Why choose bioLawn your local experts over national brands – A quick comparison
| bioLawn Local Expert Approach | Big Box Lawn Care Providers | |
| Who Designs the Program | Local turfgrass experts with advanced degrees trained in Minnesota & Wisconsin. Experience at Rush Creek Golf Course, Somerset Country Club, Town & Country, Wimbledon and more. | National teams designing programs for many regions |
| How decisions are made | Based on current weather, lawn conditions, and local results from trials being performed weekly | Based on standardized schedules and averages |
| Program flexibility | Adjusted throughout the season and sometimes week to week to meet the needs of changing weather and results we are seeing. | Changes slowly and usually only season to season |
| Weed control approach | Targeted products selected based on active weed species, temperature, precipitation and growth stage | Broad products designed to cover many scenarios |
| Fertilizer approach | Organic blended fertilizer targeted at specific growing windows | Generic fertilizer applied frequently in lighter amounts |
| Environmental philosophy | Eco-friendly first, guided by performance and stewardship | Results first, often using blanketed treatments |
| Product development | Custom products built with in house research and local vendors to meet the unique needs of Twin Cities lawns | Standardized products used across markets |
| Team training | Technicians trained directly by in house experts regularly throughout the season | Expertise passed down through multiple management layers |
| Problem solving | Direct access to experts when issues arise | Multiple layers between homeowner and decision makers |
More details about how bioLawn’s local expert approach is different than national brands
Local expertise drives every decision
Our programs are built and managed by local turfgrass experts with advanced degrees from the University of Minnesota. They have also worked at several unique places such as Wimbeldon, Rush Creek Golf Course, Eagle Valley Golf Course, Somerset Country Club and Town & Country. Their training has focused specifically on Upper Midwest lawns, soils, and climate challenges. Rather than relying on a national template, our decisions are made with local conditions in mind from the start.
Programs that adapt to real conditions
We actively adjust our program throughout the season based on weather, weed pressure, and lawn response. In 2025 alone, we used six different weed control products, sometimes changing from one week to the next as conditions shifted. This allows us to be precise instead of relying on broad treatments.
Eco friendly first, without sacrificing results
Our commitment to environmentally responsible lawn care is value based, but it is backed by science. We select eco focused products that are proven to perform under current conditions. Because we monitor lawns closely, we can be targeted and intentional rather than overly aggressive.
Faster innovation through local relationships
We maintain close relationships with researchers and suppliers, allowing us to test and refine custom products. This helps us evolve quickly and stay aligned with our environmental mission while improving results year over year.
Expert knowledge in the field
The same experts who design our programs also train our technicians. This gives our team the ability to diagnose issues, explain what is happening in the lawn, and adjust when needed. When additional support is required, our experts are directly involved, ensuring clear answers and accountability.
Why this matters to homeowners
A lawn care program is only as good as the decisions behind it. Local expertise, adaptability, and environmental responsibility lead to healthier lawns and better long term outcomes. For homeowners who want thoughtful care instead of a one size fits all approach, these differences matter.
If you want to know more or have questions, please visit our lawn program page https://getbiolawn.com/lawn-care/ or reach out to our office and we’d be happy to help!