What is core aeration and how does it benefit my lawn?
This service is thought of as an extra service but really should be performed yearly because it is very beneficial. Aeration is the process of removing 2″ soil cores form the ground thus allowing air, water and nutrients to penetrate the soil. It helps break down the thatch layer naturally, improve the strength of the root system, and loosen soil compaction. A strong root system is vital for a lush healthy lawn, making it more drought resistant and able to block out those recurring stubborn weeds. The fall is a good time to perform this service when weed seed germination is at its lowest point. Technically speaking, aeration is the naturally occurring process of air exchange between the soil and its surrounding atmosphere. Practically speaking, aeration is the process of mechanically removing small plugs of thatch and soil from the lawn to improve natural soil aeration. It’s commonly called “core aeration” in the lawn service industry, and you may have heard of it as soil cultivation (
