Aeration: A Breath of Fresh Air for Turf

April 27, 2016

Like all living plants, the roots of turf plants need air to grow and stay healthy. Unfortunately, many activities on the golf course - especially foot and vehicular traffic - act to compact the soil, which interferes with air and water movement, as well as root growth. If compaction is not dealt with, turf health and appearance will decline, and eventually the turf will die. Regular aeration is the most effective and least disruptive method for "loosening up" the soil…