Lawn Care Services in Baltimore County, MD

If you live in Windsor Mill or Catonsville, our soil scientists would love to partner with you to grow a lawn you’ll love. We have been serving your neighborhood since 1989 and know exactly what your lawn needs to be the best lawn in the neighborhood.

Your grass, soil condition, yard usage, and goals are unique, which is why our soil scientists will evaluate your lawn, listen to your concerns, and formulate a custom lawn care program that helps you grow a lawn you’ll love to show off!

Whether you live along the Chesapeake Bay, near the US Naval Academy or Annapolis Mall our team of soil scientists know exactly what your turf needs to be the best yard on the block.

No two lawns are the same, so no two treatment plans are either. Our lawn care professionals in Annapolis take the time to understand your lawn’s needs and create a custom treatment plan based on their findings. This ensures you see the best results as soon as possible.

Lawn Aeration in Annapolis

Refresh your lawn with our aeration and seeding services. Aeration is a method that is used to compensate for the thatch buildup that accumulates throughout the year. It works by pulling small plugs of soil out of the ground throughout your entire yard. This creates holes in the thatch, allowing the necessary nutrients to reach the roots deep in the soil, helping your grass thrive. Since aeration provides the optimal conditions for grass seed germination, we always follow up with lawn seeding services.

Tree Service in Annapolis

We understand trees and shrubs greatly increase the overall beauty of your property and its value. Much like turf, the wide variety of trees and shrubs require nutrients, protection, and frequent attention to thrive. Using extensive knowledge of the needs and local climate risks, our specialists will determine the necessary treatments to help your ornamentals thrive.

Mosquito Control in Annapolis

Take back your summer from itchy mosquito bites! Our Mosquito, Flea & Tick Yard Protection Program in Annapolis gives you the protection you deserve. We apply mosquito treatment formulas strategically—killing mosquitoes on contact and preventing resurgence by interrupting breeding cycles.

Our expert mosquito exterminators will ensure your yard stays free of thirsty mosquitoes all year long.

Flea & Tick Control in Annapolis

Fleas and ticks are persistent pests that are active during the summer and fall, the perfect time to be outdoors with friends and family. Nothing puts a damper on things like having to go inside to pull off a tick or learning that your dog or cat has fleas. To ensure you can safely enjoy your yard, we are committed to providing the best flea control and tick control in Annapolis. With Blades of Green on your side, fleas and ticks don’t stand a chance.

What are the most common grass types in Baltimore County, MD?

You’ll typically find cool-season grasses such as Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, fine fescue, and tall fescue are commonly used for turf and lawns in the Baltimore County area due to the temperate climate and moderate rainfall. These types of grasses are well-adapted to the region’s growing conditions and can thrive in the spring and fall when temperatures are cooler.
These grasses are also known for their durability, shade tolerance, and ability to establish quickly, which makes them ideal for lawns, parks, and sports fields.

What are the most common soil types in Baltimore County, MD?

Baltimore County, MD’s three most common soil types are loamy, silt loam, and clay.

What are the most common lawn issues Baltimore County, MD, lawns face?

The most common lawn issues that Baltimore County, Maryland lawns face can vary depending on factors such as weather, soil conditions, and the type of grass. However, some common lawn issues that homeowners in Baltimore County may face include:

Brown patch: This is a fungal disease that causes circular, brown patches in the lawn. It’s common in humid, moist weather and is caused by high nitrogen levels, thatchy grass, and poor drainage.
Dollar spot: This is a fungal disease that causes small, circular brown spots on the lawn. It’s common during hot and dry weather and is caused by high nitrogen levels, thatchy grass, and poor drainage.
Fairy ring: This is a fungal disease that causes circular rings of dark green or brown grass. It’s caused by high nitrogen levels, thatchy grass, and poor drainage.
Drought stress: This is caused by lack of water and can lead to brown, dry, and dead grass.
Insects and pests: These can include grubs, chinch bugs, and sod webworms which can damage or kill lawns.
Weeds: Weeds can quickly take over lawns, making them unsightly and causing damage to the grass.
Mowing: Mowing too short or too often can cause stress to the lawn and lead to brown patches and bare spots

How to get the perfect lawn?

We are here to help you grow a lawn you’ll love (and want to use and show-off!). , But, much like getting the human body into shape, growing a healthy lawn takes time and (lots!) of patience. There are a variety of factors that need to be addressed before achieving the “perfect” lawn. For example, soil pH, foot traffic, lawn disease, bug infestations, mowing and watering practices, animal activity, and more. On average, it can take anywhere from one to three years to get your lawn into shape.

What do lawn care services include?

Each lawn care company offers a different set of services. Our team of Soil Scientists will assist you with selecting the right lawn care treatments, tree & shrub care, bed weed control, mosquito, flea, and tick treatments & mole and vole removal services. They’ll even recommend the best time to aerate and overseed your lawn so you’ll get the most out of investment.

We do not provide mowing, tree and shrub trimming, mulching, weeding, leaf raking, bagging or removal, de-thatching, wildlife removal, landscape design, sod installation, or irrigation installation

How do I get rid of weeds in my lawn?

Corn gluten, mulch, salt water, vinegar, and heavy grass are natural ways to kill weeds in your lawn. Herbicides are the best option to get rid of weeds and are safest when applied by lawn care professionals.

This blog offers more insight: https://bladesofgreen.com/lawn-care/weed-control/how-to-get-rid-of-weeds/

Expert Lawn Care Professionals Serving Maryland & Northern Virginia

Aeration & Seeding

You know every spring when your neighbor’s yard looks like it’s full of doggy doo. It’s actually not. They ordered aeration and seeding for their bald and patchy grass. How’s your grass lookin’?

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Mosquito Flea Tick Treatment

There is nothing worse than having some sweet tea in a storm of mosquitos and your animals full of ticks. Let us make your outdoor activities stress-free!

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Tree & Shrub Care

There is nothing worse than your good looking trees getting infected by pests and having to call all out the tree folks to chop it down. We’ll make your trees and shrubs protected and help them live a long life.

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Mole & Vole Control

Imagine playing catch with your kids or playing croquet and tripping over mounds and holes created by nasty, pesky rodents… we’ll take care of it and no ankles will get broken.

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Pest Control

Our individualized plans are designed to get rid of pests on your property while also using some of the safest products that have passed both EPA inspection and our own safety qualifications.

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Bed Weed Control

Your home’s landscape beds are a major part of your property’s curb appeal. No one wants passerbys commenting on your unsightly beds! Let us make your property a hit.

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Lawn Care Services in Baltimore County, MD