Lawn Care
Effective Weed Control, Irrigation Monitoring and Other Lawn Maintenance Services
Shady Oak Lawn and Landscape Management offers comprehensive property and lawn care maintenance programs that can be customized to meet your specific needs. Whether it's weed control, irrigation repair, or any other lawn service, you can trust us to provide you with high-quality results.
Our basic lawn service programs include the following tasks:
- Mowing
- Edging
- Trimming
- Leaf and Debris Blowing
- Spraying of Weed Preventative
Professional Lawn care is important for several reasons, encompassing both aesthetic and environmental considerations. Maintaining a healthy and well-kept lawn through regular landscape management, lawn maintenance, and tree and shrub trimming, contributes to the overall well-being of your property and the surrounding ecosystem. Here are some reasons why lawn care by a professional landscaper is essential and what it typically includes:
Curb Appeal: A lawn that is well-maintained by our professional landscapers, when combined with regular irrigation repair, landscaping adjustments and maintenance, pressure washing of pavements and walkways, and other property maintenance such as fencing and hardscape repairs and maintenance, all enhance the visual appeal of your property. A lush, professionally maintained, green lawn is often considered a symbol of a well-cared-for home, which can positively influence the overall aesthetic value and curb appeal of your property.
Property Value: A manicured lawn can increase the market value of your property. Prospective buyers are typically attracted to homes with beautiful, healthy lawns, and a cared-for landscape can make a positive first impression.
Environmental Benefits: A healthy lawn contributes to the environment by absorbing carbon dioxide, releasing oxygen, and filtering pollutants from the air and rainwater. Grass and other plants in your lawn act as natural filters, helping to improve air and water quality.
Soil Health: Regular lawn care practices, such as aerating and fertilizing, promote soil health. Healthy soil supports strong root systems, allowing grass and plants to thrive. This, in turn, helps prevent soil erosion and compaction.
Prevents Weeds and Pests: Regular mowing and proper lawn care practices help prevent the growth of weeds. Additionally, a well-maintained lawn is less susceptible to pests and diseases, reducing the need for pesticides and herbicides.
Recreational Space: Lawns provide a safe and comfortable area for outdoor activities and recreation. Whether it's playing sports, having a picnic, or simply enjoying the outdoors, a well-kept lawn offers a versatile space for various activities.
Cooling Effect: Lawns can have a cooling effect on the surrounding area. The transpiration process, where plants release moisture into the air, helps cool the environment, especially in urban areas where temperatures can be higher due to concrete and asphalt.
By incorporating our professional lawn care practices into a regular lawn care maintenance routine, homeowners can enjoy a vibrant, healthy lawn while contributing to the overall well-being of their property and the environment.
Fertilization and Weed Control
To provide nourishment and strengthen the turf against disease and weeds, fertilization is accomplished in four applications. Professional-grade, slow-release fertilizer is applied to the turf in the following months:
- March
- July
- October
Irrigation Repair and Maintenance
This includes sprinkler system inspections. While this service can be done any time, we recommend a maintenance period of every 3-4 months. This consists of checking each station, straightening and cleaning the nozzles, and diagnosing the troubled parts of the system.
Shrub and Bed Maintenance
This service includes trimming and pruning your shrubs and ornamentals to maintain their beautiful shape. We'll take into consideration the design intent of the actual plant material. In addition, cultivation and weed prevention will be done to all bedding areas to maintain a well-groomed appearance.
Turf Pre-and Post-Emergent
The pre-and post-emergent applications are accomplished in three rounds. These applications are applied in the months of January, March, and November. The pre-emergent applications are applied for control and prevention of early germination of most grassy and broadleaf weeds. The post emergent applications are applied to eliminate any existing broadleaf weeds.
Grub Control
This treatment prevents grubs from damaging your yard. We recommend applying grub control products early in the summer, around May.
Turf Applications
This service can be done any time. However, we recommended it in April and July to help control unwanted insects, such as:
- Fleas
- Fire Ants
- Chiggers
- Cinch Bugs
General Clean-up
This is a combination of all the services we offer. Our most popular clean-ups occur in fall and spring. Get your lawn or garden back into shape by choosing from a combination that fits your needs.
