Healthy lawns improve air quality, provide soil erosion control, protect groundwater, and improve a home’s curbside appearance. Many people take their lawns for granted until they turn brown, begin to show bald spots, or need landscaping services, but as a living organism, grass needs routine care, too. Aeration is essential maintenance for your lawn, and here are a few reasons why.

Guide to Lawn Aeration

How It’s Done

Aeration encompasses any treatment that perforates soil. It can be as simple as spiking holes throughout a lawn or as comprehensive as unplugging the ground using a lawn aerator, a machine specially designed for the task. It can improve drainage, eliminate large patches of moss, and produce a more vibrant lawn.

Why It’s Important

Grass requires oxygen and needs to breathe to survive. Over time, soil can become compacted, preventing grass and other plant life from obtaining the air and nutrients found within soil. Lawn thatch also builds up, acting as a barrier from the air. A treatment of lawn thatch removal through vigorous raking and aeration may become necessary if the thatch is too thick.

When It Should Be Done

The best times to perform aeration are fall and spring, depending on the type of grass on your property. Cool-season grasses should be perforated in the fall, but warm-season grasses can be done in spring or early summer. Your landscaping company can determine which type of grass you have if you aren’t sure, and they can make further recommendations for maintaining the variety of grass in your lawn.

If you need expert help with lawn aeration, trust the landscaping professionals at Rossi Landscaping. For more than 30 years, their team has specialized in landscape design and installation for residential and commercial customers in Summit County and Northeast Ohio. They also provide other lawn maintenance such as fertilization services, mulch application, and spring and fall cleanup. Call (330) 467-2448 to schedule an appointment, or learn more about their services online.