Lawn Aeration for Drought-Stressed Lawns: Why It’s a Game Changer

Drought hits hard in Lake County, IL, leaving lawns crispy and faded. The secret to surviving it? Lawn aeration.

How It Helps During Drought

• Allows water to soak deeper.

• Encourages deeper root systems.

• Makes every watering more effective.

When to Aerate

Late summer or early fall works best—before drought or heat peaks.

If your lawn floods before drying out, check How Core Aeration Improves Lawn Drainage and Prevents Flooding.

To fix drought-caused dead spots, read Tired of Brown Patches? Here’s How Core Aeration Can Revive Your Lawn.

And for recovery tips afterward, visit Say Goodbye to Bare Spots: How Core Aeration Helps Lawn Recovery