Seattle Area Lawn Lime Treatments

Seattle Area Lawn Lime Treatments2023-03-03T17:26:14-08:00

Enhanced Lime

This example of results after using Enhanced Limestone Product was taken two months apart. (results may vary).

Enhanced Lime Treatment Before and After

A breakthrough has been made in the lime industry, ‘Enhanced Limestone with Organic Acid’. Enhanced Calcitic Limestone can do in 2 months what typical limestone applications can do in 2 years! This is a PROFESSIONAL PRODUCT which is not available from stores and is now available by special agreement with Aerating Thatching Co. The manufacturer has been in business since 1985 while perfecting this truly revolutionary product.

Note: If you have been already applying lime annually, this can free up trapped lime in your soil from previous applications.

There are generally three different types of Calcium products on the market: Calcitic, Dolomitic, and gypsum.

  • Gypsum helps break up clay soils and adds Calcium but does not adjust soil pH
  • Dolomitic limestone has Calcium and Magnesium
  • Calcitic limestone has a higher Calcium level that adjusts the soil’s pH, which allows the nutrients in the soil to be available to the grass

Benefits of Using This Revolutionary New Calcitic Lime:

  • Improves germination, stimulates root growth, and enhances microbial activity.
  • Increases essential nutrient absorption and translocation.
  • Improves soil aeration and water percolation.
  • Supplies optimal Calcium (Ca) levels to plant cells to strengthen the lawns’ resistance to disease.
  • Balances the Ca/N ratio in the plant.
  • Raises soil Ph with a quicker response at lower rates.
  • Requires 1/4 the rate of standard lime per application and Lasts up to 10 months.
  • Reduces Hydrogen (H), Sodium (Na), and Chlorine (Cl) in the plant and soil.

Superior Quality Product vs. Traditional Limestone and Gypsum:

How many times have you applied typical limestone or gypsum just to mow it right back up? Our enhanced limestone gets to work in the soil while typical limestone and gypsum just sit there.

These products dissolve quickly with just one irrigation cycle and are absorbed by the soil profile with ease. Enhanced limestone goes out into the soil and converts bound-up, locked-up (unavailable) calcium to usable, available calcium.

This newly developed lime has an organic acid added which makes it become available very quickly to the soil through an oxidation reaction. That is why poor results are often seen when lime is applied every year because typical limestone has to oxidize and can take years to become available to the soil.

Safe for kids and pets after just one irrigation cycle.

As always, I highly suggest having soil testing done by a professional laboratory for the best results.

Seattle Lawn Lime Treatment FAQ2024-02-26T18:43:56-08:00

Yes, applying lime after aeration can be a good practice, Here’s why:

Benefits of applying lime after aeration:

  • Improved penetration: Aeration creates small pockets in the soil, allowing the lime to reach deeper layers where it can be more effective in raising the soil pH.
  • Enhanced efficiency: Since the lime doesn’t have to penetrate as much compacted soil, it can work more efficiently and potentially require a slightly lower application rate.

I use a newer generation of enhanced lime that breaks down and adjusts the soil pH more quickly that is composed of:

  • Calcitic lime: This type of lime is commonly used for raising soil pH because it contains a high concentration of calcium carbonate (CaCO3), which helps neutralize soil acidity.
  • Acidifying agent: That accelerates the breakdown of the lime particles, making the calcium carbonate more readily available to raise soil pH faster compared to traditional, non-acidified calcitic lime.

The relationship between lime and moss is a bit more nuanced than a simple yes or no answer. Here’s a breakdown of how lime affects lawn moss:

  • Indirect effect: Lime does not directly kill moss. Moss thrives in acidic soil, and lime works to raise the soil pH (make it less acidic). As the soil becomes more alkaline, it creates a less favorable environment for moss growth, potentially discouraging its spread.
  • Long-term effect: The impact of lime on existing moss is minimal. While it might make the environment less hospitable, noticeable reduction in moss takes time and involves other lawn care practices.
  • Root cause: It’s important to address the underlying reasons why moss is thriving in your lawn. These often include:
    • Too much shade
    • Poor drainage
    • Compacted soil
    • Low soil fertility

 This decision depends entirely on your specific circumstances. Here’s why:

  • Location and grass type matter:  The ideal time for applying lime can vary based on your location and the type of grass in your lawn. In general, early spring or fall are considered suitable times in the Seattle area, but specific timing needs might differ.
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