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Best prices
No hidden fees
Licensed techs
Annual subscriptions
Golden Retriever
Golden Retriever
Season long fertilizer
Season long fertilizer
A Fed Lawn is a Happy Lawn
Keeps your lawn fed all season with scheduled applications of professional-grade fertilizer. You'll see thicker, greener growth from spring through fall.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Unlimited weed control
Unlimited weed control
Weeds Don't Stand a Chance
We treat broadleaf weeds as many times as needed throughout the season at no extra charge. If weeds come back, so do we.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Hardscape weed control
Hardscape weed control
Beyond the Lawn
We treat broadleaf weeds growing through sidewalk cracks, patio stones, and driveways. Only broadleaf weeds are controlled. Grass growing through the concrete or stones will not be. We don't spray garden or flower beds, and weeds must be under one foot tall, so this isn't for overgrown areas. Larger hardscape areas and back alleys are subject to a price adjustment.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Liquid fall aeration
Liquid fall aeration
Let Your Lawn Breathe
A liquid soil conditioner applied in fall that loosens compacted soil so water, air, and nutrients can reach the roots. If you prefer traditional core aeration, we can swap it out.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Super juice
Super juice
The Extra Edge
A premium blend that gives your lawn an extra boost of micronutrients beyond standard treatments. Think of it as a multivitamin for your grass.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Sea kelp
Sea kelp
Built to Handle Anything
A natural seaweed-based treatment that strengthens root systems and helps your lawn handle stress from heat, drought, and cold. Builds long-term lawn resilience.
Call us (587) 254-2337
DIY BarePatch Pro (Upon request)
DIY BarePatch Pro (Upon request)
Fix the Gaps Yourself
We drop off one BarePatch Pro container, a compost and seed blend you spread yourself. Just spread it, water it, and watch the gaps fill in. One covers a small bare spot, about the size of a doormat. Need more? Extra ones are available for an added fee.
Call us (587) 254-2337New season, new lawn
New season, new lawn
St. Bernard
St. Bernard
Season long fertilizer
Season long fertilizer
A Fed Lawn is a Happy Lawn
Keeps your lawn fed all season with scheduled applications of professional-grade fertilizer. You'll see thicker, greener growth from spring through fall.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Unlimited weed control
Unlimited weed control
Weeds Don't Stand a Chance
We treat broadleaf weeds as many times as needed throughout the season at no extra charge. If weeds come back, so do we.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Hardscape weed control
Hardscape weed control
Beyond the Lawn
We treat broadleaf weeds growing through sidewalk cracks, patio stones, and driveways. Only broadleaf weeds are controlled. Grass growing through the concrete or stones will not be. We don't spray garden or flower beds, and weeds must be under one foot tall, so this isn't for overgrown areas. Larger hardscape areas and back alleys are subject to a price adjustment.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Liquid fall aeration
Liquid fall aeration
Let Your Lawn Breathe
A liquid soil conditioner applied in fall that loosens compacted soil so water, air, and nutrients can reach the roots. If you prefer traditional core aeration, we can swap it out.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Super juice
Super juice
The Extra Edge
A premium blend that gives your lawn an extra boost of micronutrients beyond standard treatments. Think of it as a multivitamin for your grass.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Sea kelp
Sea kelp
Built to Handle Anything
A natural seaweed-based treatment that strengthens root systems and helps your lawn handle stress from heat, drought, and cold. Builds long-term lawn resilience.
Call us (587) 254-2337
DIY BarePatch Pro (Upon request)
DIY BarePatch Pro (Upon request)
Fix the Gaps Yourself
We drop off one BarePatch Pro container, a compost and seed blend you spread yourself. Just spread it, water it, and watch the gaps fill in. One covers a small bare spot, about the size of a doormat. Need more? Extra ones are available for an added fee.
