I converted 545 customers from mechanical to liquid Air-8. The ones we have been doing for a few seasons at 2 apps per year are significantly drier after our northeast Ohio spring rains. They also look spectacular. I combined 1oz of SEA K to my spring application this year. Thanks again John for developing suck amazing products.
I’m so glad this series has come out. So much great information, especially at the end when you speak to how all of our lawns are different... generalities create confusion, and everyone can have a different experience depending where they are located. Well done John!
I mechanical aerate every year and also supplement air 8 throughout the season. I bought a soil probe to pull a core for a soil test this year and couldn't believe how easy it was to drive the probe down, easily a foot.
Great stuff JP! I’m very curious to see what the data in the following year shows. I shall be anxiously awaiting. Keep up the great work, and thanks for all you do for our lawn care community!
Man that was amazing! I know you put a lot of effort in to this and I can say I truly learned something and appreciated your analysis through all 3 parts. Thank you! Well done!
Great series John. Definitely has answered a lot of questions. I'm very much looking forward to the findings some time next year. Now it's time to get your backyard going! 👊
I used this on my home lawn in Ohio for one year with RGS before selling and moving to a bigger rural lawn and it was the best thing I LEARNED how to apply and appreciate and its worth its weight in gold.
About 1/2 way through the video I texted my neighbors asking about renting a aerator this Spring...then I realized in your conclusion that it may not be “necessary” this Spring but I will for sure in Fall. That’s why listening and reading the whole thing is important!
Awesome awesome series. Hopefully people will test and try the products in their own individual yards. Seeing the results for themselves as to how well the products perform will be beneficial as well. 😎🌴
Thanks for the research part of your company approach. I think your products really do work. I spray them on my lawn and others. Noticable differences. Thank you for clarifying the Air8 only plot which I questioned was missing. I'm realizing that the soil Amendment approach isn't an overnight, one season deal. Takes time to correct.
Thank you for bringing it up as well. I wanted to make perfectly clear where limitations were and if I were to say “those camp actions readings were at 15” below the surface,” it wouldn’t much matter over all. If they were 2” below the surface it would be terrible. Reality is 8-12” for readings.
I just ordered RGS and Air-8 from Yard Mastery this morning! I did this all before seeing part 2 and 3, although I heard you and other talk up this combo over the last few weeks! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and creating some great products. Newbie to the Lawn Care Shtuf. Learn, Share, Grow... J. Prisby
Thanks for this series. Starting in on my 3rd year with GCF products and the lawn is already 2-3 weeks ahead of the neighbors, who do little to nothing. Had so many compliments on the grass. Recently retired, so "spoon feeding" is my new hobby - and a lot of mowing! haha Love it!
Been using your products for a year now and my yard looks amazing from when I strarted.. glad we can put the debate to rest which really didn't matter to me because I've alredy seen the results here in Tampa .. Thanks John ! I guess the soil is just to Rocky in Rocky Top 🤣
Great stuff! Can’t wait to mechanical aerate and spray down some Air8. I need the lawn to wake up down here in Texas. Still recovering from the frost. My lawn definitely puddles and I’m excited to see how these new findings help with that.
Spray the air8 mixed with rgs after the mechanical aerate. The gas’s explodes with new growth. I did it just as coincidence and was really surprised how the St Augustine just took off this time.
Thanks, Based on what my needs are and your three videos here I am planning on using both. In the main reason for this is to help in leveling out my lawn. Yes I have areas that do need to get much better water to the roots. But I also want to slowly lower the high spots and raise the low spots. Am I thinking correctly? Thank you again for your educational videos. They are extremely interesting and are teaching me a lot. My apologies for this being a two-year-old video series that I am commenting on. I am just extremely interested in the subject.
Very well put together John actually I enjoyed the series. Makes a lot of sense and I know which direction I wanna go with my lawn, thank you very much! By the way your products are TRULY OUTSTANDING!
Good series. I like your point about what's good for one lawn made be different for another. At the end of the day, I'm about the results on MY lawn. Does Air8 work? I know that the Bio-Stimulant Pack brought HUGE changes for the better to my lawn last year. I will use Air8 along w RGS and Microgreen as a way of getting those products down in the soil. I'll also tag team Air8 w mechanical aeration bc I believe that's what my property needs. Again, good series!
