October
2009
Lawn Aerators Offer Health and Vitality, as Well as Numerous Options0
If your lawn is brown and drab, it can be easy to chalk it up to a lack of water or proper fertilization. You might even be convinced that insect pests have infested your yard. However, while all of these scenarios are possible, they’re far less likely than you might think. What your lawn might truly need is aeration. Lawn aeration is nothing more than the process of punching holes (or removing cores) in the soil, in order to allow more water, air and fertilizer into it.
If you need a bit of help in the lawn care area, then you’ll certainly want to consider the types of lawn aerators out there. The most common type is the gas-powered lawn aerator. You will find these for sale and rent, though they might be under the moniker “corer” or “plug” aerator. These have hollow tubes, called tines, that penetrate the soil and remove a piece of turf. This allows water, air and fertilizer to reach the roots of your lawn. However, due to the size and cost of these aerators, they’re best suited to large expanses of yard in need of improvement.
Pull-behind aerators are also options on the market. Similar in function to the machines listed above, these are designed to be pulled by a riding lawnmower. You will find that these sometimes need a bit of extra weight to penetrate the soil, which can be added with bricks or cinder blocks. Like gas-powered aerators, these devices are the best solution for large yards that require more aeration.
Push aerators are another option that can be used in medium or small areas in need of a bit of help. These are similar to push mowers, though they have a drum fitted with tines, rather than blades. As you push the aerator, the drum rotates and the tines penetrate the soil, aerating your lawn. In many instances, you will need to add extra weight to these devices to ensure the tines penetrate the soil properly.
One interesting device that might work for your aeration needs is a set of lawn aerator shoes, or sandals. These devices affix to your shoes with adjustable straps and the bottom of the shoe features aeration spikes. Simply walk around your yard and let your feet do all the hard work!
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