Centipede Grass Core Aeration Guide for Georgia
Core Aeration recommendations specifically for centipede grass lawns in Middle Georgia. Product safety, timing, and what to expect from professional treatment.
Grass-specific care
Why Centipede Grass Needs Different Core Aeration
Centipede Grass has unique characteristics that affect how core aeration should be applied. Centipede grass is highly sensitive to many common herbicides and over-fertilization. Product selection is critical.
Getting the product, rate, and timing wrong doesn't just waste money — it can damage your lawn. We match every treatment to your specific grass type.
Quick profile
Centipede Grass at a Glance
Mowing Height
1.5-2.5 inches
Water Needs
Low to moderate
Nitrogen Needs
Light feeder
Sun Requirement
Full sun to light shade
Strengths
Very low maintenance — needs less fertilizer than any other warm-season grass
Naturally acidic soil preference matches Middle Georgia conditions
Low mowing frequency needed
Good pest resistance
Vulnerabilities
Very sensitive to over-fertilization (iron chlorosis from too much nitrogen)
Poor traffic tolerance — thin and delicate
Slow to recover from damage
Sensitive to herbicides that bermuda tolerates
Our approach
Core Aeration for Centipede Grass in Georgia
Core aeration pulls small plugs of soil from your lawn, breaking up compaction and creating channels for water, air, and nutrients to reach the root zone. This is especially important for Middle Georgia’s clay soils, which compact easily and restrict root growth.
For centipede grass specifically, we adjust product selection and application rates to match its sensitivity to chemicals and low nitrogen tolerance. No chemical application. Cores dissolve naturally within 1-2 weeks.
Why Attaboy
Why Trust Attaboy for Centipede Grass Core Aeration
Common questions
Centipede Grass Core Aeration FAQ
Is core aeration safe for centipede grass?
Yes. We use products specifically selected for centipede grass lawns. Centipede grass is highly sensitive to many common herbicides and over-fertilization. Product selection is critical.
How often should centipede grass get core aeration?
1-2x per year. The specific timing depends on centipede grass’s growth cycle in Middle Georgia.
What’s different about core aeration for centipede grass vs other grasses?
Centipede Grass has specific tolerances and vulnerabilities. Centipede grass is highly sensitive to many common herbicides and over-fertilization. Product selection is critical. We adjust product selection, application rates, and timing for each grass type.
When is the best time to aerate in Georgia?
Late spring through early summer for warm-season grasses (bermuda, zoysia). Aerate when grass is actively growing so it recovers quickly.
How often should I aerate?
Most Middle Georgia lawns benefit from annual aeration. Heavy clay soils or high-traffic lawns may need it twice per year.
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