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🌱 Green Week Is Coming — Our Biggest Lawn Care Savings of the Year!
Thanksgiving isn’t just about turkey and family — it’s also about saving BIG on your lawn care for next year! At Turf Geeks , Green Week runs November 24–26 , and it’s your once-a-year chance to lock in 13% off your 2026 Lawn Care Program when you prepay. That’s our biggest discount of the year , and it only lasts three days — right before Thanksgiving! 💰 Why Green Week Is Such a Big Deal Normally, our prepay discount is 9% off , but during Green Week you’ll get a full 13
jason clarkson
4 days ago2 min read


🌱 Why Late-Fall & Winter Lawn Care Is So Important in Kansas City
When the leaves start to fall and the temperatures drop, it’s easy to think your lawn is done for the year. But the truth is— what you do for your lawn in late fall and early winter sets the stage for how it performs next spring. At Turf Geeks, we’re all about helping Kansas City and Liberty homeowners geek out about their lawns year-round. Here’s why winter lawn care matters and the four key steps that make a huge difference. Fertilizer: Feeding the Roots Before the Freez
jason clarkson
6 days ago2 min read


Why Doesn’t My Lawn Look Good? Even When I Hire a Lawn Care Company (or Do It Myself)
If you live in Kansas City, Liberty, Lee’s Summit, or Blue Springs , you’re not alone if your lawn doesn’t look like you imagined it would — even with professional help or hours of DIY work. The truth is, most lawns struggle because of three simple habits that make or break how grass grows: mowing, watering, and fertilizing. Before you blame the weather (or your lawn care company), ask yourself — are you doing these three things good , great , or not good ? 1️⃣ Are You Mowin
jason clarkson
Oct 263 min read


🌱 Why Turf Geeks Starts Winterizers in November — and Why It’s One of the Most Important Lawn Applications of the Year
As temperatures cool across Kansas City, lawns begin preparing for winter dormancy — but that doesn’t mean it’s time to stop caring for them. At Turf Geeks , we start our Winterizer applications in early November and continue through mid-December , giving your grass the nutrients it needs to recover from summer stress and thrive next spring. 💪 What Makes the Turf Geeks Fertilizer Program Different Most lawn care companies throw all their fertilizer down in one or two heavy
jason clarkson
Oct 213 min read


Why Weed Control Struggles During Drought — and Why Kansas City Lawns Still Need Water for Results
The Truth: Weed Control Needs Water to Work When lawns dry out, everything slows down—including how weed control products move through plants. At Turf Geeks, we’re seeing it firsthand across Kansas City this fall: drought-stressed weeds simply don’t respond the same way to treatments. Here’s the science behind it—and what you can do to help your applications work their best. 💧 Why Water Matters for Weed Control Most liquid and granular herbicides depend on plant activity and
jason clarkson
Oct 173 min read


Why Turf Geeks Wraps Up Aeration & Seeding by Mid-October — and Why Fall Fertilizer Is Crucial
As the Kansas City nights turn cooler and mornings start to frost, Turf Geeks officially puts the aerators away around October 15th each year. It’s not about slowing down—it’s about protecting your investment . Here’s a deep dive into why this cutoff matters, how frost impacts new grass, and why fall fertilizer is one of the most important things you can do for your lawn all year. 🌱 Why We Stop Aeration & Seeding Around October 15th 1️⃣ Frost Threatens New Seedlings Once
jason clarkson
Oct 173 min read


🍂 Let’s Break a Myth About Lawn Care: We Don’t Stop Mowing in October
Every year around this time, we hear it: “It’s October — time to park the mower!” Not so fast, Turf Geek family. That’s one of the...
jason clarkson
Oct 72 min read


How to Irrigate Your Lawn in Kansas City Without a Sprinkler System
Not every Kansas City homeowner has an in-ground irrigation system—and that’s okay! You can still keep your grass healthy and green using...
jason clarkson
Oct 12 min read


Fall Lawn Care in Kansas City: What to Do With All Those Leaves 🍂
Fall in Kansas City is one of the most important times of year for your lawn. Cooler temps, shorter days, and falling leaves all play a...
jason clarkson
Sep 252 min read


Why Kansas City Lawns Are Struggling: From Summer Rains to Fall Drought
If you’ve noticed your lawn looking tired, thin, or brown lately—you’re not alone. Across Kansas City, lawns are showing signs of stress....
jason clarkson
Sep 92 min read


How to Care for New Grass Seed: A Complete Guide from Turf Geeks
Seeding season is here in Kansas City, and if you’re on our schedule for aeration and overseeding, you’re already on the right track to a...
jason clarkson
Aug 252 min read


Armyworms Are Marching into Kansas City – Here’s What You Need to Know
It’s happening again — armyworms are making their way across Kansas City . Reports are coming in from neighborhoods all over the metro,...
jason clarkson
Aug 92 min read


Why Fall Aeration and Seeding Is the Best Thing You Can Do for Your Lawn
As Kansas City’s summer heat starts to wind down, fall becomes the perfect time to give your lawn the boost it needs to thrive. The #1 ...
jason clarkson
Aug 43 min read


🐛 Armyworms in Kansas? What KC Homeowners Should Know (and How to Protect Your Lawn)
As we move into the heart of summer in Kansas City, lawns are already under pressure from heat, drought, and inconsistent rainfall. But...
jason clarkson
Jul 132 min read


Why Fall Is the Best Time for Lawn Aeration and Seeding in Kansas City
Can You Believe It’s July? Just 50 Days Until Aeration & Seeding Season! It might be summer, but believe it or not, we're only about 50...
jason clarkson
Jul 52 min read


4th of July in Kansas City: Lawn Care, Insect Protection & Backyard Fun from Turf Geeks
The 4th of July is almost here, and Kansas City lawns are soaking up the recent rain with warm summer temps just ahead. Whether you’re...
jason clarkson
Jun 292 min read


Summer Is Heating Up – Is Your Lawn Ready?
Summer in Kansas City is knocking, and the heat is already making its presence known. At Turf Geeks, we know high temps and humidity can...
jason clarkson
Jun 162 min read


🪲 Japanese Beetles and Bagworms in Kansas City: What They Are and How They Threaten Your Landscape
Kansas City homeowners take pride in their lawns and landscapes—but two pests can do serious damage if left unchecked: Japanese beetles...
jason clarkson
Jun 102 min read


Summer Lawn Prep in Kansas City: What You Should Be Doing Right Now
Summer is here , and if you live in the Kansas City area, you know that means more heat, more humidity, and more pressure on your lawn....
jason clarkson
Jun 72 min read


Nut Sedge Alert in Kansas City Lawns: What to Know and How to Treat It
Kansas City homeowners know that summer lawn care isn't just about mowing and watering—it’s also about staying ahead of weeds like nut...
jason clarkson
May 272 min read
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