L.S. Custer Construction & Landscaping | General Contractors & Landscaping in Harrisburg, PA 17110

Our Harrisburg-specific lawn care program targets patchy grass with core aeration to relieve soil compaction, overseeding with Pennsylvania-hardy grass blends, and customized fertilization. We address the underlying causes common in our local clay-heavy soils to promote thick, even growth that withstands our seasonal changes.

We use a multi-step approach: proper mulch depth (2-3 inches), pre-emergent weed barriers before mulching, and regular maintenance visits. For existing weed problems, we carefully remove weeds without disturbing plant roots, then refresh with quality mulch that suppresses future growth—particularly important with our local weed varieties like chickweed and ground ivy.

Absolutely. Many Harrisburg lawn issues stem from trees—excessive shade causes thin grass, while surface roots compete for nutrients. Our certified arborists provide strategic pruning to increase sunlight penetration, root zone fertilization to reduce surface rooting, and proper tree health care to create balanced growing conditions for your entire landscape.