Aeration

Yearly lawn aeration by your maintenance provider is another way to reduce the need for chemical fertilizers. Lawn aeration improves the physical properties of soil; therefore, improving water retention and helping to reduce watering costs significantly throughout the summer months.

This is just a one of the many ways CLCA's licensed contractor members can help you become more “green” while helping your wallet to stay green! For more information on ways you can “greenovate” your yard check back here weekly for the entire list of "10 Ways A Landscape Contractor Can Help You Go Green" or contact a licensed CLCA professional in your area by using the Find My Contractor search feature on www.clca.org.
— David Silva