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LawnStarter can help you remain compliant with Columbus’ under-12-inch grass height rule. Our pros will mow, aerate, dethatch, trim, edge, and fertilize, so you can check lawn maintenance off of your to-do list.

Thanks to the subtropical climate, yard work is never-ending. Our pros know how to manage the hot summers, rainy weather, and even the colder months. They handle everything on a schedule to keep your lawn healthy, no matter the season.

If Georgia weeds, pests, or diseases are a problem, our pros will treat these lawn issues and manage your grass to reduce future outbreaks.

Here's what you need to know about lawn care in Columbus:

Best Grass Types for Columbus

Warm-season grasses grow best in Fountain City, though some homeowners opt for cool-season cultivars. From shade-loving Zoysia to cool-season fescues, popular cultivars include:

• Bermudagrass: A sun-loving variety that creates a dense and hardy turf.
• Centipedegrass: This low-maintenance cultivar has a signature light green hue and coarse texture.
• Zoysiagrass: Another hardy variety that tolerates sun, shade, humidity, drought, and traffic.
• Kentucky Bluegrass: A cool-season variety with a fine texture and dark green color. It may require overseeding in the summer.
• Tall Fescue: This cool-season grass performs well in the winter, and many Georgia homeowners overseed their warm-season lawns with the variety.

How Often Should You Mow Your Lawn? Remain compliant by mowing your grass weekly in the spring, summer, and fall. We also recommend mowing bi-weekly in the winter, depending on the weather.

Common Lawn Pests and Diseases in Columbus

Our pros know that proper lawn care, including regular mowing, watering, and fertilizing is the key to a pest-free lawn. Common pests and diseases affecting landscapes in Muscogee County include:

• White Grubs: Tiny beetle larvae that feed on grass roots leading to damage.
• Chinch Bugs: Favoring St. Augustine and other warm-season turfs, these small insects suck sap from grass blades, leading to yellowing and browning.
• Sod Webworms: Another larval species, these caterpillars chew on grass blades and leave silk webs in their wake.
• Fungal Diseases: Georgia’s humidity creates the perfect environment for fungal diseases including rust, brown patch, dollar spot, pythium blight, and take-all root rot.

Other Outdoor Services We Offer

Our pros tackle more than just pests and diseases. In addition to routine lawn care, we offer a suite of services like:

• Fertilization: Soil tests and a customized treatment plan maintain your lawn’s vibrancy.
• Mulching: Mulch regulates soil temperature and moisture while reducing weed growth in your flower beds.
• Tree Care: Regular pruning and trimming services increase the health of your landscape plants.
• Landscape Design: Hardscape installations create an outdoor living space. Add a patio, retaining wall, or outdoor kitchen.

Whether you are located in one of the historic districts, North Columbus, or along the Chattahoochee River, LawnStarter provides comprehensive services.

From disease and pest management to customized landscapes, call or click today for your free, personalized quotes and spend more time doing the things you love.