What is aeration? The process of aeration pokes holes in compacted soil to improve its ability to breathe and make it easier for grass roots to absorb the nutrients needed to thrive.
How do you aerate your lawn? There are a handful of ways — you can rent an aerator for core aeration, you can hire a lawn care service to either core aerate your lawn or apply liquid aeration, or you could use aerator shoes to poke holes in your lawn.
We don’t recommend using aerator shoes. Better to rent an aerator or hire a pro for this spring lawn care task. (See How to Aerate Your Lawn).
Our video will show you why, how, and when to aerate your lawn. The end result? Grass that is more lush and healthy.
Benefits of aeration include:
- Relieves compaction
- Improves your lawn’s health and strength
- Encourages stronger grass roots
- Boosts seed germination
- Helps break down thatch (See: What is Thatch? and When to Dethatch Your Lawn)
When should you aerate your lawn? Most lawns will benefit from being aerated every 1 to 5 years, but what about your lawn? Well, that depends on a few key factors, including your soil type, your grass type, and the level of soil compaction.
But generally…
- Cool-season grasses thrive best when aerated in early spring or fall. While early spring works, fall is the true superstar season for aeration. As temperatures start to chill out and moisture levels rise, your turf will bounce back faster than a rubber ball on a trampoline.
- Warm-season grasses prefer aeration in late spring through early summer. This is when your grass is actively growing and ready to recover from aeration.
See Related:
— 16 Benefits of Aeration
— What is Core Aeration?
— Core Aeration vs. Spike Aeration: What is the Difference?
— Does Liquid Aeration Work?
— How Much Does Aeration Cost?
— What to Do after You Aerate Your Lawn
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