To our many loyal customers, our sincere thanks to all of you for enduring the hardships of the record setting Winter of 2010-11. Many challenges were faced by the plow drivers and our customers this winter, with the heavy steady snowfalls. Minnesotans are truly a hardy bunch – especially those of us who did not […]
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Call us: 612-869-5878 E-mail: info@parkwaylawn.com Snowstorm 5th Largest on Record Blizzard of December 10-11, 2010* This blizzard will be remembered as the one that deflated the dome in the 21st century. At 17.1 inches it was the largest snowstorm on record for December, and the fifth largest in the Twin Cities going back to 1891. […]
Renovating and Seeding Your Lawn The extreme hot we have had this season has caused severe damage and thinning out of turf grass. Considering this stressful condition that many yards have experienced, Parkway Lawn Service will be doing a great deal of Over Seeding and Lawn Renovation this fall. AUGUST 15th THRU THE END OF […]
This article says it best. By Gary Johnson, University of Minnesota Extension St. Paul, MN (8/6/2007) “For trees and shrubs, the single, most effective way to moderate soil moisture fluctuations and reduce irrigation is to apply a generous layer of mulch (preferably organic). It is astonishing how long the soil below a generous mulch […]
TEMPORARY MOWING SERVICE… If you, a neighbor, a friend or relative need short term lawn services, Parkway is glad to help. We get many calls from folks who will be on vacation – and want their lawn kept in good shape. Bob Kroth, Owner Certified Turfgrass Professional Parkway Lawn Service (612) 869-5878 Visit us at […]
GUTTERCLEANING We will continue cleaning gutters through the end of the month. Make sure your gutters are clear of debris for proper water flow from your rooftops. Call us at PARKWAY LAWN SERVICE, to schedule this important service. *(Sorry, we are unable to clean 2- story gutters)*
HAPPY 4th of JULY! Parkway Lawn Service wishes our customers a happy & safe July 4th Holiday. *(Crews will not be mowing on July 5th)
JOHN KROTH April 7, 1951 to March 23, 2010 We announced in our April newsletter our sad news of the sudden passing of our brother, John Kroth.  John was our office manager at Parkway Lawn Service for more than (12) years. Always the tallest guy in the room, John had a big smile, a […]
By Bob Kroth, Certified Turfgrass Professional This is one of the most common questions I’ve been asked during the  (29) + years in the lawn care business. Many people have called and asked my opinion on the use of a sod roller, aerator or a detaching machine to rid their lawns of the bumps that […]
Damage from bird seed Feeding wild birds can be done throughout the year, although it’s especially important during the winter months. Whether or not you continue to feed the birds during the summer, it’s still wise to clean the area under the bird feeder. Compacted seeds and shells can prevent grass from receiving the essential […]