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Tim’s Lawn Health Program — Brandon, FL
I designed this 6-round program specifically for Tampa Bay’s growing cycle. Fertilization, weed control, pest prevention, and soil testing — all for $59/month. Not a franchise formula. A Tim Fitzwater original.
Start Tim’s Health ProgramI’m Tim Fitzwater, and through Edge 2 Hedges I designed a Lawn Health Program specifically for Florida’s subtropical turf grasses — not from a franchise playbook, but from years of hands-on experience managing turf in Tampa Bay and ongoing UF/IFAS extension education. Serving homeowners in Brandon, Florida and throughout Hillsborough County, my 6-round program includes slow-release fertilization calibrated to each season, pre-emergent and post-emergent weed control, targeted pest prevention for chinch bugs, sod webworms, and armyworms, brown patch fungus monitoring, and annual soil pH testing. Each round is timed to Florida’s growing cycle so your lawn gets the right nutrients and protection at exactly the right time. The program starts at $59 per month and includes a free initial lawn analysis.
Why Your Lawn Is Struggling (And Mowing Won’t Fix It)
1Nutrient Starvation
Brandon’s sandy soil drains fast. Nutrients wash through before your grass can absorb them. Without slow-release fertilization timed to growth cycles, your turf is starving even if it looks okay on the surface.
2Weed Invasion
Florida’s warm, wet climate is weed paradise. Without pre-emergent herbicide before germination windows, crabgrass, dollarweed, and torpedo grass establish fast and steal your lawn’s nutrients.
3Pest Damage
Southern chinch bugs are the number one killer of St. Augustine in Tampa Bay. By the time you see brown patches, significant turf loss has already occurred. Prevention is 10x cheaper than recovery.
4Wrong Timing
The big-box products you grab at the hardware store aren’t timed to Tampa Bay’s climate. Fertilizing at the wrong moment can feed weeds instead of your grass — or worse, burn it in summer heat.
My 6-Round Lawn Health Calendar
I designed every round around Tampa Bay’s specific pest cycles, weed germination windows, and soil conditions. This isn’t something I copied from a textbook — it’s what I’ve learned works in Brandon’s climate after seven years of hands-on experience.
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Round 1 — Feb to Mar
Pre-emergent + slow-release fertilizer (16-4-8). Blocks spring weeds before they germinate. First feeding as your lawn wakes up.
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Round 2 — Apr to May
Post-emergent spot treatment + second feeding + chinch bug preventive. Catches weeds that slipped through. Chinch bug prevention starts before summer explosion.
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Round 3 — Jun to Jul
Summer formula (15-0-15) + iron application. Switches to heat protection. Potassium for roots, iron for color without pest-attracting growth.
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Round 4 — Aug to Sep
Targeted pest treatment + fungicide if needed. Peak pest window. Proactive insecticide prevents damage. Fungicide only if disease detected.
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Round 5 — Oct to Nov
Fall pre-emergent + potassium-heavy (5-0-15) + soil test. Prevents winter weeds. Builds root reserves. Soil test plans next year’s adjustments.
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Round 6 — Dec to Jan
Winter assessment + spot treatment + program review. Light maintenance. Assess, identify issues, plan next year based on soil results.
What Tim’s Health Program Costs
I keep these prices competitive because I want every Brandon homeowner to be able to afford a real lawn health program, not just a mow-and-go.
| Plan | Price | Includes | Best For |
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| Health Only | $59/month | 6-round program, soil test | You mow yourself or have another mower |
| Tim’s Total Package Best Deal | $89/month | Health + weekly mowing | One guy for everything |
| One-Time Treatment | $75–$125 | Single application | Addressing a specific problem now |
After every treatment I send you a summary of what I applied and why. Your soil test results are yours to keep.
What Makes My Program Different
Prevent, Don’t React
Pre-emergent herbicides block weeds before germination. Preventive insecticides stop chinch bugs before damage. By the time you can see a problem, it’s already costing you.
Full Transparency
After every treatment I send you a summary of what I applied and why. Your soil test results are yours to keep. No mystery products, no fine-print add-ons.
Florida Lawn Threats Tim Watches For
Knowing what to look for is half the battle. Here’s the short list of pests, diseases, and weeds I keep an eye on every visit.
Pests
Southern Chinch Bug — #1 St. Augustine killer. Black, 1/5 inch, white wings. Injects toxin blocking water uptake. Peak Jun–Sep.
Tropical Sod Webworm — green caterpillars feeding at night. Irregular close-clipped patches. Peak May–Oct.
Diseases
Brown Patch — circular patches with dark “smoke ring” border. Late summer/fall. Worsened by excess nitrogen.
Take-All Root Rot — attacks below soil. Turf thin, yellow, pulls up easily.
Weeds
Dollarweed — round leaves, indicates overwatering.
Crabgrass — summer annual, prevented by Round 1 pre-emergent.
Torpedo Grass — extremely aggressive invasive.
What I Apply
UF/IFAS-aligned fertilizer formulations for Central FL St. Augustine. Targeted spot treatments instead of blanket applications. Soil test once per year so we’re fixing the right thing.
Lawn Health FAQ — Tim’s Answers
How much does Tim’s Lawn Health Program cost?
$59/month for the full 6-round program. My Total Package with weekly mowing is $89/month — that’s the deal most folks end up choosing once they realize one company handles everything.
When should I start?
Any time. Starting before March catches the Round 1 pre-emergent window. Starting later, I customize your first round to what your lawn needs right now — you’re not penalized for joining mid-year.
Safe for kids and pets?
Yes. Professional-grade products, safe when applied correctly. Stay off until dry — usually 1 to 2 hours. I leave clear re-entry guidelines on every visit so you never have to guess.
Why not just weed-and-feed from the store?
Honestly, fertilizer timing and weed control timing almost never match up. Some herbicides in those bagged products damage St. Augustine in our heat. I apply separately, at the right times, with the right products for what your lawn is actually doing that month.
How long until I see results?
Improved color in 2–4 weeks. Weed reduction in 3–6 weeks. Full transformation in 3–6 months. Lawn care is a marathon, not a sprint — but you’ll see the trend turn fast.
Can I keep my current mower?
Absolutely. My health program is standalone. Plenty of my customers mow themselves. But if you want one guy handling everything, my Total Package is $89/month.
Other Services Tim Offers
Give Your Lawn the Care It Actually Needs
I’ll come walk your property, hand you a free analysis, and quote your first round. No pressure.