WHY ORGANIC?

The toxic chemicals currently being used in landscaping have proven to be harmful to people, pets, and the environment. See which chemicals to look out for below.


The Environmental Protection Agency was exposed for corruption, which explains why these products are still on the market.


We use natural ingredients proven to work just as effectively. Our weed control and compost tea fertilizer add more nutrients to your lawn, resulting in healthier, greener grass that requires less watering.


Best of all, you never have to worry about exposing your family to dangerous chemicals!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Will it hurt my kids or pets?

    No! Our ingredients are natural and free of toxic chemicals.

  • Is it as effective as traditional chemicals?

    Yes. Most companies don't explore organic products because of their price, but we have successfully treated lawns for years using only natural ingredients. 

  • Will it hurt my existing plants and trees?

    No, it will actually help them.

  • How often do you apply treatments?

    • Weed control & fertilization every 5-6 weeks
    • Mosquito control every 3 weeks 
    • Pest control every 4 weeks
    • Fire ant control every 4 weeks
    • Tick control every 4 weeks
    • Snake repellent every 4 weeks
    • Ornamental treatment every 7 weeks
    • Fungicide treatment every 4 weeks
    • Mole/vole repellent every 4 weeks

  • How long will it take to see results?

    Every lawn is different but usually:

    • Within 7 days with weed control
    • Within 1 day for mosquito control

  • Is it more expensive than a traditional service?

    Slightly. However, we run a debt-free business and are able to pass our savings to our customers even though our materials cost more. 

  • Am I locked into a contract?

    No, it's a basic service agreement. You can cancel anytime. We will charge you for any remainig balance for services completed in you choose a package plan. 

  • What happens if it rains right after my treatment, is it still effective?

    Yes. The application only takes 15 minutes to set in. 

  • How organic are your products?

    • Mosquito control 100%
    • Fire ant control 100%
    • Weed control 100% & fertilizer 100% 
    • Tick control 100%
    • Snake repellent 100%
    • Ornamental treatment 100%
    • Grass killer (Roundup equivalent) 100%
    • Fungicide 100%
    • Mole/Vole repellent 100%
    • Pest Control 100%
    • Aeration/Seeding 100%

  • What are the main ingredients in your products?

    • Garlic
    • Citric acid
    • Lye
    • bat gumen
    • worm castings
    • kelp
    • chicken & cow compost
    • Potassium sorbate
    • Vinegar
    • Cedar wood oil
    • Sulfur
    • Vegetable oil
    • Clove
    • Thyme
    • corn gluten
    • milorganite
    • Other botanical oils or ingredients

Lawn & Pest Chemicals to Look Out For

Below are just a few of the most common herbicides and pesticides, and their health effects.

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2,4-D

2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D) can decrease fertility and raise the risk of birth defects. The World Health Organization (WHO) says 2,4-D herbicide possibly causes cancer in humans.


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Hydramethylnon

A pesticide the EPA has classified as likely to be carcinogenic for humans. An active ingredient in Amdro, a brand used for ant control.

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Atrazine

The EPA has declared atrazine as possibly carcinogenic to humans. And the CDC says “maternal exposure to atrazine in drinking water has been associated with low fetal weight and heart, urinary, and limb defects in humans".

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Paraquat

Paraquat is only available to licensed landscapers and is extremely harmful when breathed in. Even small exposure can lead to poisoning that damages the lungs and kidneys. Paraquat poisoning is also possible with skin exposure.

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Glyphosate

The WHO has classified glyphosate (the main ingredient in Roundup) as probably carcinogenic to humans. 25 countries have now banned or restricted the use of glyphosate-based herbicides.



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Permethrin

An insecticide that is lethal to bees and classified as a likely carcinogenic to humans by the EPA. Used for broad range of pests, such as fleas, ticks, cockroaches, flies, and mosquitoes

"The Toxic Ten" - Most Common

Lawn Care & Pest Control Pesticides

Are you exposed to these 10 toxic pesticides used lawn care or pest control? Find out the the which products these chemicals lurk in and their damaging effects on your health.

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