Call us (587) 254-2337New season, new lawn
New season, new lawn
Pomeranian
Pomeranian
Season long fertilizer
Season long fertilizer
A Fed Lawn is a Happy Lawn
Keeps your lawn fed all season with scheduled applications of professional-grade fertilizer. You'll see thicker, greener growth from spring through fall.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Unlimited weed control
Unlimited weed control
Weeds Don't Stand a Chance
We treat broadleaf weeds as many times as needed throughout the season at no extra charge. If weeds come back, so do we.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Hardscape weed control
Hardscape weed control
Beyond the Lawn
We treat broadleaf weeds growing through sidewalk cracks, patio stones, and driveways. Only broadleaf weeds are controlled. Grass growing through the concrete or stones will not be. We don't spray garden or flower beds, and weeds must be under one foot tall, so this isn't for overgrown areas. Larger hardscape areas and back alleys are subject to a price adjustment.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Liquid fall aeration
Liquid fall aeration
Let Your Lawn Breathe
A liquid soil conditioner applied in fall that loosens compacted soil so water, air, and nutrients can reach the roots. If you prefer traditional core aeration, we can swap it out.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Super juice
Super juice
The Extra Edge
A premium blend that gives your lawn an extra boost of micronutrients beyond standard treatments. Think of it as a multivitamin for your grass.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Sea kelp
Sea kelp
Built to Handle Anything
A natural seaweed-based treatment that strengthens root systems and helps your lawn handle stress from heat, drought, and cold. Builds long-term lawn resilience.
Call us (587) 254-2337
DIY BarePatch Pro (Upon request)
DIY BarePatch Pro (Upon request)
Fix the Gaps Yourself
We drop off one BarePatch Pro container, a compost and seed blend you spread yourself. Just spread it, water it, and watch the gaps fill in. One covers a small bare spot, about the size of a doormat. Need more? Extra ones are available for an added fee.
Call us (587) 254-2337New season, new lawn
New season, new lawn
St. Bernard
St. Bernard
Season long fertilizer
Season long fertilizer
A Fed Lawn is a Happy Lawn
Keeps your lawn fed all season with scheduled applications of professional-grade fertilizer. You'll see thicker, greener growth from spring through fall.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Unlimited weed control
Unlimited weed control
Weeds Don't Stand a Chance
We treat broadleaf weeds as many times as needed throughout the season at no extra charge. If weeds come back, so do we.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Hardscape weed control
Hardscape weed control
Beyond the Lawn
We treat broadleaf weeds growing through sidewalk cracks, patio stones, and driveways. Only broadleaf weeds are controlled. Grass growing through the concrete or stones will not be. We don't spray garden or flower beds, and weeds must be under one foot tall, so this isn't for overgrown areas. Larger hardscape areas and back alleys are subject to a price adjustment.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Liquid fall aeration
Liquid fall aeration
Let Your Lawn Breathe
A liquid soil conditioner applied in fall that loosens compacted soil so water, air, and nutrients can reach the roots. If you prefer traditional core aeration, we can swap it out.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Super juice
Super juice
The Extra Edge
A premium blend that gives your lawn an extra boost of micronutrients beyond standard treatments. Think of it as a multivitamin for your grass.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Sea kelp
Sea kelp
Built to Handle Anything
A natural seaweed-based treatment that strengthens root systems and helps your lawn handle stress from heat, drought, and cold. Builds long-term lawn resilience.
Call us (587) 254-2337
DIY BarePatch Pro (Upon request)
DIY BarePatch Pro (Upon request)
Fix the Gaps Yourself
We drop off one BarePatch Pro container, a compost and seed blend you spread yourself. Just spread it, water it, and watch the gaps fill in. One covers a small bare spot, about the size of a doormat. Need more? Extra ones are available for an added fee.
Call us (587) 254-2337New season, new lawn
New season, new lawn
Golden Retriever
Golden Retriever
Season long fertilizer
Season long fertilizer
A Fed Lawn is a Happy Lawn
Keeps your lawn fed all season with scheduled applications of professional-grade fertilizer. You'll see thicker, greener growth from spring through fall.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Unlimited weed control
Unlimited weed control
Weeds Don't Stand a Chance
We treat broadleaf weeds as many times as needed throughout the season at no extra charge. If weeds come back, so do we.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Hardscape weed control
Hardscape weed control
Beyond the Lawn
We treat broadleaf weeds growing through sidewalk cracks, patio stones, and driveways. Only broadleaf weeds are controlled. Grass growing through the concrete or stones will not be. We don't spray garden or flower beds, and weeds must be under one foot tall, so this isn't for overgrown areas. Larger hardscape areas and back alleys are subject to a price adjustment.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Liquid fall aeration
Liquid fall aeration
Let Your Lawn Breathe
A liquid soil conditioner applied in fall that loosens compacted soil so water, air, and nutrients can reach the roots. If you prefer traditional core aeration, we can swap it out.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Super juice
Super juice
The Extra Edge
A premium blend that gives your lawn an extra boost of micronutrients beyond standard treatments. Think of it as a multivitamin for your grass.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Sea kelp
Sea kelp
Built to Handle Anything
A natural seaweed-based treatment that strengthens root systems and helps your lawn handle stress from heat, drought, and cold. Builds long-term lawn resilience.
