Aeration

In order to properly absorb nutrients, the soil underneath your lawn must have enough porosity for water and nutrients to freely flow.  Over time, soil is compacted by lawn-mowing equipment (which is one of the reasons we exclusively use Exmark walk-behind mowers), children playing, etc.  This process reduces porosity and decreases the ability for the lawn to absorb what it needs.  In addition, thatch – a loose organic layer of plant matter that develops between the green leaves and the soil surface – accumulates and acts as a barrier between the air and soil.  

Aeration involves perforating the soil with small holes to allow water, air, and nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium to reach the grass roots.  Victory Lawnscape’s expert lawn aeration service restores the air exchange between the soil and atmosphere and assists in water and fertilizer uptake by the grass roots.  This service can be done in the spring and/or fall.  Click below to get an estimate on aeration today.