If you want to help your lawn reach its full potential, then you should have it aerated this spring in Washington! Aeration is the process of mechanically pulling up plugs of soil to loosen compaction and make it easier for nutrients and resources to reach the roots of your grass. It is highly beneficial for your lawn because it can help it grow stronger and develop deeper roots. Spring is the perfect time to schedule aeration because it will be strong enough to endure the process and take full advantage of the benefits before the summer heat sets in. To ensure your lawn always has access to everything it needs to thrive, you should aerate it every year!


What is aeration, and how does it benefit your lawn?

Lush, thick lawn in Bremerton, WA, after aeration.

Aeration involves passing over your lawn with an aerator machine to mechanically pull up plugs of soil. This process effectively loosens soil compaction, which can otherwise inhibit the flow of resources. The holes it creates in the ground act as channels that nutrients, sunlight, water, and oxygen can use to reach the roots of your grass. This process is highly beneficial for your lawn because it improves its access to these vital elements, allowing it to grow stronger and develop deeper roots. This will result in a healthier, more resilient lawn that can better withstand stressors like drought, disease, and insect infestations.


Why is spring a good time to schedule aeration?

Spring is the perfect time to schedule aeration because your lawn will be strong enough to endure the process. Aeration is slightly invasive and can be stressful for your turf, so it's important to perform it when it is strong enough to withstand it. In the spring, your grass will be emerging from dormancy and start its active growth season. Plus, the cooler temperatures at this time provide ideal conditions for it to recover quickly from the aeration process. What's more, by scheduling aeration in the spring, your lawn will be able to absorb all of the nutrients and resources it needs to prepare for the summer. That way, it's in its best shape so that it can survive and even thrive during the hottest time of the year!

Spring aeration is best performed between March and May.

You should aerate your lawn every year for the best results.

While aerating your lawn in the spring is a great way to keep it healthy, you shouldn't stop there. To ensure it always has access to everything it needs to stay in top shape, you should aerate it every year. That's because soil compaction is an ongoing issue that needs to be addressed regularly. If you only aerate once, it will eventually become compacted again, and your grass will struggle to absorb the nutrients and resources it needs to thrive. By aerating your lawn every year, you can ensure it always has access to everything it needs to grow strong and healthy.


Call us today to schedule our core aeration service!

At Sunrise Pest & Turf Management, we will help your lawn become its healthiest and most vibrant version via our core aeration service. We offer this service in the spring, between March and May, to help your lawn prepare for the summer, and in the fall, from Labor Day until the end of October, to help it recover from the taxing heat and gear up for the winter. Core aeration is available to residential and commercial properties, as well as HOAs, in Bremerton, Bellevue, Bainbridge Island, Seattle, and nearby areas in Washington. Call us today at (888) 376-9109 to schedule this service. We look forward to helping you achieve the lush, green lawn of your dreams!