Healthy grass depends on healthy roots, and healthy roots depend on healthy soil. Over time, however, the soil beneath a lawn gradually becomes compacted through regular use, rainfall, mowing and everyday foot traffic. As the soil becomes denser, it becomes harder for air, water and nutrients to reach the roots, leaving the lawn weaker and more vulnerable to moss, weeds and poor growth. Aeration is one of the most effective ways to improve soil structure and restore the healt

If you live in Cheltenham, Bishops Cleeve or many of the surrounding Gloucestershire villages, there's a good chance your lawn grows on clay soil. While clay has a reputation for being difficult to work with, it also has one enormous advantage. It's naturally rich in nutrients and, when managed correctly, can produce an exceptionally healthy lawn. The challenge isn't the clay itself. It's understanding how it behaves throughout the year. Clay changes dramatically with the sea