Why 5 Applications Per Year is All Your Lawn Needs

At Yard Boss Lawns, we provide a 5-application lawn care program designed to give your lawn everything it needs to thrive—all while keeping things simple, effective, and cost-efficient.

Why Not 6 or 7 Applications?

You may be wondering, wouldn’t 6 or 7 applications be better? The simple answer is no—it’s just the same treatments split into more visits. Many companies that offer 6- or 7-step programs are spreading out what we already provide in 5 visits.

Here’s what often happens in a 6-step program:
✔️ The 6th application is typically grub control, which many companies charge as a separate visit.
✔️ Some 6-step programs double-bill for the third visit, making it appear as an extra service when it’s not.

Decades ago, grub control and fertilizer had to be applied separately due to product limitations. But with advancements in lawn care technology, fertilizer and grub control can now be applied in a single treatment.

At Yard Boss Lawns, we combine grub control, fertilizer, and weed control into one visit at no additional cost. That means our 3rd application covers all three services in a single, efficient treatment.

Concerned About Weeds Between Visits?

Some homeowners worry that fewer visits mean weeds will take over in between applications. But don’t worry—we’ve got you covered!

✔️ We offer FREE service calls—if you notice weeds popping up, just give us a call, and we’ll come out the next Thursday to take care of it at no extra charge.

The Truth About 7-Application Programs

Many 7-step programs simply add an extra round of fertilizer, often at a low rate that requires more frequent applications. This method, known as spoon-feeding, delivers fertilizer in small amounts multiple times a year.

At Yard Boss Lawns, we use premium slow-release fertilizers that feed your lawn for 6-8 weeks per application. This ensures your lawn gets a steady, long-lasting supply of nutrients without the need for unnecessary extra visits.

The Problem with Late-Season Applications

Another issue with 6- and 7-step programs is that they often apply the final treatment too late—long after the grass has gone dormant.

✔️ Ideally, the last application should be done while the grass is still growing but preparing for dormancy.
✔️ Grass typically goes dormant in late November, depending on the weather.

When applications are squeezed into more visits, the last treatment often provides no real benefit because the lawn can’t absorb nutrients once it’s dormant.

Yard Boss: The Smarter, More Effective Lawn Care Program

With our 5-step program, you get all the essential treatments without unnecessary extra visits or costs.

✅ Comprehensive lawn care in just 5 visits
✅ Grub control, fertilizer & weed control combined in one efficient treatment
✅ Slow-release fertilizers for long-lasting results
✅ FREE service calls for weed touch-ups between visits

Why pay for extra visits you don’t need? Get the best results with Yard Boss Lawns’ 5-application program—because quality matters more than quantity!