Should You Aerate in July? Yes You Can! Z-Aerate 24”
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Aeration can be performed in mid-July, even in hot climates, if the lawn is well-maintained and properly hydrated.
Advise clients to water their lawns thoroughly for several days before aeration to soften the soil, ensuring better core removal and efficiency.
When using zero-turn aerators, prioritize wide, gradual turns over sharp zero-turns to prevent tearing up the lawn.
Leave aeration cores on the lawn; they act as a natural fertilizer, returning nutrients and organic matter to the soil.
Consider offering to mark sprinkler heads or other obstacles using spare flags from previous jobs to save clients money and prevent damage during aeration.
For challenging terrains like slopes or soft spots, adjust equipment and technique (e.g., walk-behind mowers or cautious aerator operation) to ensure safety and prevent damage.
Inform clients that aeration cores will break down naturally after a couple of mows, alleviating concerns about cleanup.
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