Maintaining a healthy lawn is hard work, so it's understandable to look for easier, cheaper shortcuts when possible. But sometimes so-called "hacks" are way more trouble than they're worth. Lawn ...

Q: Our backyard was driven on by heavy vehicles during a house addition. Now it is uneven and prone to weeds, with many bare areas this time of year before the weeds germinate. I know the weeds are a ...

Do lawn aerator shoes really work? Here's the scoop on those spiked aerating attachments worn while mowing the lawn or doing yard work.

I prefer using core aeration as an annual cultural practice for lawns. Power raking can be beneficial for lawns that have excess thatch buildup (more than 3/4-inch thick). Combining core aeration with ...

A greener, healthier yard doesn't always mean punching holes in the soil. There's an alternative aeration method that's easy ...

“I would like my lawn to look better this year. Should I start the growing season off by both power raking and core aerating?” I recommend using core aeration as an annual practice for lawns instead ...

Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of ...

Autumn is a good time to core aerate and thatch your lawn to reduce soil compaction if you did not aerate in the spring. Core aerating once a year is enough for most residential lawns with normal use.

Each type of aerator has its advantages, so use careful consideration when selecting this lawn implement for your equipment rental business Are you in the market for an aerator? There's lots to ...