• Prior to mowing remove all paper, litter, leaves, and any other unspecified debris from the lawn area and all planting beds.


• From April through November all finished lawn areas will be mown to the proper height to maintain optimum lawn health and appearance.


• Weekly, all edges will be trimmed around the buildings and other structures such as transformers, patios, sidewalks, curbs, streets, parking areas, lamp posts, mailboxes, signs, and any other obstructions within the grounds each time the lawn is mowed. Sidewalks are to be swept or made clean of any debris as a result of lawn maintenance.


• At least (3) times during the season turf growing along the sidewalks, curbs, and driveways will be power edged to maintain a neat and uniform appearance.


• Grass will be cut in a manner so as not to blow or spray grass clippings from the mower into any shrubs, trees, flowers, mulch beds, sidewalks, driveways, patios, and streets.


• All grass clippings which are piled up or would be detrimental to lawn growth will be removed from the lawns.


• As needed, a Non-Selective Herbicide will be applied to gravel beds, sidewalks, curbs, pavement, cracks, etc. to eliminate unsightly weed growth.


• Once per month, weeds, growing along the side of guardrails, on crown vetch covered areas, and the peripheral areas will be cut and removed. Planting beds will also be cleared of weeds if they are (6”) or bigger and/or sprayed with an herbicide if smaller.

General Spring Clean Up, Mulching, and Insecticide:

• Remove all tree and shrub branches lying on grounds.


• Cut off any tree and shrub branches broken and hanging from any trees or shrubs.


• Remove collected winter debris from grounds and shrub beds.


• Remove all leaves, nuts, and fruit from the lawn areas and shrub beds.


• Remove all expired vegetation.


• Cut down any expired weeds in all designated areas on banks and two feet from the perimeter of the landscape property.


• Edge beds (3”-4 mechanically) and apply one application of pre-emergent herbicide in planting beds and one application of granular fertilizer around plants and trees.


• Dormant Oil Insecticide is sprayed on all (20’) or smaller trees and shrubs.

Mulching

• Apply (2-3”) of dyed brown double-shredded mulch to all planting beds.

Seasonal Lawn Fertilizations, Weed Control, and Insect Control Applications:

• We will provide (5) seasonal lawn treatments in accordance with current industry standards and the needs of the existing lawns. All fertilizer applications are granular, while a liquid herbicide is also applied during each visit.


• Lawn Treatments
  • Late March - Fertilizer with crab grass control.
  • Late April - Fertilize and apply broadleaf weed control.
  • Late May or Early June - Fertilize and apply insect control.
  • Mid to Late August - Fertilize and spray broadleaf weed control.
  • Mid September - Low nitrogen fall fertilizer, aerate, and lime (palletized).

Note: Overseeding can be performed using Liberty grass seed mix. *All applications are performed under licensed supervision

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Tree and Shrub Care:

• All trees (20’) and smaller will be pruned to maintain shape. Any dead, diseased or crossed branches will be removed. All shrubs will be trimmed and pruned to maintain shape and good appearance.


• Any seasonal disease or insect infestations which require additional treatments for complete control will be provided upon approval at an additional cost.

Flowers:

• Flowers (assorted annuals) can be planted upon request. This will include the preparation of the flowerbeds by installing topsoil, fertilizer, and manure.

Fall Clean Up (2x):

• All leaves will be removed from the lawns, beds, and roads once in October and once in November.


• Remove all expired vegetation, (perennials, fruit, etc…).


• Remove any items lying on the grounds, lawns, and beds that could damage the same by remaining over the winter.


• Remove all trash or garbage on the lawn areas or in shrub beds.


• Cut all weeds (2’) from the perimeter of the property to a height of (3”) for the winter.