Call us (587) 254-2337
DIY BarePatch Pro (Upon request)
DIY BarePatch Pro (Upon request)
Fix the Gaps Yourself
We drop off one BarePatch Pro container, a compost and seed blend you spread yourself. Just spread it, water it, and watch the gaps fill in. One covers a small bare spot, about the size of a doormat. Need more? Extra ones are available for an added fee.
Call us (587) 254-2337New season, new lawn
New season, new lawn
Pomeranian
Pomeranian
Season long fertilizer
Season long fertilizer
A Fed Lawn is a Happy Lawn
Keeps your lawn fed all season with scheduled applications of professional-grade fertilizer. You'll see thicker, greener growth from spring through fall.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Unlimited weed control
Unlimited weed control
Weeds Don't Stand a Chance
We treat broadleaf weeds as many times as needed throughout the season at no extra charge. If weeds come back, so do we.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Hardscape weed control
Hardscape weed control
Beyond the Lawn
We treat broadleaf weeds growing through sidewalk cracks, patio stones, and driveways. Only broadleaf weeds are controlled. Grass growing through the concrete or stones will not be. We don't spray garden or flower beds, and weeds must be under one foot tall, so this isn't for overgrown areas. Larger hardscape areas and back alleys are subject to a price adjustment.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Liquid fall aeration
Liquid fall aeration
Let Your Lawn Breathe
A liquid soil conditioner applied in fall that loosens compacted soil so water, air, and nutrients can reach the roots. If you prefer traditional core aeration, we can swap it out.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Super juice
Super juice
The Extra Edge
A premium blend that gives your lawn an extra boost of micronutrients beyond standard treatments. Think of it as a multivitamin for your grass.
Call us (587) 254-2337
Sea kelp
Sea kelp
Built to Handle Anything
A natural seaweed-based treatment that strengthens root systems and helps your lawn handle stress from heat, drought, and cold. Builds long-term lawn resilience.
Call us (587) 254-2337
DIY BarePatch Pro (Upon request)
DIY BarePatch Pro (Upon request)
Fix the Gaps Yourself
We drop off one BarePatch Pro container, a compost and seed blend you spread yourself. Just spread it, water it, and watch the gaps fill in. One covers a small bare spot, about the size of a doormat. Need more? Extra ones are available for an added fee.
Call us (587) 254-2337New season, new lawn
New season, new lawn
Golden Retriever
Golden Retriever
St. Bernard
St. Bernard
Pomeranian
Pomeranian
St. Bernard
St. Bernard
Golden Retriever
Golden Retriever
Pomeranian
Pomeranian
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Transform your lawn today
For the best experience give us a call
Lawn looking thin or patchy?
We'll treat your Boise lawn until it's flawless.
Guaranteed.
Boise's alkaline clay soil and hot, dry summers take a toll on local lawns, and we don't leave that toll for you to deal with alone. If results fall short, we'll be back to fix it, no charge.
Lawn looking thin or patchy?
We'll treat your Boise lawn until it's flawless.
Guaranteed.
Boise's alkaline clay soil and hot, dry summers take a toll on local lawns, and we don't leave that toll for you to deal with alone. If results fall short, we'll be back to fix it, no charge.
Why we're different
10k+
Happy customers
and counting
Weed-free guarantee
See weeds before your next scheduled visit? That's on us, not something you should have to tolerate. We'll be back within 48 hours to handle it, no charge.
Consistent, dedicated technician
No rotating cast of technicians here. The same person comes back each time, already knowing what your lawn needed last visit and what to check on this one.
Personal customer success manager
Questions go straight to one person who already knows your account, not a general support line you have to catch up every time.
Why we're different
10k+
Happy customers
and counting
Weed-free guarantee
See weeds before your next scheduled visit? That's on us, not something you should have to tolerate. We'll be back within 48 hours to handle it, no charge.
Consistent, dedicated technician
No rotating cast of technicians here. The same person comes back each time, already knowing what your lawn needed last visit and what to check on this one.
Personal customer success manager
Questions go straight to one person who already knows your account, not a general support line you have to catch up every time.
How it works
Reliable Lawn Care Services in Boise
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Pick your package
Some homeowners want the whole season prepaid and off their plate, others prefer paying visit by visit. Three package tiers cover both, so you're not stuck with a plan that doesn't fit.
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Sit back and relax
We handle the scheduling end to end. Expect a 24-hour heads-up before every visit, never a technician showing up out of nowhere.
