- Aeration

Aeration is the act of opening up the soil to the air by spiking, scoring or shattering the surface. Benefits: • Allows oxygen, nutrients and water to filter down to   the root zone naturally. • Loosens the soil and releaves compaction . • Aids BIO-Thatch control or the direct application of   nutrients and pesticides. • Prevents plant roots staying close to the surface   and making it unstable.

When:
Best performed in Spring or Autumn.

Duration:
To cover an average sized oval takes approximately 1 full day.

Considerations:
• Type of soil.
• Best performed when the surface is not too wet.
• Some methods mean the surface cannot be used for a day or two.

Equipment:
• Spike Aerator (best for hard soil types)
• Hollow Tyne Coring Unit (best for fine or sensitive soil types)
• Vibra Mole (best for sandy soils)