Greener Living Lawn Care

Winnetka Lawn Care, Fertilizing & Weed Control

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Lawn Care Services


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The area sets the standard for residential beauty on the North Shore, and lawns here need to match those expectations. Expansive lots shaded by mature oaks, elms, and maples present a demanding growing environment — tree roots pull moisture from the turf zone, heavy shade limits photosynthesis, and these conditions favor weeds like Creeping Charlie and Wild Violets over desirable grass species. Our 7-round fertilizing and weed control program is designed for Winnetka’s estate-style properties. We use a pH-balanced granular fertilizer that promotes healthy growth in both sun and shade, delivering iron and micronutrients for the deep green color Local homeowners expect. Weed control employs our specialty herbicide Momentum for ground ivy and violets, plus targeted treatments for dandelions, clover, crabgrass, and thistle. Elimination is guaranteed, with free retreatments between scheduled visits. Every inch of your property is walked and push-spread by hand — we never use ride-on equipment.


for Winnetka estates with children, pets, and active outdoor spaces, product safety is essential. We use exclusively kid-safe and pet-friendly products — once the application has dried, your grounds are ready for the family.


HOW IT WORKS

Seven treatments carry a healthier lawn through the full arc of the growing season. We begin early spring with a granular feeding and crabgrass preventer, timed to the North Shore’s cooler spring start. Late spring and summer rounds provide steady fertilization alongside broadleaf weed control — and because our technicians assess each property individually, the weed mix is adjusted at every visit to address what’s actively growing on your lawn. Summer applications are calibrated to nourish turf without forcing growth during drought stress. In fall, we apply nitrogen-heavy rounds that encourage dense growth and deep root development, which is the foundation for a weed-resistant lawn the following year. The winterizing round stores slow-release nutrients in the root zone. After every visit, you’ll find a detailed summary at your door. Retreatments between rounds are always free.

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Our Professional Services

We provide comprehensive lawn and landscape services throughout the area. Click any service below to learn more:

Lawn Fertilizing & Weed Control Tree & Shrub Care Pest Control Mosquito Control Grub Prevention Aeration & Overseeding

Why your property Chooses Greener Living:

  • Estate management
  • High-end properties
  • Concierge lawn service

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6903 W Grand Ave.
Chicago, IL 60707


Trusted in Winnetka Since 2018

Family Owned

Locally owned and operated in Chicagoland

Licensed & Insured

Fully certified in the state of Illinois

Guaranteed Results

Free re-treatments between scheduled visits

No Contracts

Month-to-month service, cancel anytime

Serving Winnetka and the surrounding Chicagoland area, we've built our reputation on honest service, guaranteed results, and treating every lawn like it's our own. Our 7-round program is designed specifically for Illinois growing conditions — from our clay-heavy soils to our freeze-thaw cycles.

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Service Area

Greener Living service area map — Winnetka and nearby suburbs


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Frequently Asked Questions

How Much Does Lawn Care Cost?

Your lawn service pricing is based on property dimensions and the treatments you need. We offer premium-quality care at competitive rates with no contract. Call 224-415-3698 or get a free estimate.

What Services Are Available?

Winnetka property owners benefit from our 7-round fertilization and weed management plan, tree and shrub deep-root feeding, perimeter pest treatment, organic mosquito barriers, grub prevention, and core aeration — all guaranteed.

Does Greener Living serve all of the area?

We service all of the area — from the lakefront ravines to the neighborhoods near Indian Hill station and Hubbard Woods. Our North Shore crew covers the area multiple days per week. View our service area.

When Should I Start Treatments?

for the area, mid-April is the ideal start date. The heavy shade from mature trees on many local properties delays soil warming and affects product absorption timing. Our seven rounds are paced for these conditions, with the final late-fall application building root strength before the ground freezes for winter.

Are Treatments Safe for Pets and Kids?

Absolutely. All products applied in Winnetka are safe for children and pets after drying, roughly a two-hour period. Our mosquito barrier uses only organic cedar and peppermint oils.

How Do I Get a Free Estimate?

For a free your lawn estimate, call 224-415-3698, email Contact@GreenerLivingLawn.com, or submit the online form. We will get back to you with a custom quote — quickly and without pressure.

What grass types grow best in Winnetka, IL?

Chicagoland's estate-sized, heavily shaded lots call for improved fine fescue cultivars — particularly hard fescue and creeping red fescue — that persist under dense canopy where bluegrass would thin out. In open areas with direct sun, Kentucky bluegrass provides the lush density Local homeowners expect. Our overseeding program uses premium shade-performance seed selected for the 60093 microclimate.

What are the most common lawn problems in the area?

Winnetka estates often have large, shaded lawns where Wild Violets, Creeping Charlie, and moss compete with turf grass. The heavy clay soils compact easily under mature tree canopy. We also treat for chinch bugs in sunny perimeter areas. Our weed program addresses shade-loving weeds aggressively, and our aeration improves root zone conditions.

Does Greener Living offer mosquito control locally?

Yes — mosquito control is one of our top services in Winnetka, where the mature tree canopy makes ideal mosquito habitat. We apply cedar-peppermint barrier sprays every 3–4 weeks in the warm months.

Can I Bundle Lawn and Pest Control?

local residents frequently package the lawn care program with perimeter pest control and mosquito treatments. It is a cost-effective way to protect the entire property. Call 224-415-3698.

How Do I Get Started?

Call 224-415-3698 or fill in our form. We will evaluate your property and have a complete plan and price ready for you — typically within hours.
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Professional Lawn Treatment

Greener Living Lawn Care provides premium lawn fertilization and weed management in Winnetka, Illinois (Cook County). Our 7-round program serves the large, heavily shaded estate properties characteristic of the area — where turf competes with mature root systems and shade-loving weeds demand specialty herbicides.

Your lawn's North Shore estates and village properties represent some of Winnetka's most meticulously maintained landscapes. The combination of sandy loam near the lakefront and heavy clay farther inland means turf requirements shift from block to block. Greener Living's 7-round program for the area accounts for those differences, with our technicians adjusting fertilizer grades and weed-control concentrations based on each property's soil profile. We follow Winnetka's extended growing season — starting earlier in spring and running later into fall than communities farther from the lake.

Weed Control Services

Winnetka's large lots and established trees create microhabitats where different weeds thrive: Creeping Charlie and Wild Violets under heavy shade, clover and plantain transitional zones, and dandelion and crabgrass in sunny open turf. Our Winnetka weed program applies Momentum herbicide selectively for ground-cover invasions and targeted broadleaf sprays for everything else. Pre-emergent crabgrass protection goes down each spring, and our re-treatment guarantee covers any weeds that appear between visits at no extra cost.

Local homeowners expect exceptional care, and Greener Living delivers it through hands-on, individualized service. Every technician walks your property from corner to corner, push-spreading product by hand for complete coverage without equipment damage. We formulate up to five custom product blends per visit, treating each zone of your lawn — shaded canopy areas, lakefront-exposed sections, and ornamental borders — with the specific nutrients and controls it demands.

Why Local Homeowners Choose Us

  • Estate-grade 7-round fertilization and weed program for local properties
  • Aggressive shade-weed control — Creeping Charlie, Wild Violet, moss suppression
  • Free re-service between visits if weeds reappear
  • Safe for kids, pets, and established garden beds
  • Contract-free, month-to-month service plans
  • Chicago-headquartered with dedicated North Shore routes
  • Fully licensed, bonded, and insured for residential applications

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Also Serving Near the area

We also provide lawn fertilizing, weed control, pest control, and tree care in these nearby communities:

Glencoe Wilmette Northbrook Glenview

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