Professional lawn care services can run up to $1,500 per year. Sunday's custom plans start at $55 for your first box and include a free soil analysis, personalized nutrient schedule, and expert consultations. Most neighbors save hundreds compared to traditional services.

Lawn care focuses on growing healthy grass through fertilizing, mowing, watering, and weed management. Landscaping involves designing and installing hardscapes, plants, trees, and garden beds. Think of lawn care as keeping your turf thriving, while landscaping shapes the overall look of your yard.

Stop mowing when your grass stops actively growing, typically late October or November in Lakewood. Before your final cut, gradually lower your mowing height to 2-3 inches. This helps prevent winter diseases and sets your lawn up for a stronger spring comeback.

Never remove more than one-third of your grass blade height in a single mow. Cutting too much stresses roots and invites weeds. For Lakewood's cool-season grasses, this usually means mowing when grass reaches 4 inches and cutting down to about 3 inches.

For Lakewood's cool-season lawns, fertilize in early spring when grass starts growing and again in fall when soil stays warm but air cools. Apply when temperatures are between 50°F and 85°F. Fall feeding builds strong roots for winter resilience.

Water deeply 2-3 times per week rather than daily shallow sprinkles. Aim for about 30 minutes per session, ideally between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. Deep, infrequent watering encourages roots to grow deeper, making your lawn more drought-resistant.