5 Things to Look for in a Lawn Care Company

March 9, 2021 by gmg

When looking for a new lawn care company, there are lots of things to consider. All lawn care companies are not created equal. Anyone can mow a lawn or pull weeds, but a real professional is willing to customize lawn care and cater to your needs. With so many lawn care companies out there, it might seem overwhelming to choose your best fit. These are 5 things to look for in a lawn care company in Winder, GA.

Services

Before seeking out a lawn care company, consider what services you are actually looking for. Different companies might specialize in different areas. Do your research, and find a company that excels in the specific services you need.

Equipment

Your yard is sacred, so the equipment being used on it should measure up. You need to choose a lawn care company that maintains and takes good care of their equipment. Sharp blades are crucial to a healthy lawn. When looking for a company, make sure to ask how often they are sharpening their blades.

Packages and Pricing

Get a quote! Many lawn care companies will try to give you a rate without even seeing your lawn first. Ask the companies you are considering if they have any service call fees or if they have any discounts you can take advantage of!

Employees

Trusting your property with someone new is a big deal. You need to have the confidence that the employees of a company know what they are doing, and will be able to cater to your needs. Employees should have some background and knowledge about lawn care and the machinery they are using. Don’t be afraid to ask what relevant qualifications the employees have.

Customer Service Ratings

The best recommendation you can get is one from people who have already worked with a company. Make sure to do some research on the lawn care companies you are considering, and see what people have to say about them! Have a look at what a Winder lawn care customer had to say about Legacy Lawn Care:

“I have had them since 2009, and love how my lawn has been since then. Definitely love dealing with a locally owned business to where there is something going on, I can talk to the main decision makers, and not be a customer # going into a call center.”

Ryan O., Winder GA

If you’re looking for a Lawn Care Company in Winder, GA, give us a call today!

Mow Down Unwanted Weeds with Winter Weed Control

February 27, 2021 by gmg

Do you want to keep your lawn looking its best throughout the winter months? Even in the winter, weeds are still a concern for many homeowners. These hardy pests can cause a lot of stress this time of year because they’re so hard to get rid of. Thankfully, Legacy Lawn Care has the weed control services you need to make sure your lawn is weed-free this winter.

Spot spray broadleaf weeds.
Broadleaf weeds are a common problem in lawns during the winter months. Weeds like dandelions, thistles and chickweed are likely to show up in the garden.The best time to spot treat broadleaf weeds is after the first frost. You can treat the weeds with a spot treatment, but keep in mind that you shouldn’t mix broadleaf weed killers with other weed killers.

Use mulch in your flower beds.
Mulch is a great way to prevent weeds from popping up in your flower beds. Mulch is organic material that can be used in gardens to cover the ground. Any type of mulch will work, as long as it’s a porous material that will allow water to pass through and keep the soil moist. In addition to preventing weeds from sprouting up, mulch also keeps your flowers looking fresher longer. This is because it provides a layer of protection between the soil and the sun. Mulch can also help reduce moisture levels in the soil which in turn, will prevent the emergence of weeds.

Use pre-emergent weed control to stop weeds before they start.
In the winter it’s a good idea to put down pre-emergent weed control if you have any concerns about weeds developing in your lawn. Weed killers that are pre-emergent will kill the weeds before they have a chance to spread their seeds. If you wait until the weeds have grown and established, you are fighting an uphill battle.

With winter weed control, your lawn will look healthy and green all year long. Legacy Lawn Care can help you with winter weed control to keep your lawn looking great all year long.

Are these Georgia weeds ruining your lawn?

February 19, 2021 by gmg

Weed control service may be your answer.

No matter what you do, weeds always seem to grow back, sometimes even stronger than before. They can quickly take over and turn your beautiful lawn into a weed-filled nightmare. Making weed control a priority can help reverse damage that weeds have caused your lawn and help prevent them from spreading.

Crabgrass

Crabgrass emerges in warm weather and can have long-lasting damaging effects. A single crabgrass plant can produce up to 150,000 seeds. Those seeds then germinate and start the harmful cycle all over again leaving you with a yard full of weeds.

Annual Bluegrass / Poa

One of the most common weeds, Annual Bluegrass, can be a major problem in lawns and is a constant hassle for those maintaining their precious lawn. It’s bright green color stands out like a sore thumb in your beautiful lawn. Though it might be hard to control the current Annual Bluegrass, preventative measures can be taken to prevent future growth.

