Why You Should Be Aerating Your Lawn

Although aerating a lawn may sound like a technical affair, it really isn’t and it can bring the most remarkable and eye-pleasing results.

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First off, let’s look at what aerating a lawn actually is. Basically, it’s the process of making holes in the turf. This will enable the lawn to be able to benefit from extra air and to also be able to absorb any lawn treatments that you may apply such as fertilisers. Your lawn will also benefit in the following manner:

Improved drainage. If you’ve been recently suffering from the flooding that the south of the country has experienced, then aerating could well be just what you need. It’s also of great benefit for lawns that have become hard packed so that the grass is no longer growing well. By aerating your lawn you’ll be giving it a great coping ability for both wet times and dry times as any water will reach deeper into the turf. It will also cost you less to water it in the summer.

Increased air and nutrient absorption. Without having access to oxygen and water, your turf will have a challenging time when it comes to the development of micro fauna such as fungi and bacteria. This is what will keep it healthy and provide extra nutrients. A healthy ecosystem of the lawn area is essential for both its growth and good looks. You’ll also be able to encourage more worms who can then take on a role in aeration.

Better established grass roots. When soil gets compacted, it can often be difficult for grass roots to take hold. Some turfs can be so compacted that they are in effect putting up an impenetrable barrier to roots. As a result, you’ll see bare patches in your lawn. By regularly aerating your lawn, you’ll enable any grass feeds to reach those roots and give them a boost.

Less cost. A well aerated lawn will need far less watering as it will retain more moisture. Water will reach deeper into the turf and therefore, the sun and wind will not wick that moisture away from the needs of your lawn.

Fewer weeds. As the roots grow stronger and more robust, there will be less space for any unwanted pests such as weeds. That’s one of the reasons that you should cut your lawn regularly too. Weeds are top growing and will take longer to recover than the lawn, this will eventually lead to the grass growing into a thick bed and less weeds!

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