Scarification

Scarifying a lawn is an essential maintenance task to ensure its health and vitality. Over time, lawns accumulate a layer of thatch—composed of dead organic material, such as old grass stems—that rests on the soil’s surface. While soil bacteria typically break down this organic matter into nutrients for plants, excessive thatch can overwhelm this natural process. When this fibrous layer becomes too thick, it acts as a barrier, disrupting the lawn’s ecosystem.

A heavy thatch layer prevents essential elements like moisture, oxygen, and carbon dioxide from reaching the grass roots. It also blocks sunlight from penetrating to the base of the grass shoots, stifling growth. This environment weakens the grass, creating conditions that encourage moss, weeds, and diseases to thrive. Regular scarification removes this excess thatch, promoting healthier grass growth and ensuring your lawn remains lush, resilient, and disease-free.