John I've been watching your videos for several years paying special attention to your views on core aeration. Your comments on core aeration reducing soil carbon makes a lot of sense to me. I live in Sandy, UT with sandy clay loam soil that receives light traffic. Haven't core aerated for maybe 10 years and my soil drains very well. I also use RGS and have roots that extend at least 8". Have had some recent lawn growth issues but I think they are due to other factors. But I want to see if you think I am correct in not doing core aeration. Nearly everyone recommends it as a possible solution and many neighbors do it yearly. Also doesn't the freezing action during winter act to reset compaction in lightly compacted soils that aren't heavy clay? Really enjoyed this series and watched the episodes several times. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
Thanks for the clarification about the Air8 only and why we can't really compare it to mechanical. This is science and this is why I support Greene County Fert and the N-Ext products.
You’re very welcome. So far, magic bullets don’t exist in turf science. The fun part is seeking out how far we can get with simple applications and over all soil care.
That was an excellent summary and I applaud you for your honesty!👌🏻 I’ve used Air8, humic 12, Microgreene for a couple seasons and I have absolutely seen some gains even though I still have all the usual fungus issues I’ve had forever 🤦🏻♂️( still trying to figure and work that out ) I missed out on the rest of this series so I now I need to find parts 1 and 2 🙂. Awesome though!👊🏻
Just so good! Throat punch to the #lawnsausages Miss seeing you this year John! Looking forward to next Lawncology or whenever you make it to Upstate SC.
Hey JP, love all the info you put out! It’s 8/4, I nuked my yard about 2 weeks ago beginning the processes of full renovation. When would be the right time to apply air8? Week before seeding, at seeding?
Great video John. I have had good success with the Compaction Cure Combo when I tank mix my pre emergents (either prodiamine and/or Dimension + Gallery 75). Nice soft turf, strong Bermuda growth, and no weeds, except for that $%&! nutsedge.
Q:: I am not going to de-thatch or aerate. What products do I put down this year to compensate? I heard of the bundle packs. Do you send a program with the purchase? Like when to put down each product. Thanks so much. Liked the sunset btw.😊
I am getting a two prong aerator over by the Home Depot later today. Going to be tackling that clay with both Air8 and mechanical aeration. Front and back lawn together is about 3K sq. feet, so not worth renting a machine...I think lol
I have a sandy loam soil, CEC has been climbing and sits at 8ish. I don't have standing water. Would my soil benefit from air8. I have been using RGS, microgreen dthatch and Green effect for a couple of years. Also on a side note would it be helpful when doing a reno to help the new seed with root development?
Good video ! Honest and factual info. I just started using N ext products & RGS AND AIR8 are on my list. I just gave my lawn a punch in the face with some Green Punch & Micro green. I'm not sure how fast a response your grass gets from this but, mine looks greener over night . I do have a N & K and micro's deficiency
How often should you use liquid aeration? Can you completely replace mechanical aeration with liquid aeration? Is this safe to use with reseeding or do you have to wait a certain amount of time?
I would say that many people can eliminate mechanical if all their practices are in line. There will always be a place for mechanical and a place for liquid. Most people will find that the need for mechanical aeration will go down when they use good cultural practices in tandem with your liquid.
Hi John is it safe to apply air8 more than 4 times per season? I have compacted soil causing puddle of water in low area. Should I go 9oz or 6oz per application?
@@Lawncology Love it! I’m going to run your products for the second time this year, but I like the idea of checking out empirical data. There’s plenty of anecdotal evidence out there, I’m glad that you were able to get verifiable data.
One big reason I use liquid aeration is that I can’t get a aeration machine thru the gate to my backyard. I have some RGS and liquid Aerate arriving Monday. Q: Was there mention the name of the university that participated in the study?
Hoping you can help. I live in Fairbanks, Alaska and can’t find a distributor that will ship Air-8. Any ideas or maybe another “comparable” liquid aerating product? Greatly appreciate any help. -David
I have clay soil that is pretty compacted. We have just planted a bunch of new trees and swans to give the best chance to develop a good root system. Would it be ok to use Air 8 relatively heavy around the trees to aerate the soil so the roots can really drive out away from the plant?
