We'll walk you through the process of dethatching—and some considerations before you get started. Each year around this time, the pressure is on for homeowners to have the perfect lawn come summer.

When's the last time you checked under the "hood" of your lawn? Thatch, the layer of organic debris under the lawn's surface, is a normal component of a healthy lawn, but if it gets too thick, it can ...

Thatch is a layer of organic material that builds up between the soil and grass in your lawn. A thin layer of thatch is beneficial to the grass, providing nutrients, preserving moisture in the soil, ...

A thick, spongy lawn that feels springy underfoot often signals an excessive buildup of thatch – a dense layer of dead grass, roots, and organic debris that accumulates between the soil surface and ...

Mar. 12—(StatePoint) Dethatching your lawn has numerous benefits. But if you're not sure what dethatching is or how to do it, you may be wondering if it's really worth all the effort. To shed light on ...

Dethatching boosts lawn health by improving airflow, water access, and nutrient flow, helping prevent fungus and compacted soil. Clearing thatch gives grass space to grow thicker and stronger by ...

When is the best time to dethatch your lawn? You may have heard that dethatching is important to keep your lawn thriving, but you might not know exactly what it is or what the process entails. Simply ...