{"id":1917,"date":"2019-06-22T19:39:30","date_gmt":"2019-06-22T19:39:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawnlove.wpengine.com\/?p=1917"},"modified":"2026-08-07T23:58:10","modified_gmt":"2026-08-07T23:58:10","slug":"best-time-to-aerate-and-overseed-a-lawn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-time-to-aerate-and-overseed-a-lawn\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Time to Aerate and Overseed a Lawn"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes has-medium-font-size\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u2022 <strong>Time it by season:<\/strong> Aerate and overseed cool-season grasses in late summer to early fall and warm-season grasses in late spring to early summer, when soil temperatures hit the germination sweet spot.<br>\u2022 <strong>Aerate first:<\/strong> Core aeration opens the soil for the seed-to-soil contact that drives high germination, so always aerate before overseeding.<br>\u2022 <strong>Once a year is plenty:<\/strong> Aerating and overseeding annually suits most lawns, and you should skip it during frost, peak summer heat, or drought.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to aerate and overseed a lawn is late summer to early fall for cool-season grasses and late spring to early summer for warm-season grasses. Aim for the window when soil temperatures sit in the germination sweet spot, not just a date on the calendar.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aerating before overseeding gives you good seed-to-soil contact, deeper roots, and thicker grass. Below you&#8217;ll find a month-by-region table, the best (and worst) times by grass type, why aeration comes first, what to do afterward, and how often to repeat it.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If nailing the timing feels like guesswork, a local Lawn Love pro can handle <a href=\"https:\/\/signup-web.lawnlove.com\/cart\/contact-info?intent=aerationOverseeding\">aeration and overseeding<\/a> at the right moment for your grass and climate.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-2becd541-2353-4149-a822-d2325db1c70a\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\" style=\"\">In this Article:<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-time-to-aerate-and-overseed-a-lawn\/#0-best-month-to-aerate-and-overseed-by-grass-type-and-region\" style=\"\">Best month to aerate and overseed by grass type and region<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-time-to-aerate-and-overseed-a-lawn\/#1-best-time-to-aerate-and-overseed-by-grass-type-\" style=\"\">Best time to aerate and overseed by grass type<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-time-to-aerate-and-overseed-a-lawn\/#4-when-is-the-worst-time-when-you-should-not-aerate-and-overseed-\" style=\"\">When is the worst time (when you should not aerate and overseed)?<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-time-to-aerate-and-overseed-a-lawn\/#5-why-should-you-aerate-before-overseeding-\" style=\"\">Why should you aerate before overseeding?<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-time-to-aerate-and-overseed-a-lawn\/#6-faqs\" style=\"\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 id=\"0-best-month-to-aerate-and-overseed-by-grass-type-and-region\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"best-month-to-aerate-and-overseed-by-grass-type-and-region\">Best month to aerate and overseed by grass type and region<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aerate and overseed cool-season grasses from mid-August to mid-September in northern states and warm-season grasses from May to July across the South and transition zone.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The exact month depends on how fast your soil warms or cools into the germination range: cool-season grasses want soil below 65 degrees, warm-season grasses want it above 65.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use the table to find your grass type and region, then confirm with a soil thermometer before you start. Below the table you&#8217;ll see which specific months are best based on my region (northern, transition zone, southern states) and the ideal soil temperatures for seed germination and root growth.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Grass type \/ region<\/th><th>Best window<\/th><th>Soil temp<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Cool-season, northern states<\/td><td>Mid-August to mid-September (or mid-May to mid-June)<\/td><td>50 to 65\u00b0F<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cool-season, transition zone<\/td><td>Mid-August to mid-October (or February to April)<\/td><td>50 to 65\u00b0F<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cool-season, southern states (ryegrass over Bermuda)<\/td><td>October to early December<\/td><td>50 to 65\u00b0F<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Warm-season, transition and southern states<\/td><td>May to July<\/td><td>65 to 75\u00b0F<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Warm-season, northern states<\/td><td>June to July<\/td><td>65 to 75\u00b0F<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Northern region (Kentucky bluegrass)<\/td><td>Late August to September (or mid-May to mid-June)<\/td><td>50 to 65\u00b0F germination<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Transition zone (tall fescue \/ Bermuda)<\/td><td>September to October (cool) or May to July (warm)<\/td><td>50 to 75\u00b0F germination and root growth<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Southern region (Bermuda)<\/td><td>May to July<\/td><td>65 to 75\u00b0F germination<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Soil temperature beats air temperature every time. <a href=\"https:\/\/soiltemperature.app\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">This app<\/a> checks the reading for your location.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"1-best-time-to-aerate-and-overseed-by-grass-type-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"best-time-to-aerate-and-overseed-by-grass-type\"><span id=\"best-time-to-aerate-and-overseed-cool-season-grasses\">Best time to aerate and overseed by grass type<\/span><\/span><\/h2>    <h3 id=\"2-best-time-to-aerate-and-overseed-cool-season-grasses\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"best-time-to-aerate-and-overseed-cool-season-grasses\">Best time to aerate and overseed cool-season grasses<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/cool-season-grass-1.jpg\" alt=\"Growth of cool season grass\" class=\"wp-image-17693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/cool-season-grass-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/cool-season-grass-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/cool-season-grass-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/cool-season-grass-1-610x343.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Infographic by Juan Rodriguez<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Aerate and overseed <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/guide-to-cool-season-grasses\/\">cool-season grasses<\/a> in late summer to early fall.<\/strong> Cooler nights and warm days support fast growth, the summer heat has subsided, and the soil stays moist longer, giving seeds the humidity they need to germinate.