Core aeration is the process of removing soil cores from your lawn using a machine. Making holes in the surface of your lawn allows deeper root growth and reduces soil compaction. Overseeding follows in order to sink grass seeds deep into the lawn, giving them a better chance to take root.
5 Benefits of St. Louis Lawn Aeration
A lawn aerator allows air, water, and nutrients direct access to the root system. Not only does lawn aerating give you a better-looking lawn, but it also thickens the turf, which promotes deeper root growth by allowing the roots to expand and grow deeper into the soil. Aerating your lawn can be done in the Spring or Fall for maximum benefit.