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Find the perfect time to aerate your lawn based on your location, grass type, and local climate conditions. Get personalized recommendations for optimal aeration timing.
The best time depends on your grass type and climate. Cool-season grasses (like Kentucky Bluegrass) prefer fall aeration, while warm-season grasses (like Bermudagrass) should only be aerated in spring. Our calculator considers your specific location and grass type to provide the optimal timing.
Most lawns benefit from annual aeration. Heavily used lawns or those with clay soil may need aeration twice per year. New lawns should wait at least one year before their first aeration.
Signs include: water pooling on the surface, grass that looks stressed despite proper care, soil that feels hard and compacted, or if your lawn hasn't been aerated in over a year. A simple test is to stick a screwdriver into the soil - if it's difficult, aeration may help.
Water your lawn 1-2 days before aeration to ensure the soil is moist but not saturated. After aeration, water deeply to help the soil settle and promote recovery. Avoid heavy watering that could wash away soil from the aeration holes.
Yes! Aeration creates the perfect opportunity for fertilizer application. The holes allow nutrients to reach the root zone more effectively. Apply fertilizer within 2-3 weeks after aeration.