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Treatments Schedule and Info

Use this guide to follow your service schedule for the season.
Each section lists treatment windows and full service details. You’ll also find which packages each service is included in at the bottom of every section.

 

🟢 LAWN TREATMENT ROUND 1 

📅 Dates: 4/1–4/21 (Alt. 4/22–5/15)

  • 90-day controlled Release, Custom Blended Fertilizer, with guaranteed analysis

  • Pre-emergent prevention and early post-emergent control of crabgrass

  • Season-long control of crabgrass, goosegrass, foxtail, spurge and bluegrass annual (Poa annua).

  • Season Long Grub Control

  • Suppression of Chinch Bugs

  • Control of Billbugs, Caterpillars, ants, European crane fly, annual bluegrass weevils, spittle bugs, and Japanese beetles

Included in: Rooted Basics, Vital Roots, Lush Guard, Barefoot Luxury, Showstopper


🟢 LAWN TREATMENT ROUND 2 

📅 Dates: 5/1–5/21 (Alt. 5/22–6/15)

  • Pre-emergent prevention and early post-emergent control of crabgrass.

  • Another round of season-long control of crabgrass, goosegrass, foxtail, spurge and bluegrass annual (Poa annua).

  • 90-Day Flea and Tick Suppression (Also controls Ants, Chinch bugs and 80+ other insects)
  • Full Spectrum Broadleaf Weed Control of tough-to-control species like ground ivy, wild violet, clover, docks, knotweed, Lespedeza, old world diamond flower, poison ivy, poison oak, puncturevine, purslane, Virginia buttonweed, wild onion, wild garlic and more

Included in: Rooted Basics, Vital Roots, Lush Guard, Barefoot Luxury, Showstopper


🟢 LAWN TREATMENT ROUND 3 

📅 Dates: 6/16–7/6 (Alt. 7/7–7/27)

  • 30-day slow Release Fertilizer will help promote healthy, dense turf during the growing season

  • Post emergent Crabgrass Control (Spot Treat)

  • Nutsedge Control (Spot Treat)

  • Broadleaf weed control (Spot Treat)

  • Organic Foliar and Soil Additive: Aids in micronutrient uptake and increases water retention

  • Amino Iron designed for foliar applications to prevent or correct micronutrient deficiencies

  • Broad Spectrum and Systemic protection against the most damaging and common plant diseases/fungus

Included in: Rooted Basics, Vital Roots, Lush Guard, Barefoot Luxury, Showstopper


🟢 LAWN TREATMENT ROUND 4 

📅 Dates: 7/28–8/17 (Alt. 8/18–9/7)

  • 90-day controlled Release, Custom Blended Fertilizer, with guaranteed analysis

  • Lime for pH balance

  • Post emergent Crabgrass Control (Spot Treat)

  • Nutsedge Control (Spot Treat)

  • Broadleaf weed control (Spot Treat)

Included in: Rooted Basics, Vital Roots, Lush Guard, Barefoot Luxury, Showstopper


🟢 LAWN TREATMENT ROUND 5 

📅 Dates: 9/8–9/29 (Alt. 9/30–10/19)

  • Full Spectrum Broadleaf weed control of tough-to-control species like ground ivy, wild violet, clover, docks, knotweed, Lespedeza, old world diamond flower, poison ivy, poison oak, puncturevine, purslane, Virginia buttonweed, wild onion, wild garlic and more

  • 90-Day Flea and Tick Suppression (Also controls Ants, Chinch bugs and 80+ other insects)

Included in: Rooted Basics, Vital Roots, Lush Guard, Barefoot Luxury, Showstopper


🟢 LAWN TREATMENT ROUND 6 

📅 Dates: 10/20–11/9 (Alt. 11/10–11/30)

  • 30-day slow Release Fertilizer will help promote healthy, dense turf and maintain nutrient levels into next spring

  • Super extended pre-emergent control of grass and broadleaf weeds such as Barnyard grass, Chickweed, Crabgrass (large & smooth), Foxtails, Goosegrass, Pigweed, Spurge, Witchgrass and more

  • Full Spectrum post-emergence weed control effective in late fall, designed to perform in cold weather and also preventing dandelion bloom and controlling other spring weeds before they’re ever seen

Included in: Rooted Basics, Vital Roots, Lush Guard, Barefoot Luxury, Showstopper


🔬 SOIL ANALYSIS 

  • LET’S FIND OUT WHAT NUTRIENTS YOUR LAWN REALLY NEEDS!

  • Determine levels of PH, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potash, etc.

