GUARANTEED GREENER GRASS & SECOND NATURE LANDSCAPE

Founded 1995 • With Angi since May 2006

Providing the Hampton Roads area with the finest In landscaping, and turf management needs. Whether you live in Chesapeake or Virginia Beach we can Beautify your lawn, landscape and home. Whether you need lawn mowing, landscape design, fescue, bermuda, zoysia or st. augustine sod, we can help. Whether you have drainage problems, standing water in the yard, more weeds than grass or a paver walkway, driveway, patio or pool deck, we can help. Annual turf management, core aeration, slit seeding, landscape renovation and more..

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Verified Reviews

4.8

(234) Verified Reviews

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Rating Details

Price
4.8
Professionalism
4.9
Punctuality
4.9
Quality
4.8
Responsiveness
4.9

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lawn treatment (191)lawn care (85)lawn & landscaping (67)hardscaping (17)drain pipe installation (15)landscape lighting (3)stone & gravel (6)tree service (3)
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Barbara C.
5.0
04/26/2022
Having called several companies, Aaron was the only one who carried through all the way with a personal visit to see the job that I wanted to be done. A few days after seeing my flowerbeds and hearing what I wanted them to be, he emailed me an estimate, and pictures of the plants to choose from that would fit the description of the flower beds that I wanted. He offered discounts for the season and he followed through, on time, with the job! His staff was courteous, kind, and patient. His rates were very reasonable too. What was once beds and beds of almost 50, sixty-year-old azaleas is now a work of art! It is filled with year-round colors and blooms. My yard is the one people stop their cars for to enjoy the transition that Aaron created!!
Description of Work
I had 2 huge front flower-beds to be established from new
Category
concrete driveways
Hire Again?
Yes
William M.
5.0
10/02/2021
Great. They offered to come back to reseed any spots that don’t germinate and grow.
Description of Work
Lawn Fertilization & Treatment
Category
lawn treatment
Cost
$1,100
Hire Again?
Yes
Edward S.
5.0
06/13/2021
Aaron Morris is highly reliable, professional, and knowledgeable. Had several low spots in the backyard and particularly the corners of the yard with pools of water that would not easily dry out. With the engineering suggested by Aaron, his team installed 11 basins controlling the excess water by directing them from backyard to the curb from both sides of the house. It is such a delight to see water gushing out from both sides rather than staying in the back yard and or pushing through the foundation. After installation, I have not even heard the sump pump that was constantly working on a rainy day. The installation was scheduled quickly (May 2021) and completed within a few hours. The cleanup was second to none. Timely and professional communication, great engineering, and above all excellent follow through after the installation to apply minor adjustments were offered by Aaron. I strongly recommend this company, and am very happy with the investment.
Description of Work
Installed French Drains
Category
drain pipe
Hire Again?
Yes
Steve P.
5.0
11/25/2020
The crew was very efficient and worked from 7am to dark. Very good work and cleanup was good.
Description of Work
Permeable Driveway Installation
Category
concrete driveways
Hire Again?
Yes
Jori B.
5.0
11/02/2020
We have hired Aaron for two different jobs. We got several bids and Aaron's price was fair and we were super impressed with how knowledgeable he was. The first project was a bit larger and included relocating some plants, removing others, planting some new ones, trimming bushes, and mulching. The second project involved sodding our front yard. Aaron has always communicated really clearly with us and he and his team are always on time, friendly, and do a terrific job. We plan to book future projects with Aaron because we know we can rely on him. He makes sure the job is done well and persevered through a really challenging sod installation this summer that included drought and then an abundance of rain. He is always super responsive to our questions. We have already recommended Aaron to friends and they have been happy with his work, too.
Description of Work
General yard clean up, planting some new plants
Category
landscaping, lawn service
Cost
$2,966
Hire Again?
Yes
reid A.
2.0
07/15/2020
Worked well until fungus other than brown patch emerged in fall, after seeding. Healthy new grass emerged and then died in about 3 weeks. This was particularly bad almost 4 years straight. Aaron insisted it was due to under-watering, when I knew over-watering might have been an issue-- not under-watering. The thick patchy white residue that sometimes emerged on the soil after the grass died, and where no seed would subsequently sprout, was inevitably dismissed by Aaron. Discontinued service and successfully treated it DIY by using a broad spectrum fungicide (Bayer) til last fall when heavy humidity/fog caused a massive outbreak in the two areas it consistently occurred. It was diagnosed by a professional at MacDonald's as "southern blight" which likely has been in the soil for some time. Prophylaxis with Heritage G was recommended but a soil replacement may be necessary. Can see why Aaron did not want to honor "Insurance" (described by Mel) included in premium plan. Also, they never followed through with lime Tx for moss, despite numerous assurances.
Description of Work
Seeding, aeration, fertilization, weed and disease control
Category
lawn treatment, drain pipe

