Lawn Scarification

Lawn scarification is an essential part of any garden maintenance programme. Without it, your lawn will be highly susceptible to diseases caused by natural bacteria in the soil.

We use state-of-the-art garden scarifying equipment to ensure that your grass stays healthy all year round.

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 What is lawn scarification?

Lawn scarification is the process of pulling dead moss and thatch out of your garden lawn. This used to be done using a wire rake, but thanks to modern technology, we now use powered machines that get the job done more efficiently and more thoroughly. In the short term, scarifying your grass will actually make your lawn look worse, but once it recovers it should be far healthier than before.

Lawn scarification should be strategically scheduled to ensure that it is followed by favourable weather conditions that assist with the lawn’s recovery. Moss control should be carried out 2-3 weeks in advance, as lawn scarification could end up spreading moss spores across the lawn and making things worse than before.

It’s a good idea to scarify your lawn every 2-3 years at minimum (depending on soil and weather conditions), but the specialists from Professional Lawn Services will advise you on the best course of action for your particular garden.

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Why is lawn scarification important?

If dead moss and grass stalks are left undisturbed on your lawn they will turn into thatch (a build-up of dead organic matter that lies on the soil surface). Thatch prevents the flow of moisture to the grass roots, and can thus end up weakening and even killing the grass in your garden. During wetter periods – i.e. autumn and winter – it can also create damp, humid conditions that encourage moss growth and promote grass diseases and fungus.

Vigorous lawn scarification will remove thatch from your lawn and allow the grass underneath to grow normally again. If your lawn feels thick and spongy, scarifying your garden may be necessary to remove the layer of thatch.

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