Dandelions

Dandelions might bring a pop of color, but if you don’t desire having them in your yard or garden, they can be a pain to get rid of. Dandelions are a simple perennial and grow through the spread of seeds. Their roots can grow up to two feet long and can hide under the surface even after they have broken off causing constant growth.

As much as you might try to follow all of the right protocol and steps to keep weeds out, you might need to to recruit an expert. Thankfully, Legacy Lawn Care specializes in lawn care in and around Winder, GA and knows exactly how to help. Legacy offers a specific Georgia weed control service that is catered specifically to your lawn. Allow us to handle your yard and set it up for the approaching summer.

3 Tips for Winter Weed Control

February 9, 2021 by gmg

In the wintertime, just like many things, your lawn may go dormant. This is why many believe that there is little to be done as far as lawn care once winter strikes, especially if you live in a colder region where snow and ice cover your lawn. However, these steps for winter weed control will ensure that come Spring, your yard is ready!

Before you should even think about winter weed control, make sure to treat your lawn before the very first frost in the fall. Aeration is a process that allows water and nutrients to get to the roots of your lawn, preventing the cause of weeds, improper nutrients. This is an essential first step because it provides your lawn with the right care before it is classified as “dormant.” When to aerate depends on the type of grass you have and your geographic area. Aeration generally should occur during your lawn’s best growth period. In Georgia, that is usually spring or summer.
Another tip for having the best winter lawn is removing all of the leaf piles that were collected during the fall. These piles can become too moist and trap nutrients from going to the right places in your yard. This is basically a cause of suffocation and can cancel out any other work that you do on your lawn and allow weeds to gross in infertile soil.
Even though your grass may be dormant, winter weeds like crabgrass and broadleaf weeds can continue to grow. These pesky weeds grow slower during winter months then spread quickly as the weather warms up, often utilizing the water and minerals your lawn needs to be at its best. The most effective plan of attack is to apply winter weed control treatments to prevent them from growing.

Even in the winter, weed control and proper lawn care are important to make sure your lawn will be ready come spring. Contact Legacy Lawn Care today to schedule a service!

The Do’s and Don’ts of Summer Lawn Care

April 13, 2017 by gmg

green grass Summer is quickly approaching and Legacy Group wants to make sure your lawn looks perfect this summer. Below you’ll find a brief overview of the do’s and don’ts of lawn care.

DO:

Do Rake debris left on the lawn from winter. – This lifts the grass, clearing it of any sun-blocking leaves preparing it to grow.
Do water your lawn. – A common summer lawn care maintenance pitfall is inadequate watering. You may have been watering your lawn like normal during summers in the past, but was it enough? The evaporation that occurs because of the heat means less water is getting to your lawn roots. This summer, consider increasing the number of times you turn on the sprinklers during the week.

Dress your lawn with compost. – This adds fresh nutrients to your soil, improves the soil texture and may help fill low spots making your yard easier to mow.

DON’T:

Don’t misapply fertilizer – Although fertilizing your lawn is good for lawn care maintenance, misapply it, and things can get ugly. Go for a slow-release fertilizer with a lower nitrogen content to prevent damage and follow the directions carefully.
Don’t try to get rid of dandelions by poisoning them. – You can kill the leaves of a dandelion, but not the roots. Digging them out is the only sure-fire way to eliminate them.
Don’t use a poison. – Very few poisons only kill the thing you’re after and may cause additional problems by killing its enemies (good bugs) or weakening the plant.

For more information about our services at the Legacy Group, visit our services page or give us a call at (678) 425-2298. Are you already a Legacy Group customer? Rate and share your experiences with our staff in the review section of our Facebook page today. We always enjoy hearing from you!

Spring gardening tips from the Legacy Group!

March 30, 2017 by gmg

Spring is officially here and that means it’s time for some gardening! At the Legacy Group, we love making sure your yard is healthy and living up to its full potential. This is why we’re sharing 5 spring gardening tips with you. Check them out and then give us a call for all of your landscaping needs!

Clean out your garden. remove all the debris (leaves, leftover snow, etc.) Get rid of weeds, making sure that you get the roots so they won’t grow back.
Revitalize the soil. Your soil is likely dried out and packed after winter, it’s time to add moisture. Add organic material like compost or manure.
Trim old plants. Plants that survived the winter will need to be pruned so they’ll grow anew in the spring. Make sure to wait until mid-April or May in case there’s an unexpected freeze.
Add Mulch. One to three inches of mulch helps to prevent weeds and diseases. It also keeps the moisture in the garden and maintains the temperature.

