Grass Harrowing

At Total Groundcare Services Ltd (TGS), we offer specialised grass harrowing services to maintain and rejuvenate your pastures and grasslands. Grass harrowing is a critical component of turf maintenance, particularly effective in removing dead grass, aerating the soil, and promoting healthy grass growth.

What is Grass Harrowing?

Grass harrowing involves using a harrow, a type of farming implement, to improve the quality of your grassland. The harrow is equipped with multiple tines or blades that dig into the soil to perform several key functions:

The primary purpose of harrowing is thatch removal. The harrow removes dead grass and thatch, which can smother healthy grass if left unmanaged. This process allows sunlight, air, and nutrients to reach the soil and the base of the grass, promoting vigorous growth. Soil aeration is another significant benefit. By breaking up the surface of the soil, harrowing helps improve air circulation and water infiltration. This is crucial for maintaining soil health and ensuring that grass roots receive the oxygen and water they need to thrive. Additionally, harrowing helps to level out uneven surfaces caused by molehills or other disturbances, creating a smoother, safer surface for both livestock and equipment.

Benefits of Grass Harrowing with TGS

Regular harrowing helps maintain a healthy sward by encouraging new grass shoots and reducing the build-up of thatch and moss. Aerating the soil improves its structure, allowing for better water absorption and root penetration, leading to healthier, more resilient grass. Harrowing disrupts the growth of lightly rooted weeds, making it harder for them to establish and spread. This ensures that your pastures are dominated by healthy, nutritious grass rather than invasive weeds.

Harrowing also helps distribute organic material such as animal droppings across the pasture, enhancing the nutrient content of the soil and promoting more uniform grass growth. This process can reduce the reliance on artificial fertilizers, making it a more sustainable and cost-effective method of pasture management.

TGS utilises heavy-duty spring tine harrows that can be adjusted to provide different tine angles depending on ground conditions. This flexibility ensures optimal performance and results across various terrains and soil types. Our equipment is designed to be foldable for easy transport through gateways and wide enough to cover large areas efficiently.