Science · Turfgrasses
Pure Distinction Bentgrass
Fine-textured, dense putting-green cultivar with relatively upright growth; performance depends on local trials and management.
Agrostis stolonifera 'Pure Distinction' · Cool-season creeping bentgrass cultivar
Profile
- Identity
- Named creeping bentgrass cultivar
- Canopy
- High density requires deliberate mat management
- Color
- Often described as lighter green than some older cultivars
- Establishment
- Seeded cultivar, verify seed purity
Water & soil targets
- Moisture (VWC)
- Site-calibrated; measure field capacity and dry-down
- Salinity tolerance
- Limited; confirm local cultivar evidence
- Drought tolerance
- Limited under greens-height mowing
Optimal root measurement depth
1–3 in
Putting-green and fine-turf roots are short, especially in summer; read shallow. Typical guidance; confirm with a soil probe on site.
Calibrate sensors in the actual root zone; account for mowing, rooting depth, seasonal growth and drainage before adjusting irrigation.
Problems to watch
- Dollar spot
- Summer root decline
- Organic-matter buildup
Stress signs
- Small bleached spots
- Wilt in hot weather
- Soft puffy surface
Where you'll find it
- Golf putting greens
- Putting-green renovation
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