Lawn Doctor of Cary-Apex offers lawn care services Cary residents need, including core aeration. Proper airflow is essential for a healthy, beautiful yard. Insufficient airflow will cause a lawn to struggle for its very survival. Air must flow underneath the surface of the soil to reach the roots of the grass. Airflow is impeded by two conditions:
- Densely compacted soil
- The buildup of heavy layers of thatch on the surface of the soil
Experts at North Carolina State University outline the negative impact of soil compaction, stating, “The negative impacts of soil compaction include poor drainage, reduced seed germination, decreased root growth, decreased nutrient and water uptake, and overall reduced crop yield.”
Other lawn care experts define thatch as “a loose, intermingled organic layer of dead and living shoots, stems, and roots that develops between the zone of green vegetation and the soil surface. Thatch build-up begins when turf produces organic debris faster than it can be broken down. Those parts of grass plants that are the most resistant to decay -- stem nodes, crowns, fibers of vascular tissues, and roots -- make up the bulk of thatch. Although you’ll find some leaf clippings in the thatch layer, they usually don’t contribute to thatch build-up because soil microorganisms easily break them down.”
Soil compaction and thatch buildup reduce airflow, which can suffocate a lawn. When a yard becomes distressed by thatch buildup and soil compaction, the Lawn Doctor of Cary-Apex can come to the rescue with professional lawn aeration. The lawn aeration specialists provide core aeration. Core aeration is the most effective and enduring method of lawn aeration available.
How lawn aeration services benefit lawns in Cary, NC
Core aeration represents a quantum leap in lawn care services and the broader agricultural industry. A core aerator functions much like an earthworm roaming around under the surface of the soil, making tunnels that have many of the same benefits as core aeration.
- Enhances thatch breakdown, which allows the soil to breathe
Decomposition of the thatch aids in water uptake and retention in the soil.
- Improves the soil’s ability to uptake water
The holes created by the core aerator act like pipes that direct the water to the roots of the grass. Less water is required for irrigation, and the grass is greener.
- Reduces soil compaction
The holes created by the equipment create space in the soil, allowing the earth to de-compact into the new spaces.
- Increases the efficiency of fertilizer absorption
The holes and additional surface space allow more fertilizer to penetrate the soil and be absorbed by the roots of plants, especially grass.
- Elevates gas exchange between the atmosphere and soil
- Stimulates root growth
When roots are disturbed, such as with a core aerator or spike aerator, the roots multiply. This amazing feat usually does not occur naturally.
- Helps prevent the soil from becoming waterlogged
- Impedes the formation of thatch by allowing it to breakdown more readily
- Promotes healthy, robust turf growth, giving the lawn a better overall appearance
- Gives the lawn a cushioning feel.
Core aeration makes the lawn a safer and more inviting place for play and recreation.
- Increases resistance compaction from foot traffic and lawn equipment
- Hinders the formation of bare spots, improving the yard’s aesthetic appeal
Is core aeration a miracle worker? The neighbors might think so when they see the effects!
When applied in coordination with the other lawn treatment services offered by Lawn Doctor of Cary-Apex, a beautiful lush, green lawn is inevitable. There are two basic types of aeration: spike aeration and core aeration. Core aeration is the method offered by the lawn care experts at Lawn Doctor of Cary-Apex. The mechanical process is more effective and lasts longer than the less effective alternatives. Core aeration utilizes special machinery to core small holes into the lawn. The precise distances between the holes allow for optimal aeration.
All lawns need periodic core aeration to look their best. Contact the lawn care experts at Lawn Doctor of Cary-Apex for an onsite consult. After assessing the condition of the lawn, the lawn care professional will make suggestions and recommendations that will produce the yard every homeowner desires.
For more information about Lawn Doctor of Cary-Apex’s lawn care services, contact the office by phone at (919) 362-1808.
