Scarifying and dethatching are both useful tasks that can improve the health and overall condition of your lawn, but it's important to know the differences between them so you can use the right one, ...

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 ...

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Being awash in a sea of grass can be a wonderful thing, especially when that grass is gloriously full and lush. But good lawns don’t just get that way on their own, it takes consistent effort and a ...

A bit of thatch isn’t always a bad thing. That layer of material at the base of your lawn, living and dead, helps the grass retain water and restore nutrients to the soil. Left unchecked, though, it ...

As spring approaches, homeowners face a common dilemma: should they dethatch or aerate their lawns? Both practices can significantly improve lawn health, but they address different issues. Dethatching ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? A key step to growing and maintaining lush, green grass is removing thatch from your ...

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, lawn ...

Dethatching is the process of removing thatch from the lawn. Thatch is a combination of organic and inorganic matter that builds up over the topmost layer of your grass. It generally consists of ...

After testing the six dethatching rakes, my favorite was the Ames 15″ Adjustable Thatch Rake, which is effective at removing thatch, is affordable, and has excellent build quality. Ahead, discover how ...