I would feed the trees will rgs at the bases and some triple fert if possible. We’ve had great luck as preplant with air8 and RGS being outed into the hole at planting but if you’re in the ground, I’d work on the tree growth itself
@@ryhi872 thanks, funny I comp shop everything on Amazon but assumed they wouldn’t ship to Oregon either if coming out of Florida. Must be warehoused in another state?
That wonderful top notch clay that they use from top to bottom to cap a landfill to seal it. Well that's my area. Plugging once a year is not cutting it so 2-3 times and some Air-8 and we shall see.
I’ve been using It for 6 months on lawn, plants & trees. I have 4 gardenias that are in the shade and for the first time in 5 yrs they’ve bloomed flowers. I credit the sea-k
@@Lawncology Thanks John for the reply. One more question for you. Can Sea K be applied with the other NEXT Bio. products such as Humic12 and RGS in a dial in sprayer. Looking to apply my second round of the bios AKA “Lawn Domination of my neighbors” in the next few days.
@@BenjaminT.Minkler it was pretty fun and challenging to comb through it all and keep it simple. I’m looking forward to when I can present this to my peers.
I converted 545 customers from mechanical to liquid Air-8. The ones we have been doing for a few seasons at 2 apps per year are significantly drier after our northeast Ohio spring rains. They also look spectacular. I combined 1oz of SEA K to my spring application this year. Thanks again John for developing suck amazing products.
Sorry. Such amazing products!
Can you mix Sea K with other NEXt Bio products such as RGS and Humic 12 into a ortho hose in sprayer?
Good stuff all around John. Thank you for making this series.
Thank you Allyn. I appreciate the support and friendship buddy
Thanks to both of you, i just recieved my 4 pack starter kit today with the Air-8 and RGS...lets see what this year brings.
I’m so glad this series has come out. So much great information, especially at the end when you speak to how all of our lawns are different... generalities create confusion, and everyone can have a different experience depending where they are located. Well done John!
Thank you Chuck. I think that’s important for everyone as well. Gather info and test for yourself!
I mechanical aerate every year and also supplement air 8 throughout the season. I bought a soil probe to pull a core for a soil test this year and couldn't believe how easy it was to drive the probe down, easily a foot.
That’s what I’d expect to see. Love that!
Great stuff JP! I’m very curious to see what the data in the following year shows. I shall be anxiously awaiting. Keep up the great work, and thanks for all you do for our lawn care community!
Thank you JB. I will be anxiously awaiting as well!!
Man that was amazing! I know you put a lot of effort in to this and I can say I truly learned something and appreciated your analysis through all 3 parts. Thank you! Well done!
Great series John. Definitely has answered a lot of questions. I'm very much looking forward to the findings some time next year. Now it's time to get your backyard going! 👊
Yeah man. We will have to these videos again next year for sure. Updates are the bedt
Audio and color is great here 👍💯
Thanks buddy. That was natural light from the window.
Awesome work! I will say that results speak for themselves. I’ve had great results with Air8 and that’s why I continue using it on my lawn.
I used this on my home lawn in Ohio for one year with RGS before selling and moving to a bigger rural lawn and it was the best thing I LEARNED how to apply and appreciate and its worth its weight in gold.
About 1/2 way through the video I texted my neighbors asking about renting a aerator this Spring...then I realized in your conclusion that it may not be “necessary” this Spring but I will for sure in Fall. That’s why listening and reading the whole thing is important!
Awesome awesome series. Hopefully people will test and try the products in their own individual yards. Seeing the results for themselves as to how well the products perform will be beneficial as well. 😎🌴
Thank you Christian!
Make sense, I’ve noticed all those changes on my lawn. The description you mentioned are spot on. Thanks
Awesome. Thank you so much
Thanks for the research part of your company approach. I think your products really do work. I spray them on my lawn and others. Noticable differences. Thank you for clarifying the Air8 only plot which I questioned was missing. I'm realizing that the soil Amendment approach isn't an overnight, one season deal. Takes time to correct.
Thank you for bringing it up as well. I wanted to make perfectly clear where limitations were and if I were to say “those camp actions readings were at 15” below the surface,” it wouldn’t much matter over all. If they were 2” below the surface it would be terrible. Reality is 8-12” for readings.
