Shandon is one of Columbia’s most unique and historic neighborhoods. Close to downtown, Shandon is a picturesque neighborhood that has been described as “a movie” by its residents. Just as every home within Shandon is unique, Lawn care services for each home should also be unique as well. Each home requires different services to help its lawn look its best. Due to the compact nature of properties within the Shandon neighborhood, homeowners can expect to pay much less than homes with a larger lawn. For homes in Shandon we typically only charge between $30 and $50 per service.
To request a lawn care for your Shandon lawn in Columbia, SC fill out the form to the right and we will get back to you shortly.
TurfMow Lawn Care Services For The Shandon Neighborhood
Below you will find out how our lawn care services can help the lawn at your Shandon home stand out!
Mowing
Although homes in Shandon are not known for their lawns it is still important that they are kept mowed. If lawns are not mowed they will become overgrown. An overgrown lawn can detract from the homes overall appeal. When mowing, be sure that you follow the guidelines for your species of turf grass. Many homes in Shandon have shaded lawns. If your lawn is in the shade, let your grass grow a little taller than normal.
Edging
Edging, although seemingly insignificant, is an important part of maintaining your lawn. When I drive around Shandon, I see many homes that would benefit from edging. Edging adds that extra touch that just makes any lawn look more clean cut. Check out this before and after of a lawn that we serviced in Shandon:
Before: After:
Fertilization
Fertilizing your turf grass is important if you want to enjoy a healthy law. Even if you have a small lawn, fertilization is a must. Most homes in Shandon have a warm season lawn. Warm season grasses are those which are very tolerant of heat and drought. The most common species of grass in Shandon are Zoysia and Bermuda. Both Zoysia and Bermuda lawns require more nitrogen than other species of turf grass to achieve a healthy green color.
When choosing fertilizer for your lawn in Shandon, look for fertilizer with a . You should try to apply about 1 pound of nitrogen per 1000 square feet. This should be done once a month in the months of April, May, June, and July. This will provide you with a healthy lawn that you will be proud of.
Spring/ Fall Cleanup
Maintaining a healthy and attractive lawn is more than just mowing and edging. An important part of maintaining turf grass is spring and fall cleanup. Spring cleanup includes raking, de-thatching, and removal of debris left scattered from the winter. Fall cleanup includes raking and debris removal
Raking/ Debris Removal
If you are striving for a healthy lawn, Raking is extremely important. Raking removes leaves, twigs, and dead clippings that would otherwise shade out new growth in the spring. By raking, you are allowing the grass to get a boost in the spring which will result in a fuller, healthier lawn come summer time. Raking in the fall prevents rot that can occur when the leaves are packed in amongst the blades of grass.
De-Thatching
When springtime comes around, few homeowners understand the importance of de-thatching. De-thatching is a process in which dead material is removed from the base layer of a lawn. The removal of this dead material is important because it allows water, nutrients, and air to reach the roots of the plant. This will help the turf grow into a healthy, green, and full lawn that is sure to impress.
(As of now TurfMow is unable to offer De-thatching services)
Aeration
Another process that is too often neglected by homeowners is Aeration. Aeration is a process in which holes are punched into a lawn to help the roots breath. Just like the process of de-thatching, aeration allows nutrients, water, and air to reach the root of the grass. It also breaks up the soil which prevents it from compacting around the roots of the grass. Compacted soil can result in rot and moss growth. I see many lawns in Shandon that do not aerate properly and as a result the lawns are overtaken by dead spots and moss. Large oak trees can make aeration in Shandon difficult however, aeration is a must for a healthy, lush lawn.
If you have a lawn in Shandon in need of service this summer, don’t hesitate to contact us using the form to the right of this page. Simply input an address select which services you would like to have performed, and we will get in touch with you.
