Aeration is important for any lawn because it loosens up tightly compacted soil so water, air and nutrients can get down to the roots. This lets the grass grow lush and healthy. There are several ...

Pick the best time and make sure your soil isn’t too wet or dry: The best time to aerate your lawn is in the early morning when the grass is slightly moist. Watering your yard might be necessary if ...

Two main types of aerators are plug aerators and spike aerators. They both come in an array of models and can be an ideal choice for different circumstances. This John Deere tow-behind model is a ...

While you’re slice-aerating your yard, you can double down on your effort by applying soil amendments like lime or gypsum or ...

If your lawn feels more like a sidewalk than a soft patch of grass, it might be trying to send you a not-so-subtle message. Compacted soil blocks water, air, and nutrients from reaching the roots, ...

Maintaining a healthy lawn requires a fair amount of work. But consistently following a few guidelines — for watering, fertilizing, aerating, and mowing — can make the work easier while producing ...