  • Designed to help maintain and increase fertility over time

  • This test will let us know if your lawn needs something more in the meantime to stabilize levels quickly

Included in: Vital Roots, Lush Guard, Barefoot Luxury, Showstopper


🕳️ CORE AERATION (FALL) 

  • Extracting plugs of soil from turf areas

  • Creating pores by which moisture and plant nutrients can be taken into the soil

  • Preventing soil compaction

  • Controlling thatch

Included in: Vital Roots, Lush Guard, Barefoot Luxury, Showstopper


🔍 MID-SEASON LAWN AUDIT 

  • Visit from a Turf Manager to perform an audit and report their findings on the state of the lawn

  • Pull multiple core samples @ 6″ depth

  • Look for underperforming areas of the lawn and come up with a plan to address

  • Check for lawn disease and insect/rodent infestation

Included in: Lush Guard, Barefoot Luxury, Showstopper


🧬 MAY DISEASE CONTROL 

  • Spring Disease Control/Suppression

  • Made from top-grade ingredients for reliable use

  • Ensures exceptional control for Red Thread, brown patches, rust, and other diseases

  • Suitable for use on turfs, sports fields, residential lawns, and commercial properties

Included in: Lush Guard, Barefoot Luxury, Showstopper


🧬 JULY DISEASE CONTROL

  • Late Summer Disease Control/Suppression

  • Made from top-grade ingredients for reliable use

  • Ensures exceptional control for dollar spots, brown patches, rust, and other diseases

  • Suitable for use on turfs, sports fields, residential lawns, and commercial properties

Included in: Lush Guard, Barefoot Luxury, Showstopper


🦟 NATURAL MOSQUITO FOG w/ TICK CONTROL 

  • Application duration = Every 21 days

  • All-natural ingredients with proven efficacy on mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, ants, roaches, no-see-ums, chiggers, spiders, mites, whitefly, aphids, plus many more insects

  • Pheromone interrupter, deterrent, repellent

  • Pet, Human and pollinator friendly once dry

Included in: Barefoot Luxury, Showstopper


🌼 BED TREATMENT SCHEDULE 🌼


🌸 BED TREATMENT ROUND 1 

📅 Dates: 4/1–4/21 (Alt. Dates 4/22–5/15)

  • Full Spectrum Broadleaf Weed (dandelion, clover, violets, ivy etc.) and Grassy Weed (annual blue grass, barnyard grass, crabgrass etc.) Pre-Emergent control

  • Prevents broadleaf and grassy weeds from germinating

  • Complete bed coverage

  • 6-month Pre-emergent Suppression

Included in: Showstopper


🌸 BED TREATMENT ROUND 2 

📅 Dates: 5/1–5/21 (Alt. Dates 5/22–6/11)

  • Controlled Release Fertilizer

  • Complete fertilization for shrubs and ornamental trees

  • Increase root growth

  • Increase in leaf color

  • Fuller blossoms

Included in: Showstopper


🌸 BED TREATMENT ROUND 3 

📅 Dates: 6/1–6/21 (Alt. Dates 6/22–7/13)

  • Broadleaf and grassy weed control

  • Selective and Non-Selective herbicide application as needed

  • Control of any broadleaf weeds, grassy weeds or sedges that have broken through

  • Non-selective herbicide application to eliminate grass moving into the bed from the lawn

Included in: Bed Head and Showstopper


🌸 BED TREATMENT ROUND 4 

📅 Dates: 7/1–7/21 (Alt. Dates 7/22–8/11)

  • Broadleaf and grassy weed control

  • Selective and Non-Selective herbicide application as needed

  • Control of any broadleaf weeds, grassy weeds or sedges that have broken through

  • Non-selective herbicide application to eliminate grass moving into the bed from the lawn

Included in: Showstopper


🌸 BED TREATMENT ROUND 5 

📅 Dates: 8/1–8/21 (Alt. Dates 8/22–9/10)

  • Broadleaf and grassy weed control

  • Selective and Non-Selective herbicide application as needed

  • Control of any broadleaf weeds, grassy weeds or sedges that have broken through

  • Non-selective herbicide application to eliminate grass moving into the bed from the lawn

Included in: Showstopper


🌸 BED TREATMENT ROUND 6 

📅 Dates: 9/1–9/21 (Alt. Dates 9/22–10/12)

  • Controlled Release Fertilizer

  • Complete fertilization for shrubs and ornamental trees

  • Increase root growth

  • Increase in leaf color

  • Fuller blossoms

Included in: Showstopper


🌸 BED TREATMENT ROUND 7 

📅 Dates: 10/1–10/21 (Alt. Dates 10/22–11/11)

  • Full Spectrum Broadleaf Weed (dandelion, clover, violets, ivy etc.) and Grassy Weed (annual blue grass, barnyard grass, crabgrass etc.) Pre-Emergent control

  • Prevents broadleaf and grassy weeds from germinating

  • Complete bed coverage

  • 6-month Pre-emergent Suppression

Included in: Showstopper

Rajesh P
2 weeks ago
Amazing work and service.
Response from the owner:Thanks a ton, Rajesh! We're thrilled to hear you loved the work and service. Your feedback means the world to us and keeps our team motivated. Looking forward to many more lush, healthy lawns together!

