Name: Champion Tree & Lawn Care Inc.
Address: 55 Taylor St #9520, Granby, MA 01033, Granby, Granby, QC, CA
Telephone: +14134672002
Rating: 5

Question 1

What is the most popular lawn fertilizer program offered?

Accepted Answer

The most popular is the traditional five-step program, which addresses all the fertilizer requirements for season-long growth and health, and also incorporates necessary controls for crabgrass, weeds, and insects.

Question 2

When is the first lawn application typically done?

Accepted Answer

The first lawn application, a balanced granular fertilizer combined with pre-emergent crabgrass and weed control, is typically done between April 1st and May 28th, timed based on soil temperatures.

Question 3

What is included in the second lawn application?

Accepted Answer

The second application, usually done from mid-May through July 15th, consists of a balanced granular fertilizer and spot treatment for weeds as needed. It's also when granular grub control is applied.

Question 4

What is the purpose of the third lawn application?

Accepted Answer

The third application, from July 15th to around September 1st, uses a balanced, slow-release fertilizer with weed control as needed. It's designed to prevent burn and slowly feed the turf during the hot and dry summer period.

Question 5

What are the benefits of going organic with lawn care?

Accepted Answer

Going organic offers benefits such as safety for humans, animals, and the planet, better health for lawns and ecosystems, water conservation, improved soil health and sustainability, pest reduction, resource conservation, financial savings, environmental preservation, and noise reduction.

Question 6

How can I get a gift certificate for your services?

Accepted Answer

Gift certificates can be purchased by commenting on the blog post, emailing championlc1@comcast.net, or calling 1-800-566-5731. The minimum amount is $50, and they can apply to most services.

Question 7

What should I do if I notice damage from mice in my lawn after the snow melts?

Accepted Answer

If you see tunnels or chewed grass from mice, it's suggested to set out control methods to prevent them from entering homes or buildings. The turf usually recovers with spring growth, but preventative measures are recommended.

Question 8

What is core aeration and why is it important?

Accepted Answer

Core aeration removes small cores of soil to help control thatch, improve soil structure, create growth pockets for new roots, and allow water and fertilizer to reach the root zone. It's advised for lawns on heavy clay soils, those with thatch buildup, or lawns needing thickening.