Our basic program is not so basic
The Pine Valley lawn care program provides the essential ingredients to a healthy lawn. We provide seven fertilizations, seven post emergent weed sprays, one ground feeding insect treatment, one Brown Patch treatment, Core aeration, seeding, and penn mulch. We even spot seed in October and December.
Why does our program include so many steps? Because these are the steps required as a minimum to a healthy lawn in our area. You may need a few other treatments depending on your lawn and soil conditions.
All lawns are not the same. Even on the same street there are many environmental conditions that may cause your lawn to require treatments that your neighbors do not. It is our philosophy to inform you about those conditions, offer programs and or services to correct the problem.
Call us today for your free lawn analysis and see what a difference Pine Valley can make in your lawn.
Lawn care tips
One important element in growing a successful lawn involves mowing. Whether we mow your lawn or you mow your own lawn, it's important to follow a few basic rules. Mow grass to the proper height with a sharp mower blade. Never cut off more than one third of the blade when mowing. Grass needs as much surface area as possible to sustain itself. Removing too much of the leaf stresses the grass plant and might cause it to turn yellow. In severe cases, it can actually cause the area to die.
Grass recycling makes a difference
When possible, grass recycle your lawn clippings. Grass clippings contain many nutrients that go directly into your soil, improving nutrient levels and also improves microbe activity that benefits your soil and lawn. Plus, grass clippings don't have to be hauled off to a landfill. Remember to only cut off 1/3 of the blade at one time, and your grass clippings will naturally decompose in a short period of time.
Keep your mower blade sharp for optimum growth and appearance
You also want to keep your mower's blade sharp, which means having it sharpened several times during the mowing season. Keep several blades around so you'll always have a sharp one on hand.
A dull blade doesn't cut the grass, but literally rips it apart, creating an entry point for many common lawn diseases.
