The Importance of a core aeration:

• Improves Soil Aeration:  Core aeration creates holes in the soil, allowing air to reach the roots which promotes better oxygen flow, essential for root health and growth, especially in dense, clayey soils common in Wisconsin.
• Enhances Water Infiltration: By reducing soil compaction, core aeration helps water penetrate deeper into the ground, improving hydration and reducing runoff, which is crucial during Wisconsin’s varying precipitation seasons.
• Boosts Nutrient Absorption: Aeration allows fertilizers and other nutrients to reach the root zone more effectively, enhancing the overall health and resilience of the grass, particularly important for lawns preparing for or recovering from cold winters.
• Reduces Thatch Buildup: Core aeration helps to break down and reduce thatch, the layer of dead grass and organic matter on the soil surface, which can impede water and nutrient absorption, ensuring a healthier lawn.
• Encourages Root Growth: By alleviating soil compaction and providing a better environment for roots to spread, core aeration promotes deeper, stronger root systems, which help the lawn better withstand cold temperatures and harsh winter conditions.