These are just a few ways you can prepare your garden this spring. Once your spring garden is up and running again, it’s time to look to the future and decide what to do with your garden next. Of course, it will need some care in order to stay colorful and beautiful throughout the season, so don’t forget about them after your spring gardening.

Tips For Reviving Your Lawn For Spring

March 15, 2017 by gmg

Winter has passed, hooray! Now it’s time to bring your lawn back to life for spring. At the Legacy Group, we enjoy providing our customers with the highest quality of lawn maintenance, fertilization and weed control based on what their property needs, but you can never have too much knowledge about your lawn, right? Especially if you have any kind of green-thumb like ours. That’s why we’ve taken the time to put together a short guide to reviving your lawn for spring. Check it out!

Soil Sampling

Topsoil is loose, dark, and full of decomposing organic material. Grass loves it. So if your yard is full of clay, it’s time to spread some topsoil.

Aeration

Even though lawns are technically a type of monoculture, grass is a complex ecosystem, full of plant roots, microbes, and insects. Maintaining that system’s proper functionality involves keeping the soil loose so that air and water can get in and out. Over time, the soil beneath your lawn becomes compacted, squeezing off nutrients from the grass.

Seed and Water
It may be time to reseed if your lawn has patches. Pick a species of grass that works with your soil type and climate and plant seeds early in the season—basically, as soon as the ground thaws.

These are just a few things you can do in order to prepare your lawn for the spring time.
For more information about our services at the Legacy Group, visit our services page or give us a call at (678) 425-2298. Are you already a Legacy Group customer? Rate and share your experiences with our staff in the review section of our Facebook page today. We always enjoy hearing from you!

3 Ways to Prepare Your Lawn for Spring

January 19, 2017 by gmg

Before you know it, spring will be here. There’s a good chance you may take a look at your lawn in Winder, GA and be overwhelmed by what you see. Here are some winter lawn maintenance tips that you can do now that will help keep your lawn healthier and reduce the amount of work you will need to do this spring.

Inspect Your Lawn Frequently

It’s a good idea to take a walk around your yard, especially after a storm to look for accumulation of leaves, fallen branches and any debris that may have been blown in. You will want to remove these items from your lawn to prevent damage to the grass. Mold and fungus can begin to grow from the moisture that can be trapped in these items and damage your lawn.

Assess what areas of your lawn might need renovation during the spring with reseeding. Look for moss or mushroom growth that are a sign that your lawn may need specific lawn care services to resolve these issues.

Get Out and Rake Occasionally

The cooler weather makes it a good time to rake areas of your lawn where thatch may be present. Thatch is a layer of dried, dead grass that can stop fertilizer, sunlight and oxygen from reaching the roots of healthy grass. Removing the thatch will help your lawn come back healthy in the spring.

Weed Prevention

During the cooler weather, most weeds are dormant. Once the temperature reaches 55 degrees, some weeds like crabgrass will begin to grow. To prevent crabgrass in your lawn, you need to put down a crabgrass preventer before spring for pre-emergent crabgrass control. A good way to tell that it’s time to apply pre-emergents is to watch for blooming forsythia.

7 Tips for Winter Property Maintenance in Georgia

January 10, 2017 by gmg

Landscape maintenance plays an important role in keeping your residential property an enjoyable environment. Here are some tips for keeping your property fresh and approachable, which is an important aspect of property management in Georgia.

Shane Smith has worked in landscaping-related jobs since the age of 14. At 23 he started Legacy Lawn Care, a company which he now runs with his wife and two children. Keeping the plants and soil healthy is an applied science, and to achieve great looking garden throughout the year we should familiarize ourselves with its requirements.

7 Winter Landscaping Tips for Residential Properties

Pre-emergents help prevent the growth of weeds and their germination.
Fertilization needs to be done observing the exact ratio of chemicals, most commonly nitrogen, potash, and potassium in ratio 3-1-2.
Irrigation is essential in spring, especially if the summer may bring potential drought.
Plants are sensitive to stress. Make sure you don’t do anything that might stress the plants, like for example pruning, during the summer season.
Seeding should be done in spring or fall.
Final fertilization in the fall season should be applied before the frost settles.
Cleaning the leaf leftovers help prevents disease and allows nutrients to reach the root system.

Legacy Lawn Care offers landscape maintenance service. We care about creating perfect conditions by applying eight treatments throughout the year, including aeration and overseeding to make the grass thicker and healthier. We also provide thorough pest, flea, fungus, ant, and weed control to eliminate the potentially harmful organisms. Legacy’s services which offer both residential and commercial lawn maintenance has made us trusted partners in property management in Georgia.

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