Grass strip maintenance in orchards and vineyards
A good grass strip is essential for healthy soil, good trafficability and continuity in the work. Its quality and carrying capacity depend on soil structure, moisture and nutrition. Intensive use and ever heavier machinery compact the soil, which hinders drainage and root growth.
Restore and improve the grass strip
PERFECT – Van Wamel offers a complete range of solutions to restore, improve or maintain turf quality:
- Aerating and subsoiling: remove soil compaction and improve drainage, rooting and oxygen content, so the grass absorbs nutrients better.
- Overseeding: rejuvenates and strengthens the turf and pushes back poor grasses and weeds.
- The result: a stronger turf, better trafficability and a stable base season after season.
Machines for grass strip maintenance
- GB: aerator for orchards and vineyards.
- Grass Profi: overseeder for orchards and vineyards.
- WBG 2: grassland subsoiler.
- Skyros Vario: disc harrow.
Frequently asked questions about grass strip maintenance
What does grass strip maintenance involve?
It means restoring, improving and maintaining the turf between the rows, so the balance between soil, moisture and nutrition stays right and the strip keeps its carrying capacity.
Why does the grass strip deteriorate?
Soil compaction from intensive use and heavy machinery hinders drainage and root growth. When soil structure, moisture or nutrition falls short, turf quality drops quickly.
When should I overseed a grass strip?
Overseeding works best when the soil is moist and warm enough for germination, typically in spring or after summer. Combine it with aerating for the best result.
Which machines does PERFECT offer?
The GB aerator, Grass Profi overseeder, WBG 2 subsoiler and Skyros Vario disc harrow.