Landscaping Virginia Beach VA | Call Gibson's Lawn Care

Moss thrives in our local conditions due to shade, acidic soil, and poor drainage. Our lawn care program tackles moss by correcting the underlying issues. We perform soil testing to adjust pH, improve drainage through aeration, and recommend proper pruning to increase sunlight. We then apply targeted treatments to remove existing moss and overseed with shade-tolerant grass varieties suitable for our climate, promoting a thick, moss-resistant turf.

Surface tree roots are common here and can create uneven, thin areas in your lawn. Our approach includes careful core aeration to relieve soil compaction and improve nutrient flow to grass roots around trees. We can also perform careful top-dressing to level the surface without harming the tree. For severe cases, we may recommend transitioning certain areas to shade-loving ground covers or mulched beds, providing a healthy, low-maintenance solution that protects both your trees and your lawn's appearance.

Our coastal climate requires a specific schedule. We focus on early spring pre-emergent weed control and fertilization to boost growth after winter. Summer care emphasizes proper mowing height to reduce heat stress and monitoring for pests. The critical fall season involves core aeration, overseeding with cool-season grasses, and a final fertilization to strengthen roots for winter. This year-round, locally-tailored schedule is designed to build a resilient lawn that can better resist moss, heat, and other regional challenges.