level 100 mm thick layer of weed free top soil and compact lightly.
• Fertilise soil as per chemical soil analysis and grass with either Kikuyu grass or alternatively
with “Golfi ng Green” grass.
• Once the grass is established, top dress.
• Cover grass with thin layer of sieved of top soil to a depth of not more than 15 mm over the
grass and smooth.
• Water daily or as may be required.
Softball
• Regular soil tests should be taken to ensure that the correct fertilisation program is carried
out.
• Grass matting should be avoided and always controlled by vertical cutting. Length of grass
should never be longer than 15 mm when played on.