Lawn Aerators
December 18th, 2006 . by kentUses:
- Reducing soil compaction in your lawn
- Improving soil quality
Lawn aeration involves punching holes into your lawn or removing small soil plugs throughout your lawn. Lawn aeration ensures that your soil will have plenty of air pockets so that the roots of your grass can grow strong and healthy. Lawn aeration help reduce problems related to soil compaction, which happens as a results of the traffic and activity on your lawn. Aerating your soil will also allow beneficial soil organisms to thrive.
Lawn aerators are available as core aerators or spike aerators. Core aerators actually remove soil plugs in your lawn, opening up the soil and allowing air and water to better reach your grass’ roots. These are big pieces of equipment that you’ll need to rent from your local garden supply store.
An inexpensive alternative that will work for the average homeowner is a spike aerator. Spike lawn aerators are available in different styles, including manual push aerators. There are even lawn aerating shoes that allow you to aerate your lawn while you mow your grass.
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