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Keeping your Blacksburg lawn in top condition shouldn't feel like a Virginia Tech finals week project. LawnStarter helps you tackle the seasonal rollercoaster your turf endures with expert care and zero hassle.

Our trusted professionals offer targeted weed and pest control, customized mowing, fertilization, and tailored soil treatments, all designed to keep your lawn care effortless and budget-friendly. 

Best Grass Types for Blacksburg

In Blacksburg, the summer heat can be brutal, so warm-season grasses are typically the best choice. However, you can also grow some cool-season varieties to create a lush green carpet in spring and fall. The most common varieties here are: 

• Zoysiagrass: A thick, carpet-like warm-season turf that stands strong against foot traffic and tolerates drought. Mow it between 1 and 2 inches and watch for thatch buildup.
• Bermudagrass: This warm-season cultivar is sun-loving and robust but needs frequent mowing due to its fast growth rate. Fertilize it regularly and mow it between 1.5 and 2.5 inches.
• Kentucky bluegrass: It’s a cool-season cultivar known for its quick establishment and rich green appearance, but it struggles in direct sunlight. Maintain a mowing height of about 2.5 inches.
• Tall fescue: This cool-season cultivar is durable and heat-resistant, but you’ll need to mow it frequently. Once it gets to 3 inches, mow it back down to 2 inches.

The best mowing schedule: Mow cool-season grasses weekly during their peak growth in late spring and early fall. For the warm-season grasses, mow every 5 to 7 days in July and August.

Other Outdoor Services We Offer

LawnStarter's pros offer comprehensive outdoor services to help make your lawn and landscape as beautiful and enjoyable as possible.

• Aeration: Relieve soil compaction to promote better grass growth.
• Landscaping: Our pros will design the perfect landscape for your Blacksburg yard, whether you want decorative mulch or a native plant garden.
• Seasonal cleanup: Start fresh after autumn leaves, winter storms, and spring blossoms with the help of our cleanup crews.

Ready to trade yard work for more relaxing strolls along the Huckleberry Trail and game days cheering on the Hokies at Lane Stadium? Reach out for a personalized quote today.