But over time, lawns can still lose their charm when foot traffic, heavy rains, and even the weight of a lawnmower compress ...

The technique can revive the pores of soil, so it regains its ability to hold water and transport it to the plants.

Have you ever wondered what those white pellets were in your potting soil? Well, it's more important than you may know.

Aerating your lawn can be worth it, particularly if it has problems with poor drainage, soil compaction or thatch buildup. Aerating is a cost-effective way to improve the health and appearance of ...

Aeration helps reduce soil density and creates new channels for water, oxygen and nutrients to infiltrate the soil, DeBoer said. That ultimately translates to a healthier yard.

As summer fully sets in it is a good time to assess how our gardens are growing. Consider what is growing well, and what is ...

That’s where aeration comes in. A lawn aerator pulls small plugs of soil from the ground, leaving behind holes that allow oxygen, water, and nutrients to reach the roots more effectively.

How to aerate your lawn. Over time, the soil becomes compacted. This can happen for several reasons, including foot traffic and heavy equipment placed in the yard.

To better understand why soil aeration is important for houseplants, we spoke with Linda Langelo, a horticultural specialist at Colorado State University and lead instructor for the Native Plant ...

Got weeds in your lawn? Me too. And although it's tempting to reach for a spray bottle, that shouldn't be our first ...

Each shoe has 13 spikes that are 2.2 inches long. They can aerate any soil type. SHOP NOW. Yard Butler Spike Aerator. This is another manual model that’s relatively budget-friendly.