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Spring Treatments

Dethatching

Professional dethatching service in Elmira, Woolwich, and Waterloo Region to remove thatch buildup and promote healthy grass growth.

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Removes built-up thatch to improve water, nutrient, and air penetration, promoting a healthier, greener lawn.

Best done in early spring when the grass begins actively growing, but before the peak growth period.

Core Aeration

Core aeration service in Elmira, Woolwich, and Waterloo Region to reduce soil compaction and improve root development for a stronger lawn

Benefits

Relieves soil compaction, enhances root growth, and increases nutrient absorption for a stronger, healthier lawn.

Timing

​Perform in late-spring & early fall when the soil is dry, and grass growth is just starting to pick up.

Overseeding

Overseeding lawn in Elmira, Woolwich, and Waterloo Region to fill in bare spots and create thicker, healthier turf

Benefits

Fills in bare spots and thickens your lawn with fresh, resilient grass growth for a lush appearance.

Timing

Ideal in mid spring when soil temperatures are consistently warm, and there’s plenty of moisture for seed germination.

Topdressing

Topdressing service in Elmira, Woolwich, and Waterloo Region to improve soil quality and boost lawn growth with nutrient-rich compost.

Benefits

Adds a layer of nutrient-rich soil to improve soil quality, drainage, and root development while evening out the lawn surface.

Timing

Apply in mid-spring after aeration or overseeding to support new growth and improve soil conditions.

Crabgrass Preventer

Applying crabgrass preventer in Elmira, Woolwich, and Waterloo Region to stop invasive weeds and maintain a lush, green lawn.

Benefits

Creates a protective barrier to stop weeds before they start, ensuring a weed-free and vibrant lawn throughout the season.

Timing

Apply pre-emergent herbicide in early spring when soil temperatures reach about 10°C (50°F) to prevent weed seeds from germinating.

Spring Fertilization

Spring fertilization in Elmira, Woolwich, and Waterloo Region to provide essential nutrients for vibrant, healthy grass

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Provides essential nutrients to jumpstart grass growth and recovery from winter dormancy, promoting a thick and vibrant lawn.

Timing

Apply in early to mid-spring to provide essential nutrients for early growth and recovery from winter stress

Soil Conditioning

Soil conditioning in Elmira, Woolwich, and Waterloo Region to enhance soil structure, water retention, and lawn resilience.

Timing

Improves soil structure, enhances water retention, and promotes root development by breaking up compacted soil and increasing microbial activity

Best applied in early to mid-spring when the soil is thawed and grass begins its active growth, allowing roots to benefit from improved soil conditions.

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Optimize Soil pH

Adjusting soil pH in Elmira, Woolwich, and Waterloo Region to balance nutrients and support optimal grass growth.

Balances soil acidity to enhance nutrient availability and create ideal growing conditions for healthy, vibrant grass.

Apply in early spring after our soil test confirms pH levels, giving the lawn time to absorb and benefit from the adjustment.

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Grub Preventer

Applying grub preventer in Elmira, Woolwich, and Waterloo Region to protect lawns from root damage caused by grubs.

Prevents lawn damage by stopping grubs from developing and feeding on grass roots.

Apply preventive treatments in mid to late spring to stop grubs from hatching and damaging the lawn.

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Broadleaf Weed Control

Broadleaf weed control in Elmira, Woolwich, and Waterloo Region to eliminate dandelions and other invasive weeds for a weed-free lawn.

Eliminates existing weeds to keep the lawn weed-free and allow grass to thrive without competition.

Apply spot treatments as needed in mid to late spring to address any existing weeds that slipped past pre-emergent control.

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