Service Provider Response

We haven't done work for this person in 3 years! It was in 2017! Fungus is a very common problem in fescue lawns. We do offer prophylactic fungicide programs for it. Due to the significant expense of these products, & the fact that they need to be put down every 21 days throughout the summer(which is why his initial application of DIY worked and then the problem came back), most clients choose against them. Several companies offer these programs, all of which do so at added cost. Most importantly, the "expert" information he is receiving now, 3 YEARS after we stopped service is totally inaccurate and should be researched by him before regurgitating it here in an attempt to bring our ratings down. Disease is not caused by overwatering, but by moisture on the lawn during heat. Afternoon showers of only 10 minutes before the sun returns cause the majority of our lawn disease, because it creates dampness during the heat of the day. We are currently experiencing significant drought stress to our lawns here, yet are seeing disease because the showers aren't enough to help the lawn be adequately watered, but are dampening the top of the lawn at the heat of the day. Also, anyone recommending a "soil replacement" to get rid of lawn fungus has NO IDEA what they're talking about. Spores are everywhere & even if you replaced the entire lawn, disease can still happen as soon as grass grows. Instead of believing an "expert" at a garden center (who coincidentally sells topsoil), do the research somewhere that does turf sciences for a living, like the VA or NC extension agency. Here's a link to learn all about lawn disease from real experts. (notice southern blight doesn't even affect fescue) https://content.ces.ncsu.edu/diseases-of-cool-season-grasses Lastly, 100# of limestone WAS applied on 2/22/17. There was a delay initially due to a misunderstanding between the client & I. As soon as that was brought to my attention, it was done. 4 months later,(6/21/17) he even called to compliment the work being done in his yard.
Anthony S.
4.0
06/12/2020
Overall it went well, But I was under the impression that all dead grass would be stripped away, removed and replaced with fresh soil. Which is the proper way to install sod. That was not done, the sod was basically placed on the dead grass with a very thin layer of soil. Now I have a concern of the dead grass and weeds growing back. After 3 weeks the grass looks good. I hope my concerns don't come to be true.
Description of Work
SOD put down
Category
landscaping, drain pipe
Cost
$3,200
Hire Again?
Yes