I just ordered RGS and Air-8 from Yard Mastery this morning! I did this all before seeing part 2 and 3, although I heard you and other talk up this combo over the last few weeks! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and creating some great products. Newbie to the Lawn Care Shtuf. Learn, Share, Grow... J. Prisby
Thank you!
Thanks for this series! I will be replaying these videos. There is quite a bit of information to digest. Just like the Soil Series!
Awesome. Thanks for being in the live chat this morning!
Thanks for this series. Starting in on my 3rd year with GCF products and the lawn is already 2-3 weeks ahead of the neighbors, who do little to nothing. Had so many compliments on the grass. Recently retired, so "spoon feeding" is my new hobby - and a lot of mowing! haha Love it!
Been using your products for a year now and my yard looks amazing from when I strarted.. glad we can put the debate to rest which really didn't matter to me because I've alredy seen the results here in Tampa .. Thanks John ! I guess the soil is just to Rocky in Rocky Top 🤣
Great stuff! Can’t wait to mechanical aerate and spray down some Air8. I need the lawn to wake up down here in Texas. Still recovering from the frost. My lawn definitely puddles and I’m excited to see how these new findings help with that.
Treat it at 6 ounces three times over two months. You’ll see changes.
Spray the air8 mixed with rgs after the mechanical aerate. The gas’s explodes with new growth. I did it just as coincidence and was really surprised how the St Augustine just took off this time.
Thanks, Based on what my needs are and your three videos here I am planning on using both. In the main reason for this is to help in leveling out my lawn. Yes I have areas that do need to get much better water to the roots. But I also want to slowly lower the high spots and raise the low spots. Am I thinking correctly? Thank you again for your educational videos. They are extremely interesting and are teaching me a lot. My apologies for this being a two-year-old video series that I am commenting on. I am just extremely interested in the subject.
Very well put together John actually I enjoyed the series. Makes a lot of sense and I know which direction I wanna go with my lawn, thank you very much! By the way your products are TRULY OUTSTANDING!
Good series. I like your point about what's good for one lawn made be different for another. At the end of the day, I'm about the results on MY lawn. Does Air8 work? I know that the Bio-Stimulant Pack brought HUGE changes for the better to my lawn last year. I will use Air8 along w RGS and Microgreen as a way of getting those products down in the soil. I'll also tag team Air8 w mechanical aeration bc I believe that's what my property needs. Again, good series!
John I've been watching your videos for several years paying special attention to your views on core aeration. Your comments on core aeration reducing soil carbon makes a lot of sense to me. I live in Sandy, UT with sandy clay loam soil that receives light traffic. Haven't core aerated for maybe 10 years and my soil drains very well. I also use RGS and have roots that extend at least 8". Have had some recent lawn growth issues but I think they are due to other factors. But I want to see if you think I am correct in not doing core aeration. Nearly everyone recommends it as a possible solution and many neighbors do it yearly. Also doesn't the freezing action during winter act to reset compaction in lightly compacted soils that aren't heavy clay? Really enjoyed this series and watched the episodes several times. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
Another great video. Thank you for the education.
Thanks for the clarification about the Air8 only and why we can't really compare it to mechanical. This is science and this is why I support Greene County Fert and the N-Ext products.
You’re very welcome. So far, magic bullets don’t exist in turf science. The fun part is seeking out how far we can get with simple applications and over all soil care.
That was an excellent summary and I applaud you for your honesty!👌🏻 I’ve used Air8, humic 12, Microgreene for a couple seasons and I have absolutely seen some gains even though I still have all the usual fungus issues I’ve had forever 🤦🏻♂️( still trying to figure and work that out )
I missed out on the rest of this series so I now I need to find parts 1 and 2 🙂. Awesome though!👊🏻
Just so good! Throat punch to the #lawnsausages
Miss seeing you this year John! Looking forward to next Lawncology or whenever you make it to Upstate SC.
awesome series! Thanks for all the info JP!
Thank you so much.
been using for 3 ish years on 60 year neglected soil and the results are amazing.
love all the bio stim products.
Great series. Much appreciated John !
Thank you Scott. I’d been waiting all winter to do that.
Great stuff! I cannot wait to see the year 2 results and how the plots started off the year, when compared to the previous year. 👈🏽🤘🏽
Me too. I was speaking to Dr Josh about this yesterday and what we should be tracking in more detail.
