Lawn aeration and over seeding brings many positive benefits to your lawn. Aeration is the process of removing small plugs (or cores) of grass and soil from the ground, creating new air spaces in the lawn and allowing nutrients to absorb closer to the root, thereby strengthening the root system. Lawn aeration also helps to decrease the buildup of thatch.
Thatch is the buildup of dead roots and rhizomes that have not been broken down between the surface of the soil and the layer of grass. If this build up of thatch becomes too thick, it soaks up any moisture like a sponge and does not allow the roots to properly affix themselves into the soil. The root system is not able to get the necessary nutrients it needs to withstand changes in temperature and long-term good health.
In addition, excessive thatch provides a breeding ground for pests like insects and grubs, which will harm the lawn even further. Aerating your lawn in the fall allows oxygen and fertilizers to penetrate into the root system, making it stronger and more resistant to the unpredictable weather of the Northeast.
Lawn aeration allows vital nutrients and water to get into the soil which can help grow and build a better lawn over time.
Over seeding after core aerating is a very effective way to strengthen a lawn. The holes plugged from core aerating create an excellent opportunity to seed. Seeding over a freshly cored lawn allows the seed to contact the soil and germinate very well.
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