Fescue Lawn Aeration for Fall

The combination of heat and humidity in Georgia can take its toll on even the greenest of lawns. One way to combat this is by aerating your lawn. In this blog post, we will discuss what aeration is, how it will benefit your southern lawn, and some tips on how to properly aerate your yard!

What is Fall aeration?

Lawn Aeration and over seeding is the process of removing small plugs of soil from your lawn. This helps to improve drainage, nutrient absorption, and air circulation. It can also help to reduce thatch build-up.

When should you aerate your lawn in the Fall?

The best time to aerate your lawn is in the late summer or early fall when the grass is actively growing. You should avoid aerating your lawn in the spring or summer when it is hot and dry.

What are signs your lawn needs aeration?

If you notice that your lawn is spongy or has a lot of thatch build-up, it likely needs aeration. You can also test for soil compaction by driving over your lawn in a car or golf cart. If the wheels sink into the ground, your lawn is compacted and could benefit from aeration.

What are different aeration tools?

There are two main aeration tools, those are plug aerators and spike aerators.  Plug aerators remove small plugs of soil from the ground while spike aerators just pierce the ground with spikes.

Plug aerators are ideal for southern lawns because they don’t disturb the grass as much as spike aerators and they help to break up thatch build-up.

Can you aerate your lawn by yourself?

Yes, you can aerate your lawn by yourself. You will need to rent or purchase the appropriate tools from your local Home Depot or local lawn care equipment supplier. But, instead of spending money on renting or buying an aerator that you will only use once or twice a year, Unlimited can help! Reach our to our professionals for your free instant quote.