Service Provider Response

We appreciate the "B" rated review. We strive very hard to make sure that every client is completely aware of the work to be performed in their lawn for the cost provided. I'm not sure why there was a misunderstanding here. From our very first description of the proposed project, to the contract that was signed, the description was the same, here is a direct copy and paste from that estimate & contract: "-Eradication of existing turf and weeds via 2 non selective herbicidal sprayings spaced 7-10 days or so apart -Chopping down of excess dead vegetation including raking/removal from the property once cut down. Often we will ask the client to mow 1-2 times throughout this process to reduce excess grass and improve weed control effectiveness -Installation of a thin layer of compost/ topsoil mixture throughout the area to enhance smoothness as well as organic growing medium beneath the sod -Installation of freshly cut Bermuda sod throughout the front yard -Hand trimming of all sod for optimal coverage and aesthetics" This is an extremely common means of installing sod & results in far more thorough eradication of the existing weeds. Simply scraping off the top layer does little for weeds, most of which have rhizomes that extend well below the 1-2" that would be removed. No sod preparation will pevent new weeds growth in the future, but this method kills 100% of the weeds and grass that are present at the time of sod installation. Regular maintenance plans to keep the grass healthy, green and weed free are always needed. Installation of sod is not a permanent replacement for lawn care, it simply provides you a beautiful, thick lawn instantly, instead of waiting years for it. We've been in communication with the client several times since the installation to update them on changing watering needs as the weather varies. We're happy that the lawn looks great and are happy to provide the program for lawn care that was detailed out during our initial estimate if the client would like to keep the lawn green & weed free.
Michael R.
5.0
05/07/2020
The initial work was delayed by rains and the saturated clay soils. He did return on several occasions to ensure that the water drained properly and everything was installed correctly. The return trips were caused by the softness / saturated condition of the soil. Time was needed with no rain to allow the soil to solidify properly and allow the work to be completed.
Description of Work
Install drainage system to eliminate the standing water and collect downspout water.
Category
drain pipe
Cost
$4,782
Hire Again?
Yes
Bob W.
5.0
02/20/2020
Just got first treatment. Very responsive and easy to reach
Description of Work
Monthly lawn fertilization and weed control
Category
lawn treatment
Cost
$65
Hire Again?
Yes
Andrea A.
5.0
01/09/2020
Aaron is a very professional landscaper - he assisted me in grooming my front yard and turning my backyard into an oasis. He was right on with his estimates, time frame and everything he promised happened. Would highly recommend. This customer is very pleased with the process, project and outcome!
Description of Work
Landscaping and Hardscaping
Category
landscaping, lawn service, lawn treatment, pavers, gravel, hardscaping
Cost
$6,500
Hire Again?
Yes
Victoria B.
5.0
11/06/2019
I can't say enough good things about our project with Aaron and his company. Communication was clear. All questions were answered. Aaron communicated a realistic timeline and reasonable invoice that was agreed upon in a signed contract. They 100% adhered to their timeline, even working in light rain to do so. Aaron is also a very kind man who hires kind and very hard workers. I will go through Aaron's company for any future landscaping needs.
Description of Work
Shrubs trimmed and hedged. Mulched and weeded in garden beds. Installation of new shrubs and ornamental grasses in garden beds. Installation of river rock in garden bed around pool. Removal of volunteer trees, weeds, trimmings and small amount of poison ivy. Installed pavers leading from one yard to another.
Category
landscaping, pavers, gravel
Cost
$2,400
Hire Again?
Yes
Denise W.
5.0
06/27/2019
Responsive, Friendly and Professional
Description of Work
Remove shrub stumps. Seed & fertilize.
Category
landscaping
Hire Again?
Yes
Robert B.
5.0
05/09/2019
Soon after requesting an estimate on the Angie's List website for the above work, I received a call from Mel, the owner, and we set up a time for him to come to the house the next day to look over the work. He showed up right at the agreed upon time and spent almost an hour looking over the work and talking to me and my wife. Mel was very personable and easy to talk to. He explained what he could do and did not promise anything that he couldn't back up. We received his estimate a few days later, which was right in the ballpark with two other estimates that I received. We chose Mel because we felt he would be the easiest to work with and he showed particular concern about working in the vicinity of underground electrical power and TV/phone cables running under my driveway and coming up right in the flower bed where he was going to remove the shrubs. Between the time we accepted his offer and the actual work was accomplished, I talked with Mel several times and we worked out which plants and trees he would use as replacements. Again, communications was excellent. The one day job was accomplished when promised; actually Mel was able to get it done two days earlier than promised. Mel was there the whole time with his crew, supervising the work. They were all extremely courteous, friendly, and professional. They were also flexible working the project because one of the flower beds was much smaller than anticipated because the twenty year old shrubs had grown out so much. A satisfactory work around was quickly developed and accomplished. After the work was completed the crew did a great clean-up and removed all debris from the area. I would definitely work with Mel and his company again and highly recommend them. The girls in the office were also professional and easy to work with.
Description of Work
Removal and Replacement of Oversized Shrubs, Grooming and Trimming of trees and Flower Beds, Installing Mulch
Category
landscaping, lawn service, lawn treatment
Cost
$3,450
Hire Again?
Yes
ashley S.
5.0
02/10/2019
exceptionally professional, on time, explained system thoroughly without talking down to me
Description of Work
catch basins/drainage system
Category
drain pipe
Cost
$3,000
Hire Again?
Yes
John R.
5.0
12/29/2018
I have use two companies prior to Second Nature Landscaping and Second Nature is by far the best I have found.
Description of Work
fertilization and winterization
Category
lawn treatment
Hire Again?
Yes
Jeffrey K.
5.0
12/28/2018
I have been using “Guaranteed Greener Grass” since a friend recommended them in the Spring of 2017. I was traveling for work and could not maintain my lawn the way I had in the past. In 2016 I hired “True Green” and found out that they quickly let my lawn go into disrepair. True Green never lived up to their advertised standards. After discontinuing service with them in the Spring of 2017, Guaranteed Greener Grass revived my lawn to the same standards I had works so hard to maintain over the previous 14 years of doing it myself. Now that I am retired I still continue to enjoy the convenience of having my lawn cared for by Guaranteed Greener Grass. I have had the same technician since I started their service. They are always on time with their applications and have answered all of my questions and concerns. My lawn never looked better!
Description of Work
7 step synergy turf care program with over seeding and aeration
Category
lawn service, lawn treatment
Cost
$61
Hire Again?
Yes
Scott M.
5.0
12/19/2018
Excellent service. Keeps our grass weed free and green. Very responsive to any request concerning our lawn
Description of Work
Monthly service on our lawn.
Category
lawn treatment
Cost
$50
Hire Again?
Yes
Janis S.
5.0
12/15/2018
We have been customers of GUARANTEED GREENER GRASS AND SECOND NATURE LANDSCAPING for more than 3 years. Our yard is looking great. They installed French Drains, mulched our gardens, aerated, seeded and provided regular lawn treatments. Their prices are affordable, and their service personnel are friendly and professional. Price reflects annual lawn care contract.
Description of Work
Lawn Treatments
Category
lawn service, lawn treatment
Cost
$300
Hire Again?
Yes

