Is Your Lawn Ready for a Fall Comeback?

Is Your Lawn Ready for a Fall Comeback?

Lawn Looking Tired? 

Here’s how our experts can revive your lawn—plus, a peek behind the scenes of our lawn care process.
If your lawn seems a little sad after this roller-coaster summer weather, you're not alone! Throughout the Peoria area we've been seeing struggling turf. 

Why does this happen? Extended heat and humidity stress turfgrass, especially shallow-rooted types. Weeds seize their moment, and crabgrass creeps in. But don’t worry: fall is the season for turning things around, and we’re here to make it happen.

 

Our Four-Phase Fall Lawn Rescue (August—October)

Phase 1: Personalized Lawn Evaluation (August)
We’ll walk your lawn with you, checking for damage, trouble spots, weeds, crabgrass, fungus, and insect issues. Every yard is unique, so our treatment is customized, from targeted weed control to managing pests. 

Phase 2: Aeration & Overseeding (September)
This essential step relieves soil compaction and opens up the root zone so water and nutrients get where they’re needed. Overseeding fills in bare spots and makes your grass stand thick and strong, improving drainage and preparing the turf for winter.
Phase 3: Organic Topdressing (September)
Right after overseeding, we spread a light layer of organic compost. Why does this matter? It adds beneficial microorganisms and slow-release nutrients, helping new and existing roots thrive. This quiet step makes a long-term difference.


Phase 4: Starter Fertilizer & Watering Guidance
We finish with a starter fertilizer, which boosts germination and root strength. Most grass seed begins sprouting within two weeks with proper watering, and we’ll send you a simple watering and care guide, so there's no guesswork.

What Happens Next?
By the end of October, your lawn will be rested, renewed, and ready for its winter sleep. And of course, if you need an ongoing care program for 2026, we have you covered!
Ready to get started?
Call or text us at 309-689-2544, or email Stacy in our Landscape Services Department to schedule your August walk-through. Let’s give your lawn a fall boost!

Hardy Bucks:
Let the Savings Bloom!

If you earned Hardy Bucks this spring—or even in seasons past—your rewards are ready to grow into savings.

From July 15 through August 15, redeem your Hardy Bucks for up to 50% off all retail merchandise at both our Garden Center and Stone Market. That includes everything from perennials and pottery to patio pavers. Feel free to mix and match—however you like to garden, your Hardy Bucks go with you. We’re stocking the yard with some fresh finds and seasonal favorites throughout the month, so there’s something new to discover every time you visit.

Happy gardening!
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