HEADLINE: Tips on how to create a back yard golf green

Interested in a putting green in your yard? Here are some things to consider:
Determine what you want to use it for -- putting, chipping, hitting into a target net, etc. That will affect the size, shape and hole placement.
Make the green big enough for challenging holes of varying lengths.
Hit a few balls before cups are installed so you can get a feel for distances between holes.
Think of the big picture when it comes to landscaping. If you want privacy, you may need to plant trees and bushes near the green.
Consider the look you want -- contemporary, dressed-up or natural.
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