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TOWN OF SMITHTOWN · SUFFOLK COUNTY

Lawn Care in Smithtown, NY

 

Smithtown is a historic community with a strong sense of place, and Emerald Magic Lawn Care helps its homeowners keep their lawns as handsome as their neighborhoods.

Lush green lawn with curved garden beds and shrubs in morning sun

Caring for Smithtown Lawns

Getting to Know Smithtown

Smithtown is the hamlet at the center of the Town of Smithtown, known for its Main Street, its historic buildings and the famous Smithtown Bull statue at the junction of Route 25 and Route 25A. Local legend says founder Richard Smythe claimed the land by riding a bull around it.

 

The Nissequogue River flows through Smithtown on its way to Long Island Sound, and Caleb Smith State Park Preserve protects woods, ponds and trails along its banks. Those green spaces give the community a natural backdrop.

 

Life in Smithtown

Neighborhoods range from historic homes near the village center to suburban streets with comfortable lots, many shaded by mature trees.

 

Smithtown residents enjoy a lively Main Street with shops, restaurants and the historic Smithtown Performing Arts Center, as well as the river, the parks and the nearby beaches of the North Shore. Long-established neighborhoods, community traditions and a strong local identity make it a place many families call home for generations.

 

What Smithtown Lawns Are Up Against

Smithtown lies in the Town of Smithtown’s North Shore country, where the Nissequogue River and Stony Brook Harbor cut into the hills of the Harbor Hill moraine. The ground rises and falls, so yards often include slopes, hollows and soils that change from loose sand to firmer, more loamy ground across a single property. Old trees and woodland are part of the landscape.

 

Smithtown sits where the central plain begins to rise into the rolling North Shore, so yards may include slopes and soils that range from sandy to firmer. Mature trees add shade, and properties near the river or preserves see more deer and ticks.

 

Smithtown lawns frequently sit beside established beds, hedges and big trees that have grown up over decades. As those trees mature, sunny lawns slowly become shady ones, and grass that once thrived starts to thin. Switching to shade-tolerant seed in those areas, and relieving compaction where roots and foot traffic meet, keeps older lawns looking full.

 

Our Focus in Smithtown

Smithtown homeowners often pair routine feeding and weed control with core aeration and overseeding to refresh established lawns. Shade-tolerant seed works well under trees, and tick control and deer control are good additions near the river and parkland.

 

Lawn Care Services in Smithtown

Smithtown homeowners can choose from our full lineup of lawn and landscape services:

 

 

Not sure where to start? Most Smithtown homeowners begin with routine lawn care, then add seeding, pest control or poison ivy control as needed. We will recommend what fits after an inspection.

 

Freshly mowed green lawn stretching toward a row of trees

Seasonal Lawn Care in Smithtown

In Smithtown, shaded backyards near the river can stay damp after rain, so keep an eye out for disease in humid stretches.

Spring in Smithtown

As the hills of Smithtown green up in spring, lawns respond well to early feeding and lime. Check sloped areas for erosion and thin spots.

 

Summer in Smithtown

Midsummer brings heat and dry spells. Slopes shed water fast, so slow, deep watering helps, and shaded areas should be watched for disease.

 

Late Summer and Fall in Smithtown

Cooler nights and steady rain from late August through fall make this the best time to seed and aerate on the North Shore.

 

Winter in Smithtown

In winter, take note of where snow and runoff caused damage, and we can plan repairs for spring.

 

Why Choose Emerald Magic Lawn Care?

When you choose Emerald Magic for your Smithtown home, you get drug-free, background-tested, licensed applicators who close and lock gates, clear walks and driveways of debris, and contact you promptly if there is something you should know.

 

Emerald Magic Lawn Care, Inc. is a local, community-based lawn care company serving Suffolk County for over 30 years. We belong to most town chambers, attend numerous community events, and treat every lawn as our own.

 

Our Quality is Emerald… Our Service is Magic. Fast service – when the boss cares, everyone cares. We pride ourselves on being professional, friendly, honest and courteous, and if you’re unhappy with your service for any reason, just let us know and we’ll happily return to make it right.

 

Nearby Communities

Neighbors of Smithtown can find local lawn care here:

 

 

Not on the list? We serve homeowners throughout Suffolk County. Call (631) 286-4600 to ask about your street.

 

Smithtown Lawn Care FAQs

Do you provide lawn care in Smithtown, NY?

Yes. Emerald Magic Lawn Care is a professional lawn care company serving Suffolk County, NY, for over 30 years, and Smithtown is part of the area we serve from our office at 194-4 Morris Ave in Holtsville. Call (631) 286-4600 or request a free estimate.

 

Will you tell me how to water and mow?

Yes. Our technicians advise you on proper watering and mowing so you get the most from every treatment.

 

Will a problem between visits cost extra?

As long as the program you selected includes controls for the problem, we will treat your lawn at no extra cost to you.

 

Do you take care of trees, shrubs and beds in Smithtown?

Yes. Along with lawn care, we offer tree and shrub care and bed maintenance, and our EZ Home Programs include bed maintenance as part of one EZ payment.

 

Do you control ticks and mosquitoes in Smithtown?

Yes. We offer complete mosquito, ant, flea, tick, mole and deer control services, with eco-friendly methods available.

 

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