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Category: Aeration

Mowed green lawn with a band of small soil cores from core aeration breaking down into the grass beside a driveway
Lawn care after aeration comes down to fourteen days. Water lightly two or three times a day for the first week to keep the top inch of soil damp, and leave the soil plugs in place to break down. Stay off the turf, hold off on mowing until new fescue reaches 3.5 inches, and skip […]
September 21, 2026
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Core aeration plugs beside a liquid aeration sprayer on a North Carolina tall fescue lawn comparing both lawn aeration methods on clay soil.
Core aeration relieves compaction in North Carolina clay by physically removing soil plugs, lowering bulk density and opening real channels for water and air. Liquid aeration sprays humic substances and surfactants that support soil biology and water movement, but no peer-reviewed research shows it reduces compaction in heavy clay. Use core aeration for structure and […]
September 21, 2026
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Soil thermometer reading four-inch depth in a tall fescue lawn in central North Carolina during the fall aeration window with early-morning autumn light.
The best time to aerate a lawn in North Carolina is when soil temperature at four inches sits between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit. For tall fescue in the Triad and Triangle, the ideal time to aerate and overseed falls between mid-September and early October and lasts roughly three weeks. For bermuda and zoysia in […]
August 6, 2026
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Winter lawn care typically takes a backseat. But while everyone else is waiting for the first warm day get started, you can quietly set yourself up for a thick, healthy lawn before spring even hits. For those who want a clean, green yard around their home (without spending March playing catch-up), winter is the perfect […]
January 9, 2026
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If your lawn could talk, it would probably beg for a little fresh air now and then. Aeration is the secret weapon behind lush, healthy grass, but timing matters. At Nature’s Select®, we often hear homeowners in Chapel Hill, NC ask: “Should I aerate in spring or fall?” Let’s break it down so your lawn […]
September 8, 2025
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Ever feel like you’re doing everything right for your lawn, yet it still looks dull, patchy, or thin? You water it, mow it, even toss down some fertilizer, but your grass just doesn’t seem to get the memo. The truth is, the problem might not be what you’re doing on the surface. The real issue […]
August 8, 2025
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If your lawn could talk, it would be begging for some fresh air right about now. Lawn aeration is like a deep breath for your grass, allowing air, water, and nutrients to penetrate deeper. At Nature’s Select®, we believe that healthy lawns start from the ground up, and this season, lawn aeration is the MVP. […]
June 24, 2025
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Did you know that beneath your soft, green lawn lies a secret world bustling with life? Think of your soil as a mini-metropolis teeming with tiny organisms, essential nutrients, and hidden ecosystem processes that work tirelessly to keep your lawn healthy and thriving. While this intricate world might be out of sight, its impact on […]
February 18, 2025
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Fall is a critical time for lawn care, especially in regions like ours where summer can be harsh on turf. At Nature’s Select™ Premium Turf Services, Inc., we believe that preparing your lawn before winter ensures that it will come back healthier and stronger next spring. One of the key treatments we recommend during this […]
September 17, 2024
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Do you find your lawn often turns into a soggy mess after heavy rainfalls? If so, you're not alone. Many homeowners struggle with excess water pooling on their lawns, leading to issues such as poor drainage, soil erosion, and even damage to their grass and plants. Here at Nature's Select Piedmont, we know your lawn […]
July 30, 2024
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