Hand raking will also help remove any excess thatch under the grass
Hand raking will also help remove any excess thatch under the grass, allowing the water to get to the roots. On top of that, it is also good exercise. Insect infestation may also be damaging the roots of the grass and with organic lawn care there are several natural products that can urge the insects to move to greener pastures while allowing the good insects to hang around and offer pollination to other plants.