Late summer is an ideal time for lawn care in Cape Cod, and an aeration is one of the most important treatments you can provide for your lawn. Even golf courses aerate routinely to keep their turf in top condition. If you’re wondering whether aeration is needed for your lawn this season, Lawn Doctor can help. Below are some common lawn issues in Cape Cod. While an annual aeration benefits all lawns, if your yard is showing any of these problems, an aeration will significantly improve its health this year:
- Thatch: Thatch is a layer of dead plant matter that builds up beneath the surface of your lawn. When it becomes more than ½ an inch thick, it can restrict growth. Aerating reduces thatch accumulation, helping your lawn to flourish.
- Compaction: During the summer, soil often becomes compacted due to heat, drought, and foot traffic. Compacted soil can harden like concrete, blocking healthy grass growth. Lawn Doctor’s aeration services will loosen compacted soil and restore it to a healthier state.
- Bare Spots: If you notice bare spots or thinning areas in your yard, aeration can help. Paired with seeding, aerated soil promotes growth both above and below the ground, filling in those empty spaces.
- Aging Turf: Like other plants, grass ages and thins over time. An annual aeration and seeding are excellent ways to revitalize your lawn and replace older grass that has naturally thinned out.
If your Cape Cod lawn is dealing with any of these issues, aeration may be the perfect solution. Lawn Doctor provides personalized aeration and seeding services designed to meet your lawn’s specific needs. Contact us today for lawn aeration services in:
- Cape Cod
- Wareham
- Bourne
- Yarmouth
- Or a community in the surrounding area