Service Provider Response

Thank you so much for allowing us to service so many of your lawn and landscaping needs! We will continue to do everything we can to provide you with the best results and service possible. Thanks for the wonderful review!
Peter and Ally B.
5.0
12/12/2018
Very smoothly. Hardly knew technician was there
Description of Work
Winterization service for front lawn
Category
lawn treatment
Cost
$48
Hire Again?
Yes

Service Provider Response

We are so happy that you were pleased with the progress of your lawn! We will continue to work to improve it every time we visit! Thank you for your business, and for your review.
Kayla F.
5.0
12/11/2018
Aaron Morris, the owner of Second Nature Landscaping is extremely professional and a pleasure to work with. He personally came over to give me a quote the day after I called to inquire, then he followed up immediately and had me on the books for installation the following week. His workers did an excellent job installing a drainage system in my backyard; they worked quickly and efficiently. After all the work was finished, he followed up with a phone call to make sure I was satisfied with the job and also to make sure I had an understanding for the proper maintenance and upkeep on the drainage system. He let me know about things to keep an eye on and reassured me that they would come back out should any of those issues should arise at no extra cost. Overall, I'm very impressed with Arron and his company. I'm looking forward to the spring time so I can hire him again for some additional landscaping in my backyard.
Description of Work
Drainage System
Category
hardscaping
Cost
$1,180
Hire Again?
Yes
Joyce B.
5.0
12/10/2018
They arrived with a large crew and knocked the whole project out in one day. Was thrilled with results. Would definitely use them again and highly recommend them to anyone needing help.
Description of Work
Overall yard cleanup, removed a major bed, trimmed bushes, and seeded/fertilized area where bed had been.
Category
landscaping, lawn service, lawn treatment
Hire Again?
Yes

Service Provider Response

Thank you so much for your exemplary review! We certainly appreciate your business, and enjoyed improving the look of the landscape! We look forward to continuing to assist in anyway that we can with your lawn and landscape.
AL W.
3.0
10/25/2018
Company in the fall last year was hired to aerate and seed my lawn with their seed. The following spring, weeds such as henbit and chick and goose weeds sprung up. A lot. The company already did the winter crabgrass and fertilize, and they should have seen the many weeds popping up in the lawn. I discussed this with the owner, who refused to come out for the weeds saying he will spray for weeds in the next spring application, 4-6 weeks away. By then, the weeds would be mature and generate seeds and make the weed situation worse. I was forced to call ALM who understood and came out to spray for weeds only. As a result of ALM's cooperative spirit, I shifted my lawn management to ALM.
Description of Work
SPRING WEED SPRAYING
Category
lawn treatment
Cost
$69

Service Provider Response

The title of this particular customer review should be changed to “winter weed spraying”. What he neglects to mention is the timing of his repeated requests for weed control service. He called 4 times from mid December to February asking for weeds to be sprayed. Every time he was told that the weed control Won’t be effective until the ground temperatures warm up. The reason he had to wait 4 weeks until the next treatment is because that’s as early as we could do it and it actually work. I promised him repeatedly that he would be the very first client done the very minute the treatment would be effective. Spraying it early would have resulted in me taking his money knowing the treatment would have zero effect on the weeds, which ethically I would not do and repeatedly conveyed to him. By the time he cancelled his service (and evidently called another provider), the weather was nearly warm enough. We never told him to wait for any reason other than getting his moneys worth on his service.
Cathy L.
5.0
10/22/2018
Fantastic. Aaron reviewed conditions that are limiting our grass growth (water and trees). We opted to put in a sprinkler system (used another provider as this is not a service provided by GGG). After sprinkler installation, GGG did powerseeding throughout our yard (roughly an acre). Very good price, great service, and tremendous followup. Going forward, we will use GGG for all of our lawn care needs.
Description of Work
Review current state of lawn and provide seed/sod options.
Category
lawn service, lawn treatment
Hire Again?
Yes