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Becky Grubbs Bowling, assistant professor of Turfgrass Science and Management at the University of Tennessee, says having the right soil and air temperature is key to successful germination.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Cool-season grasses establish best in the fall when soil temperatures remain warm enough for germination but air temperatures are becoming more favorable for growth,&#8221; she says. &#8220;Fall establishment also gives seedlings several months to develop roots before the heat and drought stress of summer.&#8221;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wait until soil temperatures fall below 65 degrees. Cool-season seeds <a href=\"https:\/\/turf.purdue.edu\/turf-101-optimum-temperatures-for-seed-germination\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">germinate best<\/a> between 50 and 65 degrees, the same range that drives strong root development. By then your lawn has exited summer dormancy and welcomes the aeration that pulls the <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/what-is-thatch\/\">thatch layer<\/a> and loosens compacted soil.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/aerated-lawn-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Soil plugs from core aeration\" class=\"wp-image-27027\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/aerated-lawn-1-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/aerated-lawn-1-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/aerated-lawn-1-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/aerated-lawn-1-1-610x406.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Core aeration opens holes in the ground so seeds have better contact with the soil for germination. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/pt\/image-photo\/pile-plugs-soil-removed-sports-field-2134845731\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Early spring is the second-best window. Once the soil warms above 50 degrees, let the lawn green up a bit before you aerate.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That way you can spot the thinned areas and <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-fix-patchy-grass\/\">bare patches to cover<\/a>. To see where this fits in your yearly plan, check our <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/lawn-care-calendar-cool-season-grass\/\">Lawn Care Calendar for Cool-Season Grass<\/a>.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"3-best-time-to-aerate-and-overseed-warm-season-grasses-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"best-time-to-aerate-and-overseed-warm-season-grasses\"><span id=\"the-best-time-to-aerate-and-overseed-warm-season-grasses\">Best time to aerate and overseed warm-season grasses<\/span><\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/warm-season-grass.jpg\" alt=\"Growth of warm season grass\" class=\"wp-image-17692\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/warm-season-grass.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/warm-season-grass-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/warm-season-grass-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/warm-season-grass-610x343.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Infographic by Juan Rodriguez<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Aerate and overseed <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/guide-to-warm-season-grasses\/\">warm-season grasses<\/a> in late spring to early summer.<\/strong> These grasses are <a href=\"https:\/\/forages.oregonstate.edu\/regrowth\/how-does-grass-grow\/grass-types\/cool-season-or-warm-season-grasses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">actively growing<\/a> then, with air temperatures in their happy zone of 80 to 95 degrees.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wait until the soil reaches 65 to 75 degrees. Warm-season seeds need at least 65 degrees to sprout and root well. Established grass is growing hard at that point too, so <a href=\"https:\/\/signup-web.lawnlove.com\/cart\/contact-info?intent=aeration\">aeration<\/a> fits like a glove, improving airflow and access to water and nutrients for both mature and new grass.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is one common exception: In the South, you can overseed a Bermuda lawn with ryegrass for winter color from October to early December, letting the cool-season grass carry green through the dormant months. For the full calendar, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/lawn-care-calendar-warm-season-grass\/\">Lawn Care Calendar for Warm-Season Grass<\/a>.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"4-when-is-the-worst-time-when-you-should-not-aerate-and-overseed-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"when-is-the-worst-time-when-you-should-not-aerate-and-overseed\"><span id=\"when-is-the-worst-time-to-aerate-and-overseed\">When is the worst time (when you should not aerate and overseed)?<\/span><\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The worst time to aerate and overseed is during weather extremes: hard frost, peak summer heat, or prolonged drought.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Avoid aerating and overseeding during periods of extreme heat or drought, when seedlings are unlikely to establish successfully and cultivation may place additional stress on the existing turf,&#8221; Bowling says.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Extremely wet weather can also be a red flag. Consistent moisture is beneficial for germination, but saturated, muddy, or flooded soils can reduce establishment, cause seed to migrate, and could lead to rutting and compaction,&#8221; she says.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/dead-grass.jpg\" alt=\"Patchy thin lawn with bare spots\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Don&#8217;t overseed your lawn when it is stressed from heat and drought. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/patchy-grass-lawn-in-bad-condition-and-need-maintenance\/627041797\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">o_lypa<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Skip it:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>When there&#8217;s still a chance of the last spring frost<\/li>    <li>Too close to the first fall frost<\/li>    <li>During the peak of a hot summer<\/li>    <li>During prolonged drought<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These conditions kill seeds and seedlings, or at best make germination a struggle.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The exception:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/difference-between-frost-seeding-dormant-seeding\/\">Dormant seeding<\/a> lets you sow in late fall or early winter when the soil isn&#8217;t frozen. The seed waits in the soil and germinates in early spring. It takes careful timing. Learn how in <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/what-is-dormant-seeding\/\">What is Dormant Seeding?<\/a><\/p>    <h2 id=\"5-why-should-you-aerate-before-overseeding-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"why-should-you-aerate-before-overseeding\">Why should you aerate before overseeding?