What is liquid aeration?
Liquid aeration is a soil treatment that uses a specially formulated solution to break up compacted soil at a microscopic level. Liquid aerators have proven to be superior to core aeration. Its effects last longer, and it doesn’t leave behind ugly cores on the lawn. However, that doesn’t mean that manual aeration methods don’t have their place. In some instances, it may be beneficial to use both methods at the same time.The main distinction lies in their application methods. Core aeration physically removes plugs of soil to alleviate compaction, while liquid aeration involves spraying a solution that aims to loosen soil without mechanical extraction.Liquid lawn aeration is the process of increasing the oxygen levels of compacted soil to make it more porous and fertile. A garden pump sprayer or a hose-end sprayer can be used to combine a liquid aeration product, which is essentially a “soil loosener,” with water and spray it liberally around your yard.In general, 2 applications of liquid aeration Air8 are sufficient for most lawns. Spring and fall. However, if your lawn is severely compacted, then 2 applications in spring and 2 applications in fall are recommended.
Can I do liquid aeration myself?
While you may be tempted to apply liquid aeration treatments to your lawn yourself, it’s not recommended. That’s because you may use the wrong product or one that isn’t as effective as another, you may not apply enough to your lawn, or you may apply it at the wrong time. Without aeration, the soil will struggle to provide the turf with ample water and oxygen suitable for proper growth. Compaction from lawn traffic, and the natural build- up of thatch, will cause your lawn to have difficulty late in the season. Core Aeration alleviates both of these issues in one process.Yes, Lawn Pride’s liquid aeration solutions are safe once dried. We recommend keeping pets and children off the lawn until the application has fully absorbed into the soil, usually within a few hours over time.With a focus on sustainability, liquid aeration uses eco-friendly products that are safe for the environment, children, and pets. This environmentally friendly combination of potassium, humic acid, kelp, and newly available nutrients from the soil will help your lawn breathe and flourish.After aeration, the soil becomes loose, which can cause it to dry out quickly. It is essential to water your lawn immediately after aeration to prevent the soil from drying out. Water your lawn deeply, and ensure that the water penetrates the soil to a depth of at least six inches.
Do liquid aerators really work?
Liquid aerators have proven to be superior to core aeration. Its effects last longer, and it doesn’t leave behind ugly cores on the lawn. However, that doesn’t mean that manual aeration methods don’t have their place. In some instances, it may be beneficial to use both methods at the same time. The main disadvantage of the aeration process is excessive aeration absorbs too much oxygen and water becomes corrosive. Other disadvantages are: It also increases the acidity of water. It needed higher capital cost.On the other hand, one drawback of core aeration is that it can be invasive for your lawn. Because professionals mechanically pull up plugs of soil during this process, it can leave behind holes in the ground where those plugs were removed. As a result, it can stress it out.As the name suggests, this is a liquid application that can be as effective, if not more, than a traditional Core Aeration. Liquid Aeration is an excellent tool because it can loosen the soil deeper than Core Aeration can.We recommend you choose a core aerator. Why? Spike aerators can loosen soil in the short term, but since they don’t actually remove soil from the ground, they usually end up compacting soil even more in the long run.Aeration accelerates degradation of the fluid and causes damage to system components through loss of lubrication, overheating and burning of seals.
When to apply liquid aeration?
The best time to liquid aerate your lawn is generally either in the spring or fall. For best results, apply the liquid aeration solution when temperatures are over 50ºF. Fall is an optimal time for overseeding because soil is still warm which will cause the new seed to germinate quickly. Once you’re done aerating, you can do a whole host of things – yes, even mowing. More commonly, however, you’ll do what we’ve talked about – overseeding! You can also fertilize or water your lawn. Most often, we recommend overseeding and fertilizing immediately after aerating.Yes, it is possible to overseed after liquid aeration. The new seed will have an easier time germinating in the newly aerated soil, leading to a thicker and healthier lawn. Additionally, ensure fertilizing your lawn regularly to ensure optimal growth and health.Hint: Core aeration almost always outperforms spike aeration. Both aeration methods create holes in your lawn, but you won’t obtain the same results in the long run. Spike aeration pushes soil into the ground, which could worsen things if the soil is moderately compacted.In summary, aeration isn’t just about improving the overall health of your lawn, it’s also a powerful ally in the fight against fungal diseases. By enhancing air circulation, reducing moisture, and promoting better fungicide absorption, a well-aerated lawn can resist and combat these lawn-damaging invaders.
How long does it take to see results from liquid aeration?
However, this process is not immediate and might take anywhere from 1 to 2 months before you begin seeing any changes. It is crucial to understand that liquid aeration is a long-term solution for soil compaction, and it takes time to make your soil more porous. After aerating your lawn, it’s best to fertilize your lawn within 48 hours to achieve maximum results!Immediately after lawn aeration is completed, you will see that your lawn has “holes” throughout and that there are small cores of soil that were left behind.You want to aerate the lawn when your grass is in its peak growing period so it can recover quickly—think early spring or fall for cool-season grasses, and late spring through early summer for warm-season grasses.Before aerating, appropriately irrigate the lawn. If the soil is wet, you won’t want to aerate it, as it can get quite muddy. However, you also want to make sure the soil isn’t too dry either.The aeration process reinvigorates the soil, so now’s the time to replenish it with nutrients and new grass. Thorough watering, fertilizing, and overseeding will complete this aeration treatment at one hundred percent. Avoid foot traffic, and wait to mow your lawn.
Which is better, core or liquid aeration?
Hire a Pro. Liquid aeration seems easy, but it’s not recommended by most lawn experts. Core aeration is the best mechanical treatment, even overtaking spike aeration. The holes created by the aerator’s hollow tines allow more oxygen, nutrients, and water to reach the grass roots. You can aerate your lawn with a traditional core aerator every 3-4 weeks, but with liquid aeration, you can do it every 2 weeks if you need to. This means that your lawn will recover from the aeration process faster and will be less stressed.In general, 2 applications of liquid aeration Air8 are sufficient for most lawns. Spring and fall. However, if your lawn is severely compacted, then 2 applications in spring and 2 applications in fall are recommended.Hire a Pro. Liquid aeration seems easy, but it’s not recommended by most lawn experts. Core aeration is the best mechanical treatment, even overtaking spike aeration. The holes created by the aerator’s hollow tines allow more oxygen, nutrients, and water to reach the grass roots.You can over-aerate. Over-aerating your lawn can stress out your lawn and leave you with uneven soil. Even though it can be damaging to over aerate your lawn, it is actually quite difficult to aerate too much. It is recommended to have your lawn aerated once or twice a year.