The Greener Blade

08/11/2026

To say the least it was hot and the grass diseases have been at an all time high not to mention the watering stress! Lawns should recover in September and October.

It’s not too late to get a fall aeration and over-seeding scheduled to help the lawns recover what was lost from July/august

July was the hottest month on record, according to NOAA. FULL STORY: bit.ly/4qkhEiL

08/07/2026

Your Best Lawn Starts This Fall. 🌱

Your lawn has worked hard all summer—now it's time to give it the comeback it deserves.

Fall is the #1 season for aeration and overseeding because cooler temperatures and ideal growing conditions help new grass establish deep, healthy roots before winter. Aeration relieves compacted soil, while overseeding fills in thin areas for a thicker, greener, more resilient lawn next spring.

Don't wait until spring to wish you'd started this fall. Invest in your lawn now and enjoy the results for seasons to come.

Ready for a healthier, greener lawn? Contact Greener Blade today to schedule your fall aeration and overseeding!

07/24/2026

Late summer is one of the most important times of the year for your lawn! 🌱

The steps you take now can make all the difference in how your lawn looks this fall, and how it comes back next spring.

Contact Greener Blade to schedule your late summer services!

www.greenerblade.com
(952) 406-1999

07/21/2026

The Results Really Do Speak for Themselves. 🌱

On the left: rich color, thicker turf, consistent growth and clean, professional striping.

On the right: a lawn that simply is not getting the same level of care.

A healthier, greener lawn does not happen by accident. It takes the right fertilization program, proper timing and a team that understands what Minnesota turf needs throughout the season.

The grass really is greener on our side.

Learn more or request an estimate:
www.greenerblade.com

07/03/2026

Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸

This weekend we celebrate the beauty of home, community, and the freedom to enjoy the spaces that bring us together. Whether you're hosting family, grilling with friends, or simply relaxing in your backyard, we hope your day is filled with sunshine, laughter, and lasting memories.

From all of us at Greener Blade, have a safe and happy Independence Day!

www.greenerblade.com
(952) 406-1999

07/02/2026

Small Insect. Big Tree Damage.

The emerald ash borer may be tiny, but the damage it causes to ash trees can be serious. Once an infestation takes hold, ash trees can decline quickly, often before homeowners realize how much damage has already been done.

If you have ash trees on your property, preventative treatment can make a major difference.

The Greener Blade provides professional ash tree injection services designed to help protect against emerald ash borer damage and preserve the health, shade, and beauty of your landscape.

Protect your trees before the damage goes too far. Pricing at $7/diameter inch – THE BEST DEAL IN TOWN!

Request an estimate today.
www.greenerblade.com/tree-services
(952) 406-1999

06/27/2026

Very true

Height Of cut is critical.
Cut your lawn at 3.25-3.5.
If you cut too short the sun will heat up the soil too much. Crabgrass loves heat! If you simply keep your grass longer it will shade the soil keeping it cooler thus reducing crabgrass opportunities

Let’s be honest… crabgrass isn’t just “random” 😅

It’s not showing up because your lawn is unlucky—

It’s showing up because it found an opportunity.

Crabgrass loves lawns that are:
• Cut too short ✂️
• Low in fertility (especially nitrogen) 🌱
• Stressed from drought, insects, or disease 😬
• Thin and open with bare spots
• Compacted (hello driveways & sidewalks 👀)

Basically… when your good grass struggles, crabgrass moves in like it owns the place.

👉 It’s not the cause… it’s the symptom.

The real fix?

Build a lawn that can compete—thicker, healthier, and managed right.

Because when your turf is dense and thriving…
crabgrass doesn’t stand much of a chance.

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06/24/2026

Make your dock and boat canopy a more comfortable place to spend the summer.

The Greener Blade’s Boat Canopy Insect Control Service helps reduce pests around your favorite lakefront spaces — so you can spend less time swatting and more time on the water.

Schedule your service today:
www.greenerblade.com
(952) 406-1999

We are a full service lawn and snow company, specializing in the application of fertilizer and w**d control

06/19/2026

Protect your Dock and Boat Canopy before insects take over.

The Greener Blade’s Boat Canopy Insect Control service helps reduce cobwebs, insects, and unwanted mess around your dock, boat lift, and canopy - so your lake days start cleaner and more comfortably.

Schedule your service today:
www.greenerblade.com
(952) 406-1999

06/17/2026

Built for Minnesota. Built to Last.

Whether you’re creating a new patio, updating a walkway, or adding a more functional outdoor living space, The Greener Blade brings quality paver installation and landscape experience to every project.

Let’s make your outdoor space work harder and look better.

Call (952) 406-1999 or visit www.greenerblade.com to get started.