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Bermuda Lawn Aeration: Timing for New Sod

Q: I have a new bermuda lawn planted in April. My maintenance company wants to aerate. Is it too late?
A: The ideal time to aerate bermudagrass is May, when it’s growing rapidly. Aeration promotes oxygen exchange, water penetration, and fertilizer uptake. Fall aeration helps only if soil is severely compacted—which shouldn’t be the case if the area was tilled before sodding in April.

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