Service Provider Response

Thanks for your “A” rated review! We have thoroughly enjoyed working with you and growing you a new lawn! Thanks for your business and we look forward to assisting you with any of your lawn and landscaping needs in the future.
Dave P.
5.0
10/10/2018
Design and plant type advise was exceptional. They did have to delay scheduled consultation and the actual planting job due to other jobs running behind schedule. That was the only drawback. Plant removal and replacement went very fast. Aaron checked back in with me after the job and a week later to see how things were going. He also came out to see how plants were doing. Gave advice on adjusting my watering schedule. The plants are responding very well.
Description of Work
Removed old plants and replanted two shrub beds and a hedge
Category
landscaping
Cost
$2,000
Hire Again?
Yes

Service Provider Response

We are very happy to hear the changes have had a positive effect and that you are pleased with the job. Anytime you have have questions before, during or after your project, always feel free to reach out to us, we will always be here to help. We certainly enjoyed working with you to rejuvenate your landscape. Please let us know if we can be of any further assistance.
Caroll L.
1.0
10/01/2018
After following all of their instructions for a new lawn, I ended up with more weeds than grass. I sent the owner, Aaron, pictures of the lawn, but he did not respond. I requested a refund, but he refused and did not offer to correct the problem. I have pictures to show the weeds and bare spots which I sent to him. He did not even respond to my emails. I had to send a text to his secretary to get a response. I certainly would not recommend them.

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Description of Work
Aeriation and reseeding
Category
lawn treatment
Cost
$125

Service Provider Response

This is not an accurate statement at all. We performed a core aeration and seeding on his lawn as we have in years past. In previous years when rain or other factors prevented the lawn from filling in 100% he would let us know and we always came back and reseeded any thin spots to fill it in completely. Last year after we did so he even texted me to say “the lawn looks great”. This year after the seeding, I receive an email stating he is cancelling his service and wants a refund on the seeding because he still has bare spots. I told him I wouldn’t refund the service because his lawn still has thin spots but I would have been happy to reseed those areas like we had every time in the past, but he didn’t give me a chance to. He simply cancelled his service and demanded a refund. The aeration was done, the seed and fertilizer was applied. I cannot help that we had a massive rainstorm just afterward that washed seed away. I won’t refund a service because of weather related complications. But I was willing to do what we had every year before and seed again to make it right. I wasn’t given the opportunity. We were cancelled right away. Then demanded to give a refund. I was never told that there was a problem until he canceled his service and demanded a refund. I responded to both of his emails, which I have proof of. I am unable to call the customer due to a disability that prevents him from Speaking on the telephone, so email Is the only option. As soon as he texted and made me aware that he had not received my responses I returned that text within minutes with a copy and paste of my previous email response. I can’t control the weather but have a PROVEN history with this client of exercising good customer service by touching up —-free of charge!!!!—-if such an event would occur to go above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction even if factors outside of my control cause less than optimal Results. I can’t say enough that I would have done so AGAIN, but was never given the opportunity. I wasn’t told there were thin spots, I wasn’t asked to come look at the yard, I wasn’t sent pictures and asked what we could do. I was sent photos and told to cancel all services immediately and refund a service that was performed to exact specifications as every time before.

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2133-126 UPTON DR PMB 231

Virginia Beach, VA 23454

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GUARANTEED GREENER GRASS & SECOND NATURE LANDSCAPE is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

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Monday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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GUARANTEED GREENER GRASS & SECOND NATURE LANDSCAPE offers the following services: Landscaping, sod, turf management, and lawn drainage needs. Whether you live in Chesapeake or Virginia Beach we can Beautify your lawn, landscape and home. Whether you need lawn mowing, landscape design, fescue, bermuda or st. augustine sod, we can help. Whether you have drainage problems, more weeds than grass or a paver walkway, driveway, patio or pool deck, we can help. Annual turf management, core aeration, slit seeding, Underground sprinkler systems, custom d