Fixing Low Spots with Standing Water

Simple Soil Solution

Standing water kills grass by oxygen deprivation. Spike aeration fails—it doesn't reach restrictive clay layers.

Effective Repair

1. Fill low spots with 2 parts Landscaper's/Planter's Mix + 1 part topsoil
2. Blend thoroughly
3. Seed, plug, or allow runner grasses to fill in
4. Water well to settle

Why This Works

Quality soil mix improves drainage while maintaining moisture. Runner-type grasses (St. Augustine, Bermuda) quickly colonize. Non-runners need seeding.