Many believe that it is best to perform core aeration in the spring. The truth is, that although both reap benefits, core aeration is most beneficial in the fall!!
Core aeration is performed with a machine that pulls 3-inch cores of soil about a nickel in diameter out of the lawn. It is one of the most effective maintenance procedures golf courses use to make sure the lawns stay healthy and lush year round.
Aerating your lawn allows a number of benefits including, better seed germination, air circulation, and water absorption. It also simulates microorganisms that will help keep thatch control and helps to de-compact your lawn. It is cost effective and a 100% environmentally friendly.
The best time to over-seed and fertilize your lawn is right after an aeration treatment. It is highly recommended to aerate your lawn at least once a year, and twice a year for high traffic areas.
fun facts:Here in north america we have what lawn care professionals call "Cool season grasses".
Here in Quebec, Canada we predominantly have Kentucky bluegrass, red fescue, and perennial ryegrass. All of these grasses thrive and grow the most in the cool seasons. Which means the best time to plant grass seeds and lay sod is in the fall. It is very common to see lawn care professionals laying sod as late in the fall of November. With that being said, it is highly recommended to aerate, dethatch (if needed) and overseen in the fall. You won't regret it when you see the results next spring!
Best time to aerate your lawn: Spring and Fall
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Many believe that better soil aeration is preferable to spring, however, although both are adequate, soil aeration est_cc781905-5cde-3194-bb3b -136bad5cf58d_ more beneficial in the fall!
The aeration of the soil is carried out with a machine which consists of making holes in the lawn by removing carrots of soil 3 inches long and 5 cents in diameter. It is one of the most effective maintenance procedures golf courses use to ensure lawns remain healthy and season lush.
Aerating your lawn provides a number of benefits, including better seed germination, air circulation and water absorption. It also stimulates microorganisms that will help keep thatch under control and help loosen your lawn. It's cost effective and 100% environmentally friendly.
The best time to sow and fertilize your lawn is right after an aeration treatment. It is strongly recommended that you aerate your lawn at least once a year, and twice a year for high traffic areas.
Fun fact: Here in North America, we have what lawn professionals call "cool season grasses."
Here in Quebec, Canada, we mostly have Kentucky Bluegrass, Red Fescue, and Perennial Rye Grain. All of these grasses grow and thrive the most in cool seasons. Which means the best time to plant grass seeds is in the fall. It is very common to see lawn and landscaping professionals peat throughout the fall season until November. That being said, it is strongly advised to aerate, dethatch (if necessary) and seed in the fall. You won't regret it when you see the results next spring!
Best time to aerate your lawn: spring and fall
