​Core Aeration - Breathe new life into your lawn’s roots!
Why does my lawn need core aeration?
  • Compacted West Metro clay soils impede the movement of air, water and nutrients to the grass roots.
  • Roots require oxygen to grow and to absorb nutrients and water.
  • When compacted, soil contributes to the accumulation of thatch because restricted oxygen levels impair the activity of earthworms and other thatch-decomposing organisms.
  • Thatch accumulates faster on compacted soils and heavy clay soils than on well aerified soils.
  • When thatch depth exceeds 1/2” it becomes a problem, reducing water movement and encouraging shallow, weak root systems. Thick thatch also can become a home for insects and disease.
How Core Aeration Strengthens your Lawn
​ How does core aeration work?
  • Core aeration involves the removal of small soil plugs or cores from the lawn. Known as a core aerator, the machine extracts 1/2 to 3/4 inch diameter cores of soil and deposits them on your lawn. Aeration holes are typically 1-3 inches deep and 2-6 inches apart.
  • Core aeration is a recommended yearly lawn care practice to control thatch buildup, especially on compacted, heavily used turf.
How will my lawn benefit from core aeration?
  • Compacted soil will be loosened, increasing the availability of water and nutrients.
  • Your turf will produce new shoots and roots that “fill up” the holes from core aeration, increasing its density.
  • Your lawn’s drought tolerance and overall health will be improved.
  • Oxygen levels in the soil will be enhanced, stimulating root growth and enhancing the activity of thatch-decomposing organisms.
When is the best time to core aerate?
  • The best time to aerate your  lawn is in the spring & fall, in conjunction with spring & fall reseeding.
Grass Over-Seeding
What is Overseeding?
  • Simply, overseeding is the planting of grass seed without tearing up your turf in the process. It is an easy way to improve the color, density and health of your lawn. We highly recommend that you pair 'Overseeding' with 'Core Aeration'. Post aeration is the optimal time to encourage new growth in your lawn.
Why does my lawn need overseeding?​
  • Overseeding allows new improved types of turfgrass to be introduced to a lawn to resist diseases and damaging lawn insect attacks. 
  • New plant growth and subsequent thickening of the lawn will provide you with an aesthetically pleasing property.
How will my lawn benefit from overseeding?
  • Continual overseeding is a mandatory practice for those looking to enhance their lawns density and fill in gaps that are prone to weed growth! 
  • Pairing overseed with aeration provides an excellent seedbed in which your new seed can germinate.
  • Your lawn’s drought tolerance and overall health will be improved.
When is the best time to overseed?
  • The best time to overseed your lawn is in the spring & fall, in conjunction with spring &fall aeration.
At West Metro Lawn & Snow, we professionally care for your lawn using the most advanced equipment and best-qualified personnel. It’s never too soon (or too late) to start improving the health and appearance of your lawn.
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