Research has proven that water repellency and LDS is caused by the build-up of organic acids in the top layer just below the thatch/soil interface. These organic acids are the result of dead plant material that builds up over a short period of time. OARS Liquid affects 100 percent of the surface area per application and research has demonstrated that it removes as much as 27,5 percent of those water repellent organic acids after two applications. Because turf is aggressive and continually growing, the build-up of organic acids is also continual. OARS Liquid’s unique combination of a hydrating surfactant and organic acid solubilizer is the only chemistry that addresses water repellency at the cause. This unique combination also provides a dryer and firmer playing surface. OARS Liquid is the corrective approach to managing water repellency. Unlike other surfactants and soil amendments that only alleviate the symptoms of soil water repellency, OARS Liquid solubilizes the built-up hydrophobic organic substances allowing them to be flushed from the soil particle surface and provides 30 days of hydration. Recent research has indicated a curative effect on Type II fairy rings after two applications with OARS Liquid.
