Thatch is a tight, brown, spongy, organic layer of both living and dead grass roots and stems that accumulate close to the soil surface. Core aerating on an annual basis helps to alleviate the problem. Too much water and too much fertilizer may contribute to thatch build-up.
See Fact Sheet 7.202 - Lawn Care.
These resources are brought to you by the Cooperative Extension System and your Local Institution
Welcome
eXtension is an interactive learning environment delivering the best, most researched knowledge from the smartest land-grant university minds across America.
eXtension: more mind reach
Have a question? Try asking one of our Experts
Have a specific question? Try asking one of our Experts
Unlike most other resources on the web, we have experts from Universities around the country ready to answer your questions.
