Linear aeration is an aeration process that allows water to penetrate the soil and to be retained in the proper amounts.[1] Additionally, it can also add organic nutrition and soil softeners (such as humus, topsoil, compost, sand or clay) if necessary.
With linear aeration, organic matter is added on top of the soil surface between planting cycles. Then, grooves are cut into the soil to allow the amendments and additives to enter. Finally, the grooves are recovered in the same passage.
Here, linear aeration can also help to alleviate excessive water in lawn areas. First, necessary organic matter is added on top of the turf, and then grooves are cut into the turf to allow soil additives to penetrate. Finally, the grooves are recovered in the same passage.