Growing a green lawn in your home isn’t as easy as just watering it. No other service is likely to have as big an impact on the color and health of your grass as properly utilizing lawn fertilization services – because it can be tough to get fertilization right on your own. The specific needs of your lawn, influenced by grass type, soil quality, and local growing conditions, can be expertly met by our services, ensuring your lawn receives all the nutrients it needs to flourish.

Fertilization projects for homeowners are often trial-and-error experiments, which can be problematic. As they have basic knowledge about fertilizers and weed control products but lack the expertise and skills when they try to apply treatments on their properties.

Did you know that some fertilizers should not be applied in the summer or when conditions are not favorable because they may burn and completely damage the lawn? These little details are what makes or breaks a flourishing lawn.  Not to mention other aspects of your property, from grasses to insects, may suffer due to the products and methods used.

WHY CHOOSE OUR LAWN FERTILIZATION SERVICE?

At Excel Lawns & Landscape, chemistry and biology is our educational background allowing us a high level of understanding when it comes to offering top-notch lawn fertilization services. We are perfectionist who rely on our soil sample data to make proactive yearly and seasonal changes to keep our residential and commercial properties looking their very best. Arming our state licensed and skilled professionals with the knowledge and experience to efficiently tackle situations. Our team is ell-versed in the science of lawn fertilizers and understand the specific nutrient requirements of Iowa’s cool season grass types.

CUSTOMIZED FERTILIZATION PLANS

We recognize that every lawn is unique, and a one-size-fits-all approach won’t yield optimal results. That’s why we offer customized fertilization plans tailored to the specific needs of your lawn. After evaluating your soil through soil sample testing, we can develop a personalized fertilizer regimen to ensure your lawn gets the nutrients it needs to thrive.

PREMIUM QUALITY FERTILIZERS

We use only high-quality, environmentally friendly fertilizers that are safe for your family, pets, and the environment. Our premium fertilizers are formulated to provide a balanced blend of nutrients, promoting healthy root growth, lush greenery, and increased resilience against stressors.

PROPER APPLICATION TECHNIQUES

Applying lawn fertilizers correctly is crucial to achieving the desired results without harming your lawn. Our lawn care professionals are trained in proper application techniques to ensure even distribution to prevent over-fertilization, which can lead to negative effects. With our precise approach, your lawn will receive the nutrients it needs.

COMPREHENSIVE LAWN CARE SERVICES

Our lawn fertilization service is just one part of our comprehensive lawn care offerings. We provide a range of services, including lawn mowing, aeration, weed control, and pest management, to create a holistic approach to lawn health. By choosing our services, you can have peace of mind knowing that your lawn will be meticulously cared for year-round.

KNOWLEDGEABLE & LICENSED

Our company is licensed and certified with the state of Iowa with regards to fertilization, and we have the ability to provide you with year-round, customized interventions. We offer soil assessments. While we understand the chemistry and pH of your soil, we also determine your soil’s fertilization needs. We consider the impact of weather, the environmental requirements, and the meteorological challenges you have to face all year round. The next step is the vegetation assessment – as some plants are more vulnerable to weeds than others, also considering the presence of insects and wildlife able to propagate the spreading of weeds. Check our examples of work

Lawn fertilization service in West Des Moines, IA

LAWN FERTILIZATION SERVICES

Our lawn fertilization service is a custom-tailored to the Des Moines Metro Area to ensure maximum effectiveness.

  • Improved Grass Growth

  • Nutrient Balance and Soil Health

  • Correcting Nutrient Deficiencies

  • Increased Resistance to Stress and Pests

  • Time and Resource Efficiency

LAWN FERTILIZER FAQ

You have questions, we have answers. Below are the top questions we get about our Des Moines Metro Fertilization services.

Typically, your first lawn fertilization application should be before the ground temperatures reach 60 degrees. Whether you are a lawn fertilization company or DIYer your first application is actually a preemergent weed control and fertilizer mix. Home Depot lawn fertilizer like Scotts round one is a pre-emergent fertilizer mix controlling weeds like crabgrass, foxtail, and other grassy weeds. Once the ground temp reaches 60 degrees weeds that could have been prevented will start to germinate, so you’ll have to use a different method of control.

The frequency of your lawn fertilization applications depends on several factors like the type of cool season grass you have, soil quality, and the specific fertilizer used. In general, we like to see a lawn fertilized every 4 to 6 weeks depending on the product applied. With the advancement of slow-release fertilizers on the market we can expand that time frame.

Lawn fertilizers come in various forms, such as granular, liquid, and organic options. Granular fertilizers are the most common due to their slow-release capabilities. Liquid fertilizers are sprayed directly onto the lawn and are absorbed quickly. Organic fertilizers are made from natural sources and contribute to long-term soil health.

The best time to apply lawn fertilizer is yesterday and the second-best time is today. Let me know if this sounds familiar: Life is busy between children, work, or events you have on your calendar. The weekend you had planned to apply fertilizer to your lawn it rained all weekend, it’s Iowa it happens. Then the work week rolled around Monday morning and before you knew it the weekends here again. But this weekend you had a social event, family gathering, or sporting event planned. Now we’re two maybe three weeks behind and maybe have missed your window to fertilizer your lawn. This is the conversation we have with wonderful outdoor DIY’ers, so don’t worry about so much about the best time, throw it down especially if it’s an organic mix.

As for us: we have windows throughout the growing season we like to target. Preemergent in the spring, Grub Control in the summer, recovery blends for the heat, and fall lawn fertilizers as a simple guide.

Yes, we do have packages for our lawn fertilizer program.

Why Choose Excel Lawns and Landscape

Our Des Moines lawn care services can transform your outdoor space into something beautiful and functional.

Expertise

Our team of skilled and experienced fertilization and weed control specialist has the knowledge and expertise to create beautiful and functional outdoor spaces that meet your needs and exceed your expectations.

Customization

We work closely with our clients to create custom designs and plans that perfectly fit their individual needs and preferences. We believe that every outdoor space is unique and should be treated as such.

Quality

We use only the highest quality materials and techniques to ensure that our projects are not only beautiful but also durable and long-lasting.

Customer Service

We are dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and ensuring that our clients are completely satisfied with our work. We believe in open communication and transparency throughout the entire landscaping process.

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Positive: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value

The team at Excel Lawn and Landscape performs lawn mowing and weed control currently. I have peace of mind knowing they take care of my yard and plan to have them help with the fence and landscape in the future. Thank you for helping me gain control of the creeping Charlie in my yard and restore my yard’s curb appeal!

Treasa B., via Google

Thank you so much for the quality workmanship you and your team provided to us over the past week or so. The work you did not only looks great but it also provided us with superior results. I appreciate your quality of work, your professionalism, and your very reasonable prices.

Tim Crosby, via Facebook

The crew at Excel worked on our front porch retaining wall. They did excellent work, were courteous, prompt in getting the job done, and even came out a few months later just to double-check the wall during cold weather. Thanks for all you did. I will definitely recommend your services.

Russ Miller, via Google

The recent ice storm had the sidewalks and driveway a sheet of ice. They came out twice to treat the areas. I was impressed with not only the work they performed but also that I did not have to call them to remind them. Rarely do I encounter from others the great service Excel provided. I am thrilled I hired them.

Michael Amadeo, via Google

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I called and they actually answered the phone and it didn’t go to voicemail. They came to see the job and gave me a fair quote and a date when they would be able to do it. The job was completed on time and I’m very happy with the work of the team.

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