Lawn Care Services in Penelope, TX

Your Lawn Handled Right, Every Time

Professional lawn care services that work around your schedule, not the other way around.

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Professional Lawn Maintenance Penelope

What Your Property Looks Like After

Your grass stays green through Texas summers because someone finally understands how to work with our clay soil and unpredictable weather. You’re not spending weekends fighting weeds or wondering why your sprinkler system isn’t covering that back corner properly.

The neighbors notice. Your property value reflects the care. Most importantly, you’re not worried about it anymore.

You get your time back for things that matter more than pushing a mower in 95-degree heat. Your lawn maintenance happens on schedule, done right, by people who know the difference between St. Augustine and Bermuda grass and why that matters here in Central Texas.

Penelope Lawn Care Company

We've Been Doing This Since 2010

We’ve handled residential and commercial properties in Penelope and surrounding areas for over 14 years. We’re BBB certified and licensed for irrigation work because credentials matter when you’re trusting someone with your property.

We rebranded in 2022, but our experience and local knowledge stayed the same. We know how Texas weather affects your lawn, what works in our soil, and how to keep grass healthy when other companies are just cutting it short and moving on.

You’re dealing with people who understand that lawn care in Central Texas isn’t the same as lawn care anywhere else.

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Here's How We Handle Your Property

We start with a walkthrough of your property to understand what you’re dealing with. Every lawn has different challenges – drainage issues, shade problems, high-traffic areas that need special attention.

Then we create a maintenance schedule that makes sense for your grass type and your budget. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. St. Augustine needs different care than Bermuda, and your irrigation setup affects everything else we do.

The actual work happens consistently, on schedule, with professional equipment. We’re not showing up with a homeowner mower and a string trimmer. When there’s a problem or something needs adjusting, we handle it before it becomes your problem.

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Residential Lawn Mowing Services

What's Included in Your Service

Regular mowing with proper height for your grass type, because cutting too short kills grass in Texas heat. Weed control that actually works with our local weed varieties. Lawn aeration when your soil needs it, not just because it’s on a calendar.

We handle the irrigation side too – sprinkler system installation, repairs, and adjustments so your water isn’t running down the street instead of soaking into your lawn. Landscape design and flower bed maintenance when you want your property to look like more than just mowed grass.

The goal is comprehensive lawn care that works together. Your irrigation supports healthy grass growth, proper mowing keeps it strong, and weed control prevents problems before they take over your yard.

How often should my lawn be mowed during Texas summers?

Most Texas lawns need mowing every 7-10 days during growing season, but it depends on your grass type and how much water it’s getting. St. Augustine grows faster than Bermuda, especially with regular irrigation. We adjust the schedule based on actual growth, not a rigid calendar. During peak summer heat, we might mow slightly less frequently and leave the grass a bit taller to protect the roots. The key is never cutting more than one-third of the blade length at once, which stresses the grass and makes it more susceptible to heat damage.

What's the best time to aerate lawns in Central Texas?

Late spring or early fall work best for lawn aeration in our area, when the grass is actively growing but not stressed by extreme heat. Clay soil around Penelope compacts easily, especially in high-traffic areas, so most lawns benefit from aeration every 1-2 years. We typically recommend spring aeration if you’re planning to overseed or apply fertilizer, since the holes help nutrients reach the root system. Fall aeration helps prepare the lawn for winter and reduces spring compaction from heavy rains. The timing matters because aerating during summer heat or winter dormancy can actually harm the grass.

How do I know if my sprinkler system is working properly?

Look for uneven green patches, dry spots that never seem to get enough water, or areas where water pools instead of soaking in. Your water bill is another indicator – if it’s climbing without explanation, you might have leaks or inefficient coverage. We recommend checking each zone manually at least once a month during active watering season. Sprinkler heads get clogged, knocked out of alignment, or damaged by mowers. Most homeowners don’t realize their system isn’t covering evenly until they see brown patches. A properly functioning system should provide uniform coverage without runoff or missed areas.

What type of grass works best for Central Texas clay soil?

St. Augustine and Bermuda grass handle our clay soil and heat better than most varieties. St. Augustine stays green longer and tolerates shade better, but needs more water. Bermuda is extremely drought-tolerant and recovers quickly from damage, but goes dormant earlier in winter. Both need proper soil preparation and drainage to thrive in clay. We often recommend soil amendments during installation to improve drainage and root development. Zoysia is another option that’s gaining popularity for its low water requirements, but it establishes slowly. The choice depends on your specific site conditions, water availability, and maintenance preferences.

How long should I wait to use my lawn after weed control treatment?

Most weed control treatments require 24-48 hours before heavy foot traffic, depending on the product used and weather conditions. We always provide specific instructions after each application. Children and pets should stay off treated areas until the product has dried completely, usually 2-4 hours in normal conditions. Rain within 6 hours can reduce effectiveness, so we monitor weather forecasts before applying treatments. Pre-emergent treatments for preventing weeds have different restrictions than post-emergent treatments for existing weeds. We schedule applications when you can realistically keep traffic off the lawn for the required time period.

Why is my grass dying despite regular watering and mowing?

Overwatering kills more grass than underwatering, especially in clay soil that doesn’t drain well. Clay holds water longer than sandy soil, so roots can rot if they stay saturated. Other common causes include cutting too short (scalping), dull mower blades that tear instead of cut cleanly, or watering at the wrong time of day. Disease and pest problems also cause grass death despite proper basic care. We start with a soil test and examination of your current practices. Sometimes the solution is adjusting watering frequency, raising mower height, or treating underlying soil compaction. Each situation is different, which is why generic advice often doesn’t solve the problem.

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