FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Lawn care and maintenance can be a challenge. Not only do you need to know the basics of plant care, irrigation, mowing, pruning and trimming, weeding, and fertilizing to keep your lawn looking its absolute best, but having a thick and healthy lawn requires consistency with these tasks. While hiring a professional landscape company is often the best way to achieve amazing results when it comes to your lawn care needs, you should still be familiar with some basic Lawn Care knowledge. Don't let those questions keep you from making informed decisions about your Lawn Care – educating yourself can go a long way in ensuring beautiful results you'll enjoy for many years.

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Q: How often should a lawn be mowed?

A: Lawn care and maintenance are essential to keeping your landscape looking its best. To keep your lawn manicured, you'll want to know when to mow it. Generally, when there's considerable rain or your grass has been heavily fertilized, mowing every four days will keep it from getting too long. On the other hand, if the weather is hot and dry, you could safely wait five or six days before mowing again. During winter, your grass will grow slowly, and we may only need to cut your lawn once a month. For an efficient and reliable approach to lawn care maintenance, our mowing services are available on a schedule - just call us at 423-863-4408 or contact us for a free quote!

Q: Why does my lawn require aeration?

A: Lawn care maintenance is essential to ensure your lawn looks lush and green, and one aspect of achieving this can be aeration. Over time, foot traffic, outdoor projects, and weather can compact the soil where your grass is planted, leaving roots without room to grow or air pockets to receive water and essential nutrients from the surface. Additionally, thatch (the layer of organic matter between the grass and the soil) can build up as a barrier between roots and necessary nutrients. Aeration loosens up such soils, improves drainage, prevents thatch buildup, and helps roots get the nourishment they need to stay healthy and strong. Therefore, when considering what to do with your lawn, remember that aerating should be one of your regular lawn care habits. For a FREE estimate, call us at 423-863-4408 or contact us today!

Q: What are the signs that my lawn needs aeration?

A: Aeration may be needed if there are signs of soil compaction in your lawn:

Hard or spongy soil, puddles after rainstorms, thinning grass, or lack of green color can indicate aeration is needed
Brown patches and heavy foot traffic due to kids/pets playing can also indicate a need for aerating the lawn.
Sod laid over compacted soil without mixing is another sign that aeration is necessary for healthy root growth and lush grass.
Taking these signs seriously by addressing them with aeration can help reinvigorate the yard and give it a desirable look.

Call us at 423-863-4408, or complete the form to get a free quote and assessment of your lawn’s needs.

Q: Why would I want to overseed my lawn?

A: Overseeding is an efficient way to revitalize and establish a better-looking lawn. If your grass shows signs of thinning, dullness, or susceptibility to damage from disease or insects, it's time to consider overseeding. When done correctly, overseeding can produce brighter, denser turf in just a few weeks. By planting seed directly into the existing turf, you can fill in bald spots and blend different grass types into one consistent look. Not only will you improve the color of the lawn, but you will also create a thicker base that requires less water and fertilizer and provides more protection from diseases and pests. If your lawn looks tired and worn out, overseeding could be precisely what it needs for a beautiful new look. For a FREE estimate, call us at 423-863-4408 or contact us today!

Q: What is fertilizer?

A: Soil fertility is essential for healthy plant growth, but most people don't know what it really means. Put simply, soil fertility is the quality of soil, which enables it to supply compounds in the amounts and balance necessary for plant growth when other factors such as light, moisture, and temperature are ideal. The unfortunate downside, however, is that many soils aren't naturally fertile enough for plants to grow well. To solve this problem, artificial substances called fertilizers can be added to increase soil fertility and give the required nutrients needed to promote healthy plant growth. Fertilizers may come in several forms, such as inorganic materials like lime, gypsum, or even organic mixtures made from decomposed manure. Ultimately what counts is that the right type of fertilizer and correct amounts are applied at the right time to provide an optimal environment for plants. Contact us today to start fertilizing on schedule and keep improving the quality of your lawn!

Q: How can I control bugs in my yard?

A: You have many options to control backyard pests. Here are some of the options that we can provide:

Keeping your lawn mowed and well-maintained reduces the pests that will make their home there.
Certified technicians will discuss customer concerns and the history of their lawn before determining the right plan for them.
Install insect-repelling plants in your landscape.
Spraying your yard with an insecticide ahead of the prime season can be an effective preventative measure.

Q: Why does pH matter when it comes to my lawn?

A: Keeping your soil's pH within the preferred range is key for a lush and healthy lawn. Too high or too low of a level can mean that grass won't grow well and unsightly weeds may begin to sprout up, indicating an imbalance in acidity and alkalinity levels which are essential for plants to absorb nutrients from their environment. Ensure your yard has its ideal pH so you can enjoy gorgeous greenery year after year! Call us to schedule an appointment today!

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Q: Does fertilizer get rid of weeds?