Your soil might be acting like a stubborn sponge. Clay-heavy soils hold water like a grudges, while sandy soils let it flow through like a relaxed conversation. The fix? Organic matter is the life coach your lawn needs.
Mix in a two-inch layer of compost or well-rotted manure across the lawn each spring. This improves soil structure, encouraging water to percolate down rather than pool on top. It’s like giving your lawn a better digestive system.
Did you know that earthworms are your secret weapon? They naturally aerate soil and create drainage tunnels. Avoid chemical fertilizers that kill them, and instead, feed your worm population with organic mulch. They’ll repay you with a lawn that drains like a sieve.
Fun Fact: The World’s Wettest Lawn
New Zealand’s Mount Waialeale gets over 11 meters of rain annually. Imagine the drainage bill! Luckily, your backyard isn’t competing for a world record. A few inches of standing water is a small problem compared to nature’s extremes.