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Watch your lawn thrive
Give it a couple of weeks and the difference should be visible. Mow and water as you normally would, the treatments handle the rest.
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When does lawn care season start in Boise?
Soil temperatures here typically hit the 55°F mark needed for a pre-emergent application sometime between mid-March and early April, ahead of when crabgrass germinates in late April. Miss that window by even two weeks and crabgrass gets established for the whole summer, so timing this one matters more than almost anything else on the calendar.
What lawn care services do you provide in Boise?
Fertilization, weed control, mechanical and liquid aeration, Aeration Plus, and soil treatments make up the core program. Each one is calibrated for local conditions: feeding timed around Boise's alkaline soil, and aeration scheduled to work through compaction and caliche that generic programs don't account for.
How much does lawn care cost in Boise?
Lot size and package tier drive the price, nothing else. Pick a full prepaid season or pay per visit, and switch between them whenever your situation changes, no contract locks you in either way.
Why is Boise soil so tough on lawns?
South of the Boise River especially, you'll often hit caliche within the first foot or two of digging, a hardpan layer of cemented calcium carbonate that roots simply can't push through. Water pools above it instead of draining, which is why two yards a block apart can behave completely differently depending on how close that layer sits to the surface.
Why does my lawn look yellow even after fertilizing?
This is almost always iron chlorosis, not a feeding problem. Boise's alkaline soil locks iron into a form grass can't take up, so blades yellow between the veins while the veins themselves stay green, a pattern that's easy to mistake for disease. Chelated iron worked into your program corrects it because it stays available to the plant even in high-pH soil.
Why does part of my lawn have a ring of dead grass with green in the middle?
That frog-eye pattern is a known issue in Boise-area Kentucky bluegrass called necrotic ring spot, a soil-borne fungus that thrives in compacted, thatchy turf. Annual aeration and keeping thatch under half an inch are the two things that actually address the cause rather than just masking it.
When is the best time for lawn aeration in Boise?
Fall wins for long-term density, since roots get weeks to recover before winter without fighting summer heat at the same time. Spring aeration still earns its place on compacted or caliche-heavy lots, mainly because it opens the soil up before irrigation season so water actually reaches the roots instead of running off.
How often should my lawn be treated during the season?
Most Boise lawns land on a five-to-six week rhythm rather than the four-week standard that works in wetter climates, since alkaline soil needs steadier correction than one or two heavy feedings can provide. Your technician adjusts from there based on how the lawn actually responds.
When can kids and pets return to the lawn after treatment?
Once the treated area is dry to the touch, usually by the next morning, it's safe for kids and pets. Granular applications tend to dry faster than liquid ones, so your technician can tell you which was used and roughly what to expect that day.
What if weeds do not disappear after treatment?
Give it the full 10 to 14 days broadleaf treatments need to finish working before judging anything. Still there past that point? We come back and reapply at no charge.
Do you provide lawn care in Meridian too?
Yes, unchanged. Meridian shares Boise's caliche-influenced soil, frost dates, and crabgrass timing closely enough that the same program applies without adjustment.
FAQ?
You asked.
We answered.
We answered.
When does lawn care season start in Boise?
Soil temperatures here typically hit the 55°F mark needed for a pre-emergent application sometime between mid-March and early April, ahead of when crabgrass germinates in late April. Miss that window by even two weeks and crabgrass gets established for the whole summer, so timing this one matters more than almost anything else on the calendar.
What lawn care services do you provide in Boise?
Fertilization, weed control, mechanical and liquid aeration, Aeration Plus, and soil treatments make up the core program. Each one is calibrated for local conditions: feeding timed around Boise's alkaline soil, and aeration scheduled to work through compaction and caliche that generic programs don't account for.
How much does lawn care cost in Boise?
Lot size and package tier drive the price, nothing else. Pick a full prepaid season or pay per visit, and switch between them whenever your situation changes, no contract locks you in either way.
Why is Boise soil so tough on lawns?
South of the Boise River especially, you'll often hit caliche within the first foot or two of digging, a hardpan layer of cemented calcium carbonate that roots simply can't push through. Water pools above it instead of draining, which is why two yards a block apart can behave completely differently depending on how close that layer sits to the surface.
Why does my lawn look yellow even after fertilizing?
This is almost always iron chlorosis, not a feeding problem. Boise's alkaline soil locks iron into a form grass can't take up, so blades yellow between the veins while the veins themselves stay green, a pattern that's easy to mistake for disease. Chelated iron worked into your program corrects it because it stays available to the plant even in high-pH soil.
