Taking care of a healthy lawn is a full-time job, and the greenest lawns in summer usually received the most attention in early spring. Leveling a bumpy lawn breaking up compacted soil, and promoting healthy grass roots can all be done as soon as the snow is gone and the temperatures are rising. I do … Read more
Bermuda grass is a popular turf chosen for dense, lush lawns. As an especially aggressively growing grass, it builds a layer of thatch relatively quickly. When thatch buildup isn’t kept under control, it leads to soil compaction and prevents free flow of air and moisture to the roots. Annual aeration of your Bermuda grass will … Read more
A plug aerator is one of several machines (but the one that I recommend you use) that can be used for soil aeration. Aeration is an essential part of a good lawn care program and helps to encourage the growth of attractive, healthy grass. In order to understand what a plug aerator is and when … Read more
I no longer recommend lawn aerator shoes for existing lawns. After many hours of testing and research, I have found that they compact the soil more than actually aerate it. They can actually help break up soil prior to an initial seeding, however. Soil aeration is an important aspect of lawn care if you want … Read more
Aerating your lawn will keep it vibrant, green and growing strong during the summer months. There are several reasons why lawn aeration is important to good soil health. The most important reason to aerate is to loosen up the soil and help with compaction. Compaction can hinder how well the roots absorb the nutrients they … Read more