Take care,
Blaire
Michael LaPorte
2 weeks ago
Maekyla Was great . We will have the best grass in Hagaman ,NY
Alex D was great
Response from the owner:Thanks, Michael! Thrilled to hear Maekyla knocked it out of the park. Your lawn in Hagaman is in great hands, and it's about to get even better. Here’s to the best grass in the neighborhood! 🌱

Blaire
jeff pfeil
2 weeks ago
Response from the owner:Thanks for the 5-star shoutout, Jeff! We're thrilled you're happy with Groundhogs Lawn Care. Your support keeps us motivated to deliver top-notch service every day. Keep enjoying your vibrant, green lawn!

Blaire
Cheryl Smith
2 weeks ago
Alex M (Rotterdam NY) did a great job explaining to me what needs to be done to get my lawn healthy. He gave some advice to change the time of when the sprinklers should come on the duration of each zone.
Response from the owner:Hey Cheryl!

Thanks for the awesome review! I'm really glad to hear Alex M did such a fantastic job explaining everything to you about getting your lawn healthy. Our team takes pride in ensuring you have all the info you need, and it sounds like Alex hit it out of the park with those sprinkler tips. Cheers to a lush, green lawn coming your way!

Blaire 🌿
Stephen Warner
2 weeks ago
Alex M was the technician who provided the service on my Schenectady NY location today. He was efficient and stopped his application to answer my questions regarding the procedure.
Response from the owner:Hey Stephen!

Thanks a bunch for the awesome review! It's great to hear that Alex M was efficient and took the time to answer your questions. Our team is always here to ensure you feel informed and satisfied with the service. Your lawn’s well-being is our top priority, and it’s customers like you that make our job rewarding!

If you ever need anything else, don’t hesitate to reach out. Cheers to a thriving lawn!

– Blaire
Brett Ludwig
3 weeks ago
Alex M. performed lawn care service in Saratoga Springs, NY. Applications took place early morning and Alex was efficient and quiet.
Response from the owner:Hey Brett!

Thanks a bunch for the glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that Alex M. made such a positive impression while taking care of your lawn in Saratoga Springs. Efficient and quiet—sounds like he nailed it! We're all about exceeding expectations, and it's feedback like yours that keeps us going.

Looking forward to keeping that lawn in perfect shape. If you ever need anything else, you know where to find us!

Take care,
Blaire
Craig Cooper
3 weeks ago
As always, we had yet another pleasant experience that reflects well on your business. I chatted briefly with Alex D., and he was polite and accommodating. I tried to be brief so he could get on with his work. It's always a pleasure.
Response from the owner:Hey Craig!

Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us and leaving a 5-star review. We're thrilled that Alex D. made such a positive impression. He's truly awesome, and we're lucky to have him on the Groundhogs Lawn Care team. We always strive to make your experience delightful and accommodating, so it’s wonderful to hear we hit the mark. Looking forward to keeping your lawn vibrant and healthy!

Cheers,
Blaire 🌿
Paulla Lake
3 weeks ago
Response from the owner:Hey Paulla,

Thanks a million for the 5-star love! We're thrilled to hear you're happy with our service. Your support encourages us to keep up our mission of delivering beautiful, lush lawns. We’re pumped to have you on board with our Lawn Care Packages that make all the difference!

If there’s ever anything more we can do, just give us a shout.

Cheers,
Blaire
Michele Brown
3 weeks ago
I am a new customer and found Maekyla to be excellent with the lawn treatment I've had so far. Thank you for the attention my lawn is needing!
Response from the owner:Thank you very much for your kind words and your patronage. We look forward to working with you more in the future.
Frank Zadlo
4 weeks ago
Agent was Alex- great service.
Response from the owner:Thanks for the shout-out, Frank! We're thrilled to hear that Alex provided you with great service. It's fantastic customers like you that make our day. If there's ever anything more we can do for you or your lawn, just let us know. Keep enjoying that beautiful yard!

Blaire

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