shallow solid tine
punches holes into turf, creates temporary benefit. does not remove organic matter, minimal surface disruption, temporary relief of thatch
hollow tine
removes core from the ground, improves oxygen flow to rootzone, removes organic matter from the surface, prepares for topdressing
deep tine
deep aggressive penetration of soil, up to 23cm (9”) deep, improving drainage
shatter tine
shatters and cracks compacted soil, allows more oxygen to rootzone
surface spiker
roller with spikes that poke holes or cut grooves in surface. temp relief in and around crown and apical region of plant