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Ever been out on the golf course and noticed sand scattered across the lawn? Ever wondered why you fill a divot (a chunk of a grass ripped up after you hit your golf ball) with sand? I did some research on Yahoo, which has some great articles, about why golfers use sand on their grass, and could it be useful for everyday lawn care? Also, the next time your out on the golf course, talk to the pros and get some tips on how to maintain a healthy and beautiful looking lawn!
Sand or Porous Ceramic materials are used often on golf greens, and sports fields. The reason you aerate is to relieve compaction and allow the roots access to more water, air etc. Grass does'nt grow well on concrete and lots of soils are terribly compact.
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