Aeration

What is Aeration?Aeration is the process of mechanically removing small plugs of thatch and soil from the lawn to improve air circulation in the soil. Aeration, also known as hole punching, coring and aerification, is performed in this way: Hollow metal tubes 1/4 to 1/3 inch

in diameter are pushed into the soil by foot or machine to an average depth of 2 to 3 inches.

What are the Benefits of Aeration?Core aeration helps the lawn’s health and vigour and reduces maintenance requirements. Other benefits of core aeration include

improved air exchange between the soil and atmosphere, enhanced soil water uptake, improved fertilizer uptake and use, improved turfgrass rooting, reduced soil compaction and enhanced thatch breakdown.

Why is Aeration Necessary?

Aeration helps heavily-used lawns and lawns growing on compacted soils by improving the depth and extent of turfgrass rooting, allowing better water uptake, enhancing fertilizer use and speeding up thatch breakdown.

When Should Lawns be Aerated?

Annual aeration is beneficial for most lawns. Lawns growing on heavy clay soils and lawns exposed to intense use can benefit from more than one aeration. Turfgrasses respond favorably to aeration when properly timed. When aerating, the soil should

be moist during the aeration process. Both spring and fall are ideal times to aerate.

When Can You Expect Results?Don’t expect miracles from a single aeration, particularly on lawns growing on extremely poor soils. Most lawns benefit from annual aeration. Lawns that receive this care will be healthier, more vigorous and easier to maintain; and will have fewer pest

problems than lawns that are neglected.

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