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How To Dethatch, Aerate Lawns This Spring

2/25/2015

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If you’ve had issues with thatch or compacted soil on site, here are some basic tips and advice on dethaching and aeration from The Grounds Guys and Clemson University Extension.

Definitions:
  • Thatch – thick, interwoven mat of living and dead materials that accumulate on the soil’s surface where grass grows faster than it decomposes.
  • Compacted soil – First four inches or so that’s slowly pressed together from foot traffic.

How to dethatch:
  • Late spring or early fall are peak times to dethatch. Mow to a low height.
  • Select a mechanical dethatcher or thatching rake with thick blades.
  • If thatch doesn’t have fertilizer or pesticide, compost it, then water lawn.
  • Make sure to avoid sprinklers or buried cables.

How to aerate:
  • Late spring or early summer is the best time to aerate. Moist soil is best, so wait for a good rain or watering before aerating. You’ll know it’s too wet if it sticks to your shoes but is just right if you can penetrate the ground with a screwdriver without much resistance.
  • Ideal warm-season grasses are Bermuda, Buffalo and St. Augustine.
  • Ideal cool-season grasses are ryegrass, Kentucky bluegrass and creeping bent. Aerate those in the fall.
  • Be sure to use a specific pattern for even aeration.

Share with your neighbors why it’s important to dethatch and aerate:
  • Thatch restricts oxygen levels in soil and slows the job of earthworms and other thatch-decomposing
  • organisms.
  • Compacted soil increases maintenance and pest issues
  • Aerated and dethatched soil stimulates root growth by increasing oxygen, water and nutrient levels. Grass density will increase and water runoff’s reduced.
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Orlando Floratam St. Augustine Grass Rip Out & Install

2/18/2015

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Orlando EMPIRE Zoysia Rip Out & Install

2/18/2015

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Farm fresh EMPIRE Zoysia was installed after the homeowner had a pool put in by Artesian Pools!

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5 Things To Keep In Mind When Maintaining New Turfgrass

2/5/2015

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Listed below are 5 things to keep in mind when maintaining your new turfgrass.
  • Sandy soils usually require more water to keep the turf healthy becuase sand drains faster than clay or heavier soils.
  • As a general rule, the further South you are, the longer your growing season, which means that your lawn may require increased fertilization.
  • Grass in partial shade will remain wet longer than grass in full sun and watering should be adjusted accordingly. 
  • Overwatering can be just as harmful as underwatering because grass that stays moist all of the time is at high risk of fungus and disease.
  • If you see your grass turning brown during the growing season you most likely have a fungus, disease, or insect issue. See our guidelines for instructions on how to identify and treat.
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