<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aerating before overseeding gives you good seed-to-soil contact and a high germination rate. Core aeration cuts tiny plugs out of the soil, leaving small holes where most of your seed lands. That one step pays off several ways:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Seeds that settle into the holes make solid contact with the soil.<\/li>    <li>Below the surface, they&#8217;re shielded from heat, dryness, wind, runoff, and birds.<\/li>    <li>Aeration improves airflow and speeds water and nutrients to the roots.<\/li>    <li>Loose soil supports deep, healthy root growth.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Core aeration is the best type for overseeding. The University of Illinois Extension puts it plainly: &#8220;Core or plug aeration works best as it removes a plug of soil, whereas spike aerators can cause more compaction by pressing soil together around the holes.&#8221;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In short, plugs open the soil while spikes just squeeze it.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But Bowling says you don&#8217;t always have to aerate before overseeding.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Yes, you can successfully overseed without aerating, particularly if the soil is not compacted and you can achieve good seed-to-soil contact another way,&#8221; she says. &#8220;Mowing the existing turf a little shorter than normal before seeding can help open the canopy and allow more seed to reach the soil surface, and lightly disturbing the surface with a rake or verticutter can further improve seed-to-soil contact.&#8221;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read more:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/what-is-lawn-aeration\/\">What Is Lawn Aeration?<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/liquid-aeration-vs-core-aeration\/\">Liquid Aeration vs. Core Aeration: What\u2019s the Difference?<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/should-you-overseed-your-lawn\/\">Should You Overseed Your Lawn?<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-often-overseed-lawn\/\">How Often Should You Overseed Your Lawn?<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/core-or-spike-aeration\/\">Core Aeration vs. Spike Aeration<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 id=\"6-faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"faqs\">FAQs<\/span><\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-0\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the signs my lawn needs aeration or overseeding?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Aerate when the soil feels hard, water runs off instead of soaking in, thatch is thick, or fertilizer stops working as well. Overseed when the grass thins out or you see yellow and bare patches.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the most common lawn aeration mistakes?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The big ones: aerating dry, rock-hard soil (water a day or two before so tines pull real plugs), using a spike tool that compacts rather than removes soil, and aerating during summer dormancy when the grass can&#8217;t recover.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-2\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Should I hire a professional or do it myself?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">DIY works if you can rent a core aerator and time the window right; hire a pro if you have a large or clay-heavy yard or are unsure of your local soil-temperature window, since mistimed seed simply won&#8217;t take.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1784834995400\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><span id=\"how-often-should-you-aerate-and-overseed\">How often should you aerate and overseed?<\/span><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You should aerate and overseed once a year for most lawns. That annual pass fights soil compaction and builds turf thick enough to crowd out weeds, pests, and disease on its own. Aerate more often if you have heavy clay soil, which packs down fast. And overseed a second time in a season if bare patches open up. High-traffic lawns and those with heavy clay may benefit from aerating twice a year, in both spring and fall.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 id=\"7-leave-the-timing-to-a-local-lawn-care-pro-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"leave-the-timing-to-a-local-lawn-care-pro\"><span id=\"get-perfect-timing-with-professional-aeration-and-overseeding\">Leave the timing to a local lawn care pro<\/span><\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting the window right is the hard part, and a pro has already tested every good moment for your grass and region. Lawn Love can <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/lawn-seeding\">connect you with a pro<\/a> to aerate, overseed, and handle mowing at the right time. It&#8217;s the easiest road to thick, weed-free grass.<\/p>    <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-3edc8181-f0a0-4292-a82c-a0494ec4ddb8\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-e784f60a-27a2-4a38-858a-dff57079e50a\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-3edc8181-f0a0-4292-a82c-a0494ec4ddb8\" tabindex=\"0\"> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Main Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/close-up-of-a-hand-spreading-grass-seeds\/254060974?asset_id=254060974\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dean<\/a> | Adobe Stock Free | <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/license-terms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The best time to aerate and overseed a lawn is late summer to fall for cool-season grasses and late spring to summer for warm-season grasses. See the guide.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":67,"featured_media":37830,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cdn.lawnlove.com\/images\/background-19861_640.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"Best Time to Aerate and Overseed a Lawn","footnotes":""},"categories":[126],"tags":[147],"class_list":["post-1917","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-lawn-care-tips","tag-lawn-care"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/cdn.lawnlove.com\/images\/background-19861_640.jpg?w=640&fit=640,416&ssl=1","author_info":{"display_name":"Sinziana Spiridon","author_link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/author\/sinziana-spiridon\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1917","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/67"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1917"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1917\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":48285,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1917\/revisions\/48285"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/37830"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1917"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1917"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1917"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}