Core Aeration of Lawns—Benefits and Procedures
BUL0964
January 31, 2020
Two issues that commonly reduce the health and attractive appearance of a lawn are soil compaction and the development of a thick thatch layer. Core aeration offers a solution. In this Idaho Green Thumb How-To, you'll learn how to core aerate a lawn, when to do so, and how you can incorporate organic matter to further improve soil health.
Authors: Thomas Salaiz, Stephen L. Love
815 words
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