Why does part of my lawn have a ring of dead grass with green in the middle?
That frog-eye pattern is a known issue in Boise-area Kentucky bluegrass called necrotic ring spot, a soil-borne fungus that thrives in compacted, thatchy turf. Annual aeration and keeping thatch under half an inch are the two things that actually address the cause rather than just masking it.
When is the best time for lawn aeration in Boise?
Fall wins for long-term density, since roots get weeks to recover before winter without fighting summer heat at the same time. Spring aeration still earns its place on compacted or caliche-heavy lots, mainly because it opens the soil up before irrigation season so water actually reaches the roots instead of running off.
How often should my lawn be treated during the season?
Most Boise lawns land on a five-to-six week rhythm rather than the four-week standard that works in wetter climates, since alkaline soil needs steadier correction than one or two heavy feedings can provide. Your technician adjusts from there based on how the lawn actually responds.
When can kids and pets return to the lawn after treatment?
Once the treated area is dry to the touch, usually by the next morning, it's safe for kids and pets. Granular applications tend to dry faster than liquid ones, so your technician can tell you which was used and roughly what to expect that day.
What if weeds do not disappear after treatment?
Give it the full 10 to 14 days broadleaf treatments need to finish working before judging anything. Still there past that point? We come back and reapply at no charge.
Do you provide lawn care in Meridian too?
Yes, unchanged. Meridian shares Boise's caliche-influenced soil, frost dates, and crabgrass timing closely enough that the same program applies without adjustment.
Our lawn care services
Lawn Care Services Designed for Boise Yards
No two lots in the Treasure Valley behave quite the same way, depending on how close caliche sits to the surface, whether the yard runs bluegrass or fescue, and how much rock or gravel landscaping eats into the actual turf area. What follows is how each service adapts to that, rather than a program built for somewhere else and relabeled for Boise.
Lawn Fertilizer
Weed Control
Mechanical Aeration
Aeration Plus
Hardscape Weed Control
Super Juice
Sea Kelp Treatments
Liquid Aeration
Lawn Fertilization Services in Boise
Applications run on a tighter five-to-six week cycle instead of the four-week standard used in wetter regions, since alkaline soil releases nutrients less predictably. When chronic yellowing shows up despite regular feeding, chelated iron gets worked into the mix, since that's typically an uptake problem rather than a fertilizer gap.
Weed Control in Boise
Timing centers on crabgrass, which germinates locally in late April, so pre-emergent goes down based on soil temperature rather than a fixed date on the calendar. Dandelions and other broadleaf weeds get handled with post-emergent spot treatment through the rest of the season as they show up.
Mechanical Aeration in Boise, Idaho
This is the one service that does the most on a typical Boise lot, since it's the direct answer to caliche and compaction limiting root depth. It also cuts down on necrotic ring spot, a fungal disease that shows up almost exclusively in compacted, thatchy Kentucky bluegrass lawns around Boise.
Aeration Plus in Boise
Where caliche sits especially close to the surface, standard core aeration only gets you so far. This upgrade works further into the soil profile, which is where lots with the shallowest hardpan actually need the help.
Hardscape Weed Control in Boise
A lot of Treasure Valley properties mix turf with rock beds or gravel edging to cut down on water use, and weeds find those transition zones just as easily as cracks in a driveway. This service covers those areas separately so the water-conscious landscaping doesn't end up looking neglected.
Super Juice in Boise
A lawn that's just come through a run of 100-degree days needs something faster than a slow-release feeding can deliver. This liquid treatment gets nutrients to stressed grass quickly, right when the heat is doing the most damage.
Sea Kelp Treatments in Boise
Rather than reacting to summer stress after it hits, this biostimulant builds root strength ahead of it, applied at points in the season chosen to have the lawn ready before the heat arrives, not recovering from it.
Liquid Aeration in Boise
Newer sod, smaller Meridian lots, or yards packed tight against irrigation lines aren't always good candidates for core equipment. This option works the soil from within instead, no plugs, no cleanup, and no risk to shallow-rooted new turf.
Our Location
Yard Dawgs Lawn Care in Boise
Every visit here starts from three questions: how close is the caliche, what's actually growing in the yard, and how hard has this particular stretch of summer hit it. That's what separates a program built for the Treasure Valley from one just relabeled with a Boise address, and it applies the same way whether you're in Boise proper or just over the line in Meridian.
Address: Boise, ID
