Should You Aerate Your Lawn If You Live in Winnipeg?

In Winnipeg, where winter can feel like it lasts forever, locals often joke about their city being called "Winterpeg Manisnowba." But what many people forget is that for the other half of the year, Winnipeg transforms into a stunning paradise with some of the most beautiful summers on Earth. During these warm months, snowbirds flock back home to enjoy the breathtaking prairie sunsets with their families and friends.

However, the long and harsh winters take their toll on Winnipeg's natural beauty. With six months of snow and cold, the city's green botanical life doesn't have enough time to thrive like many other places in the world. As a result, many Winnipeg lawns end up thin and sparse due to a lack of care and nurture. That's why it's crucial to take proactive steps to maintain your lawn's health whenever possible.

One of the most important tasks you can do each year is to aerate your lawn. Aeration involves removing small cores of soil from your lawn, leaving behind tiny holes. These holes serve several purposes, including alleviating soil compaction, promoting healthier root systems, and most importantly (and perhaps most overlooked), improving seed-to-soil contact. When combined with overseeding, aeration can transform a thin and struggling lawn into a lush carpet of grass in just a matter of weeks. The cores provide shelter for the seeds while direct contact with the soil ensures better germination and growth.

If it's spring and you want to ensure your lawn stays healthy and lush all summer long, contact us about our spring cleanup package. Here we offer aeration along with a complete leaf cleanup, and a first cut and trim. We also offer a similar package in the fall with our fall cleanup service. It's a pretty great deal if we do say so ourselves.

Otherwise, feel free to contact us about aeration on a standalone basis using the chat bubble on our website!

I hope you spend your time enjoying your yard, not laboring in it.

All the best, Yardona Property Maintenance