Maple Grove, MN

Scott's Lawn Care

4.3 (27 reviews)

Scott's Lawn Care is a lawn care service located in Maple Grove, Minnesota, serving the local community with established expertise. With a 4.3-star rating from 27 customer reviews, they are well-regarded by local customers. More information is available on their website—contact them directly to discuss your lawn care needs.

Service area: Serves the greater Maple Grove area.

(763) 479-8155 Website View on Google Maps
1385 County Rd 19, Maple Plain, MN 55359, USA

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Lawn Care in Maple Grove

Scott's Lawn Care serves customers in Maple Grove, MN, which sits in the Cool-Season Northern climate zone. Lawn care timing here means working with Kentucky bluegrass and Tall fescue grasses through a mid-april through late october mow season.

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Mow season
Pre-emergent
Fertilize
Aeration
Overseeding
Dormancy
Mow season
Pre-emergent crabgrass
Fertilization application
Aeration
Overseeding
Dormancy
Mow frequency
Once a week from mid-April through October when grass is actively growing. Slow to bi-weekly during mid-summer heat stress and early spring/late fall.
Mow height
Tall fescue and Kentucky bluegrass: 3 to 4 inches. Raise to the high end (4 inches) during summer heat to shade roots. Lower (2.5 inches) for the final fall cut.
Pre-emergent timing
Mid-March to mid-April — apply when soil temperatures reach 55°F or forsythia bushes start blooming
Aeration window
Early to mid-September — the optimal window when soil temperatures cool and roots resume active growth

What to know about hiring a Maple Grove pro

Northern lawns face white grubs in mid-summer (a mid-July preventative is standard) and snow mold in late winter where snow piles linger. Brown patch fungus appears during humid July-August heat spells. Many states including Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan restrict phosphorus in non-establishment fertilizer to protect waterways. Kentucky bluegrass and tall fescue dominate the region because they tolerate cold winters and recover well in the cool spring and fall growing windows.

When evaluating Scott's Lawn Care or any other lawn care provider in Maple Grove, ask how they handle the local timing windows above — a pro who can explain their pre-emergent schedule and seasonal approach is one who knows the MN climate.

Lawn care licensing in Minnesota

Minnesota commercial pesticide applicators are licensed by MDA Pesticide and Fertilizer Management Division under Category A (Agricultural Pest Control) or Category E (Turf and Ornamental Pest Control). Minnesota enforces a phosphorus fertilizer law similar to neighboring states — phosphorus restricted on established lawns.

What to ask Scott's Lawn Care

Verify the MDA Category E commercial license. Ask how they comply with the Minnesota phosphorus restriction — established lawns should not receive phosphorus except after a soil test shows deficiency.

Licensing administered by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA). Verify any commercial applicator credential through the MDA public license lookup.

Lawn Care FAQs for Maple Grove

Common questions homeowners ask about lawn care in Maple Grove.

When does mowing season start in Maple Grove, MN?
Mid-April through late October
How often should I mow my lawn in Maple Grove?
Once a week from mid-April through October when grass is actively growing. Slow to bi-weekly during mid-summer heat stress and early spring/late fall.
What is the best mowing height for a lawn in Maple Grove?
Tall fescue and Kentucky bluegrass: 3 to 4 inches. Raise to the high end (4 inches) during summer heat to shade roots. Lower (2.5 inches) for the final fall cut.
When should I apply pre-emergent crabgrass control in Maple Grove?
Mid-March to mid-April — apply when soil temperatures reach 55°F or forsythia bushes start blooming
When is the best time to aerate a lawn in Maple Grove?
Early to mid-September — the optimal window when soil temperatures cool and roots resume active growth
When should I overseed my lawn in Maple Grove?
Mid-September, immediately after aeration — perennial ryegrass germinates fastest, Kentucky bluegrass takes longer
How much water does a lawn in Maple Grove need?
1 to 1.5 inches per week during active growth, including rainfall. Deep, infrequent watering (2-3 times per week) beats daily shallow watering. Reduce during winter dormancy.
Do I need a sprinkler system for a lawn in Maple Grove?
Irrigation is helpful but not required — natural rainfall typically covers most of the season. Established lawns survive 2-3 weeks of summer drought by going semi-dormant.
What grass types are common in Maple Grove, Minnesota?
Kentucky bluegrass, Tall fescue, Perennial ryegrass, Fine fescue. Cool-season grasses thrive in spring and fall. Summer heat stress above 85°F requires raising mowing height to 3-4 inches and watering deeply but infrequently. Avoid fertilizing during heat waves.
What pests, diseases, and local regulations affect lawns in Maple Grove?
Northern lawns face white grubs in mid-summer (a mid-July preventative is standard) and snow mold in late winter where snow piles linger. Brown patch fungus appears during humid July-August heat spells. Many states including Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan restrict phosphorus in non-establishment fertilizer to protect waterways. Kentucky bluegrass and tall fescue dominate the region because they tolerate cold winters and recover well in the cool spring and fall growing windows.

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