Also, lawns with a thick thatch layer might feel spongy underfoot or be difficult to penetrate with your finger as you try to reach the soil surface. 2. Dethatching a lawn only needs to be done ...

At the same time you'll remove masses of old grass clippings and other debris that can build up on the surface of the lawn, forming a layer called thatch. This can hinder drainage and encourages ...

As the soil plugs decompose the soil naturally settles helping to breakdown the thatch, renewing the lawn. Aeration is an important part of a lawn care program. It should be incorporated with a ...