BACKYARD PUTTING GREEN GUIDE: 3 METHODS TO REALIZE YOUR GOLFING DREAM

Whether it’s always been a vision for your dream home or you have trouble finding the time to squeeze putting practice into your busy schedule, a backyard putting green can help your landscape and game shine.

There are several ways to add a putting surface to your property. In this guide, we’ll show some of the options available and what to expect when choosing your green (no mowing required).

We will cover:

DIY putting greens
Standalone options available for purchase
Professionally installed greens

DIY BACKYARD PUTTING GREENS

The DIY method is doable if you are handy and like having control over the result, both in design and budget. DIY doesn’t have to be spendy, but this option will be the most labor-intensive. If you’re up to the challenge: rent some equipment, call a few buddies with the promise of their favorite beverage, and get ready for a couple of days of landscaping.

The process looks a little like this:

Pick an area of your yard and dig out your green (about 6-8” deep, especially important in cold weather areas) plus additional width for fringe and rough.
Fill with heavy road gravel as a base for water drainage and top with fine gravel or road dust.
Level the surface with a plate compactor as you go.
Cover the area with landscape fabric to prevent weeds from popping up.
Using a post hole digger, make holes and place the cups.
Lay out the turf and secure the edges and seams with pegs or staples.
Add fringe or rough for short game practice and to mesh with remaining yard.
Cut out the holes from the turf with a utility knife.
Add infill to change green speed and help protect and support turf from wear and exposure.

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