Achieving a healthy, lush lawn requires the right conditions. One of them is well-aerated soil. But when compaction is putting the squeeze on grass roots – stressing them and slowing development in the process – you’ll notice it in the form of patchy growth, puddles of water, and a lawn that can’t ward off insects, weeds, and diseases. That’s where lawn aeration comes into play for homeowners all over Long Island, NY.
Aeration is a simple process that involves perforating the soil, cutting out small plugs, and leaving them behind on your lawn. Through these openings, air, water, light, and nutrients can get into the soil and circulate into the root zone. In addition, the process decompresses the soil, letting roots breathe again and grow deeper. On the surface, heavy thatch is broken up and begins to decompose, further enabling key resources to penetrate while also diminishing a breeding hot spot for diseases and insects.
Once soil conditions are loosened up and your lawn has what it needs to thrive and grow strong, there will be:
- Greater tolerance for heat, drought, daily wear and tear, and other lifestyle and climate stressors
- A more robust root system that supports healthier, greener, thicker growth on the surface
- Reduced maintenance requirements, thanks to a lawn that can better absorb nutrients, water, and oxygen, as well as fight off issues with weeds, diseases, insects, and insects
If you’re uncertain as to whether or not your lawn is a candidate for aeration, consider a few telltale signs. For instance, when you’re seeing standing water and puddles around your lawn that aren’t draining into the soil, compaction is probably the culprit. Also, if you have heavy clay soil, then your lawn will require frequency aeration due to densely packed particles. Finally, if the ground feels rock solid and you can’t easily dig a screwdriver into it, then heavy thatch and compacted soil are likely the cause.
Lawn Doctor of Long Island: Learn More from Our Lawn Aeration Team
Lawn aeration can work wonders for a declining lawn with compacted soil. However, to get the most from it, you need to take the right approach at the proper times of year; otherwise, you could damage your turf. That’s why it’s always best to leave aeration to experts, like those at Lawn Doctor of Long Island. We have the knowledge, experience, time-tested method, and proven equipment to produce superior results in your lawn while you go relax and enjoy your downtime.
Interested in learning more? Our lawn aeration services are available on Long Island, in communities such as Massapequa, Farmingdale, Port Washington, Hicksville, and Plainview. To learn more, call our team at (516) 586-5528 and schedule a free, no-obligation consultation.
