OrganicLawn Fertilization
Fertilization
We use only low-impact fertilizers that contain slow-release nitrogen, phosphorous, potassium and various micronutrients. These fertilizers support sustainable, year-round growth and vitality. The goals and beliefs with organic products are to truly improve the overall health of the turf without artificial “greening” methods.
Insect Control
Even healthy lawns are vulnerable to attack by unwanted pests, including chinch bugs, ants and army worms. If we discover an infestation on your turf, we identify the culprit and use “least-toxic” mitigation techniques consistent with the tenets of Integrated Pest Management. If a control product is necessary, we only apply it to the affected area and a small buffer band to prevent the pest’s spread.
Weed Control
We take a similarly low-impact approach to controlling weed growth. The first line of defense is dense, healthy turf grass. If weeds do begin to sprout on your lawn, we use gentle controls and other measures to prevent their spread. However, when using low-impact methods, some stubborn weeds are still possible.
Disease Control
As fall progresses, increasingly cool, damp weather creates favorable conditions for certain fungal diseases, including take-all, grey leaf spot and brown patch. Since these diseases can be tricky and expensive to treat, we monitor your lawn at regular intervals and immediately notify you of a potential problems while beginning treatment.
Treatment Options
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Essential Treatment ProgramChem-free’s Essential program is designed for a homeowner that wants a little help with the health of their turf & grass, but is prepared to also do work in the yard themselves to help with health & appearance. The Essential program includes:Application- Application of granular or liquid fertilizer 6X per year. These applications are designed to help with the overall health of the turf and provide a steady flow of nutrients which are seasonally appropriate.
- Application of Pre-emergent weed control 2X per year in Jan/Feb and Aug/Sep. Pre- and Post-emergent weed control is applied to Bermuda lawns only. St. Augustine and Zoysia lawns receive spot treatment for weed control as needed.
- Application of Post-emergent weed spot treatment on every visit as needed. This is treatment for weeds which the technician observes in the course of their visit.
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Premiere Treatment ProgramChem-free’s Premier program is designed for a homeowner that wants a turn-key solution for the health & appearance of their turf & grass. The Premier program provides fertilization, weed control and insect & disease coverage.Applications- Application of granular or liquid fertilizer 12X per year. These applications are designed to help with the overall health of the turf and provide a steady flow of nutrients which are seasonally appropriate, all year long.
- Application of Pre-emergent weed control 2X per year in Jan/Feb and Aug/Sep. Pre- and Post-emergent weed control is applied to Bermuda lawns only. St. Augustine and Zoysia lawns receive spot treatment for weed control as needed.
- Application of Post-emergent weed spot treatment on every visit as needed. This is treatment for weeds which the technician observes in the course of their visit.
Additional Items Covered- Disease Control Brown Patch, Grey Leaf Spot
- Disease Management Take-All Patch
- Surface Insect Control Chinch Bugs, Army Worms, etc.
- Grub Control March/April preventative application is ideal. Treatment can be applied as Grubs are active.
- Fire Ant Control 1X Application of a high-grade Fire Ant killer. Coverage lasts for full year. Additional spot treatments included if needed.
FAQs
Chem-free’s Essential program is designed for a homeowner that wants a little help with the health of their turf & grass, but is prepared to also do work in the yard themselves to help with health & appearance. The Essential program includes:
- Application of granular or liquid fertilizer 6X per year. These applications are designed to help with the overall health of the turf and provide a steady flow of nutrients which are seasonally appropriate.
- Application of Pre-emergent weed control 2X per year in Jan/Feb and Aug/Sep. Pre- and Post-emergent weed control is applied to Bermuda lawns only. St. Augustine and Zoysia lawns receive spot treatment for weed control as needed.
- Application of Post-emergent weed spot treatment on every visit as needed. This is treatment for weeds which the technician observes in the course of their visit.
Chem-free’s Premier program is designed for a homeowner that wants a turn-key solution for the health & appearance of their turf & grass. The Premier program provides fertilization, weed control and insect & disease coverage.
- Application of granular or liquid fertilizer 12X per year. These applications are designed to help with the overall health of the turf and provide a steady flow of nutrients which are seasonally appropriate, all year long.
- Application of Pre-emergent weed control 2X per year in Jan/Feb and Aug/Sep. Pre- and Post-emergent weed control is applied to Bermuda lawns only. St. Augustine and Zoysia lawns receive spot treatment for weed control as needed.
- Application of Post-emergent weed spot treatment on every visit as needed. This is treatment for weeds which the technician observes in the course of their visit.
Items covered as part of the Premier program:
DISEASE CONTROL
Brown Patch
Grey Leaf Spot
DISEASE MANAGEMENT
Take-All Patch
SURFACE INSECT CONTROL
Chinch Bugs, Army Worms, etc.
GRUB CONTROL
March/April preventative application is ideal. Treatment can be applied as Grubs are active.
FIRE ANT CONTROL
1X Application of a high-grade Fire Ant killer. Coverage lasts for full year. Additional spot treatments included if needed.