Love it!!
Do you plan on releasing the data or the paper accompanied with the university trials? Would be interested in reading/looking at it
All I want to know is where I can get that pipe lamp. Great info as always John
That pipe lamp was a gift and I think she ordered it from Etsy.
You stated this was a 2 year study and this was year 1 results. Will you be doing a follow-up since the 2-year time period has completed?
Hey JP, love all the info you put out! It’s 8/4, I nuked my yard about 2 weeks ago beginning the processes of full renovation. When would be the right time to apply air8? Week before seeding, at seeding?
Great video John. I have had good success with the Compaction Cure Combo when I tank mix my pre emergents (either prodiamine and/or Dimension + Gallery 75). Nice soft turf, strong Bermuda growth, and no weeds, except for that $%&! nutsedge.
Awesome man. Stupid nut sedge can be crappy to deal with.
Great series from a person having to deal with heavily compacted soil from children playing on it during the day and never aerated..
Awesome. Thank you so much charles
Awesome stuff man like always !!!
St texas is the best place to try all these products we get 100• degress down here
Q:: I am not going to de-thatch or aerate. What products do I put down this year to compensate? I heard of the bundle packs. Do you send a program with the purchase? Like when to put down each product. Thanks so much. Liked the sunset btw.😊
The two you’d want are air8 and Dthatch. Run them together 6 ounces per thousand up to 4x annually
Thank you for your time! Much appreciated . Will do.
Great information and thank you for sharing this data!
Thank you Tony. It’s very interesting to see how it all lines out.
I love this data-driven approach. Is it fair to assume that the efficacy of mechanical would be somewhat lower if the ‘lawn sausages’ weren’t removed?
That would be the case if they were allowed to be “trampled” back into the soil.
I am getting a two prong aerator over by the Home Depot later today. Going to be tackling that clay with both Air8 and mechanical aeration. Front and back lawn together is about 3K sq. feet, so not worth renting a machine...I think lol
That sounds like a plan. You’ll be very happy with the combo results
Fantastic series! I took a lot away of this series. One question how long can i store Air8 for?
It’ll store for years
@@Lawncology thank you for your time and replying
@@Lawncology what if it freezes? I left some in my garage and it ended up freezing up some
John, Should I apply Air8 before mechanical aeration or right after when plugs are opened up?
I have a sandy loam soil, CEC has been climbing and sits at 8ish. I don't have standing water. Would my soil benefit from air8. I have been using RGS, microgreen dthatch and Green effect for a couple of years. Also on a side note would it be helpful when doing a reno to help the new seed with root development?
This will be my third season using Air8. How long before my deeper soil will be affected?
Might be already. Most who’ve done continued year over year apps have a noticeable difference
Enjoyed all of that very much!
I have very compact soil will weekly applications of air8 6oz per 1000 help or is it just over kill that frequently.
Good video ! Honest and factual info. I just started using N ext products & RGS AND AIR8 are on my list. I just gave my lawn a punch in the face with some Green Punch & Micro green. I'm not sure how fast a response your grass gets from this but, mine looks greener over night .
I do have a N & K and micro's deficiency
Thank you Richard. That combo can definitely have quick results. It doesn’t surprise me to hear you say that!
How often should you use liquid aeration? Can you completely replace mechanical aeration with liquid aeration? Is this safe to use with reseeding or do you have to wait a certain amount of time?
I would say that many people can eliminate mechanical if all their practices are in line. There will always be a place for mechanical and a place for liquid. Most people will find that the need for mechanical aeration will go down when they use good cultural practices in tandem with your liquid.
John - any adverse effects of putting this down over my residential septic leach field?
Hi John is it safe to apply air8 more than 4 times per season? I have compacted soil causing puddle of water in low area. Should I go 9oz or 6oz per application?
I have the same question. Can you apply it along with humic 12 every month, I have heavy clay soil in Georgia.
1 Keep using Air8,RGS, micro green and green punch 👍🏻
2 Keep using all NXT products!
3 Why can’t my hair look that good on a Sunday morning ?
🤣🤣 love it!
Lol. I didn’t go live because I definitely slept in...
Can you share the published study for us nerds who like to look directly at data?
I’m going to put preliminary data on my blog site.
