
Fertilizer & Weed Control Program
We provide expert herbicide and fertilizer application services for commercial & residential properties across Wisconsin. Following Wisconsin’s horticultural and DATCP guidelines, our certified applicators deliver precise, customized treatments to promote healthy, vibrant landscapes.
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From weed control to full-season lawn care, we combine science-backed practices with advanced equipment to ensure exceptional results. Contact us today to enhance your property!
Common Programs
Our programs are tailored to Wisconsin's cool-season grasses, like Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, and fine fescues, ensuring strong, year-round performance for your lawn.

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5-Step Fertilization and Herbicide Program
Our 5-step program is designed to promote healthy, lush lawns while controlling weeds throughout the growing season.
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Early Spring (March-April)
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Goal: Jumpstart growth and prevent crabgrass.
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Application: A pre-emergent herbicide combined with a balanced fertilizer to strengthen roots and prevent early-season weeds like crabgrass from germinating.
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Late Spring (May-June)
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Goal: Enhance growth and control broadleaf weeds.
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Application: Fertilizer with a focus on nitrogen for vibrant green growth, paired with a broadleaf weed control herbicide to tackle dandelions and clover.
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Summer (June-July)
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Goal: Maintain health and prevent stress.
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Application: A slow-release fertilizer to sustain growth and strengthen the turf, often combined with spot treatment for stubborn weeds.
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Early Fall (August-September)
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Goal: Boost recovery and prepare for cooler weather.
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Application: A fertilizer high in nitrogen to repair summer damage and encourage healthy growth, often paired with a weed control treatment.
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Late Fall (October-November)
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Goal: Strengthen roots and prepare for winter dormancy.
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Application: A winterizer fertilizer with potassium to promote root health and resilience during the winter months.
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Fertilization Program
A well-designed fertilization program for Wisconsin lawns focuses on promoting healthy, lush grass while addressing the state’s unique climate, soil conditions, and growing seasons.
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Early Spring (March–April)
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Objective: Wake up the lawn after winter dormancy.
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Application: A balanced fertilizer with nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium to jumpstart growth and strengthen roots.
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Late Spring (May–June)
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Objective: Promote dense growth and tackle emerging weeds.
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Application: Fertilizer with a higher nitrogen content to boost lush, green growth. This is often combined with a pre-emergent herbicide for crabgrass and a weed control product for broadleaf weeds.
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Summer (July–August)
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Objective: Protect the lawn during heat and drought stress.
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Application: A slow-release or organic fertilizer to provide steady nutrients without overfeeding. Focus on maintaining the lawn’s health rather than promoting rapid growth.
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Early Fall (September–October)
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Objective: Repair summer damage and encourage thick growth.
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Application: Fertilizer with high nitrogen to replenish nutrients and prepare for cooler weather. This is an ideal time for overseeding if the lawn has thin or patchy areas.
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Late Fall (October–November)
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Objective: Strengthen roots for winter dormancy.
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Application: A "winterizer" fertilizer high in potassium to improve root health and enhance the lawn’s resilience during Wisconsin’s cold winters.
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Herbicide Applications to Parking & Gravel Lots
Maintaining weed-free gravel parking lots requires multiple herbicide applications to address both existing weeds and prevent future growth.
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Initial Application (Spring – Early Growing Season)
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Objective: Eliminate existing weeds and prevent seed germination.
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Application: A combination of a post-emergent herbicide to kill actively growing weeds and a pre-emergent herbicide to suppress future weed growth. Common products target broadleaf weeds, grasses, and stubborn perennials like dandelions and crabgrass.
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Mid-Season Maintenance (Summer)
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Objective: Control any new weed growth and manage tough or persistent weeds.
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Application: Apply a selective or non-selective post-emergent herbicide, depending on the level of weed infestation. Spot treatments may be used for areas where weeds are particularly dense.
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Late Season Application (Fall)
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Objective: Target perennial weeds and prevent winter germination.
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Application: Apply a systemic post-emergent herbicide to eliminate deep-rooted perennials like thistle and bindweed, ensuring they don’t survive the winter.
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Optional Soil Sterilant (As Needed)
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Objective: Long-term prevention of weed growth in problem areas.
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Application: A soil sterilant or residual herbicide may be applied in areas where vegetation growth needs to be completely eliminated for an extended period (e.g., gravel areas with no desired plant life).
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This multi-step approach ensures gravel parking lots remain clear, functional, and visually appealing throughout the year.
INDUSTRIES WE SERVE
​Our team serves commercial clients in a variety of industries, including:
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CORPORATE
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DATA CENTERS
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EDUCATION
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FINANCIAL
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GOVERNMENT
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HOSPITALITY
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INDUSTRIAL
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INSURANCE
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LOGISTICS
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MEDICAL
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RETAIL
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TRANSPORTATION
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WAREHOUSE
Servicing Critical Infrastructure
​Specialized to service the most critical pieces of our countries infrastructure:
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CONDO & APARTMENT BUILDINGS
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DISTRIBUTION
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HIGH TRAFFIC
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HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATIONS
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HOSPITALS & CLINICS
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RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES & HOMES
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LARGE RETAIL CENTERS
Let’s Work Together
Servicing: Lake MIlls, Cambridge, Deerfield, Johnson Creek, Jefferson, Madison, Cottage Grove, Monona, Sun Prairie & Jefferson County
Contact Information:
Commercial: Info@madisonlawnandsnow.com
Residential: Lakemillslawnandsnow@gmail.com