@@Lawncology Love it! I’m going to run your products for the second time this year, but I like the idea of checking out empirical data. There’s plenty of anecdotal evidence out there, I’m glad that you were able to get verifiable data.
One big reason I use liquid aeration is that I can’t get a aeration machine thru the gate to my backyard. I have some RGS and liquid Aerate arriving Monday. Q: Was there mention the name of the university that participated in the study?
University of Georgia
Now that what I’m talkin about!...and why you soil 👑 John!!...thanks for all of it...Throw er down!!!!👍
Thank you Steve. I really appreciate you hanging out and being a part of it all!
John...the privilege is mine brother...you very welcome!👍👏
Hoping you can help. I live in Fairbanks, Alaska and can’t find a distributor that will ship Air-8. Any ideas or maybe another “comparable” liquid aerating product? Greatly appreciate any help. -David
I have clay soil that is pretty compacted. We have just planted a bunch of new trees and swans to give the best chance to develop a good root system. Would it be ok to use Air 8 relatively heavy around the trees to aerate the soil so the roots can really drive out away from the plant?
I would feed the trees will rgs at the bases and some triple fert if possible. We’ve had great luck as preplant with air8 and RGS being outed into the hole at planting but if you’re in the ground, I’d work on the tree growth itself
@@Lawncology I appreciate the quick reply. Already on that and will continue. Thanks again
Awesome stuff...thanks for sharing!
Great info! I live in Oregon, can I buy N-Ext products anywhere online that ships here? Thanks
I’m in oregon as well. Amazon is the only place I’ve found it
@@ryhi872 thanks, funny I comp shop everything on Amazon but assumed they wouldn’t ship to Oregon either if coming out of Florida. Must be warehoused in another state?
@@ryhi872 I don’t think Amazon will ship either, coming from Yard Mastery as well
2.5 gallons of air 8 and RGS are patiently waiting to be sprayed here shortly
Nice. Get them out. No time like the present!
Goid series and good info. Thanks!!
Great video!
Thank you Gene!!!
50cent per 1K. Is that at 3oz? Air8 is 18cents per ounce(rounded) w 2 2.5 gallon combo.
I’m certain I understated that. I had in my mind rgs when I said that. It’s 2 gallons an acre and not one. I’ll correct it in the description.
@@Lawncology only 1$ per 6 oz per K. Still well worth the price. Just applied it Saturday. 👍
That wonderful top notch clay that they use from top to bottom to cap a landfill to seal it. Well that's my area. Plugging once a year is not cutting it so 2-3 times and some Air-8 and we shall see.
Any idea how this would affect a septic/leaching field?
Not really. It would be worth examining.
Patiently Waiting
Nice job!
How does air8 affect Sandy soil in east central Alabama?
If you have sandy soil, it’s likely not compacted to begin with. The particles of sand are large enough to maintain space
@@Lawncology ty so much from responding . Would humic 12 and RGS help improve my soil and not make the soil around my septic tank hold water?
My SeaK came in yesterday. I can’t wait to spray it in the yard. Has anybody tried it yet?
I’m currently doing 550 homes with it. Great product.
I’ve been using It for 6 months on lawn, plants & trees. I have 4 gardenias that are in the shade and for the first time in 5 yrs they’ve bloomed flowers. I credit the sea-k
Thanks. I’m hoping it helps give me that dark green look. Still trying to decide if I’m going to use Roybi back sprayer or dial in hose sprayer.
Either on will work, but the backpack could be easier since it’s a low volume application
@@Lawncology Thanks John for the reply. One more question for you. Can Sea K be applied with the other NEXT Bio. products such as Humic12 and RGS in a dial in sprayer.
Looking to apply my second round of the bios AKA “Lawn Domination of my neighbors” in the next few days.
Thanks
You are so very welcome
Gcf is some good stuff!
Let's gooo
Mannn didn't realize it says 90 min waiting lol
#lawnsausages
Hahahaha
You can thank Ciaran for that one
ok then
Indeed
@@Lawncology I think so
@@BenjaminT.Minkler it was pretty fun and challenging to comb through it all and keep it simple. I’m looking forward to when I can present this to my peers.
Do you plan on releasing the data or the paper accompanied with the university trials? Would be interested in reading/looking at it