Lawn Care in Midtown Savannah & Ardsley Park
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Midtown and Ardsley Park sit inside the City of Savannah, mostly in ZIP code 31405 (ZIP boundaries don't match neighborhood lines exactly, and 31405 also takes in part of the west Southside). ACS 2024 5-year estimates for 31405 show about 40,764 residents, a median home value of $338,200, 52.1% owner-occupied homes and a median build year of 1978.
Older lots with mature shade trees bring their own jobs: thinning turf under heavy canopy, roots in beds, limbs over roofs and driveways, and heavy leaf and limb cleanup after storms. Savannah GA Lawn Care connects homeowners with independent local lawn care, landscaping and tree companies for free, no-obligation quotes. The company you choose quotes, contracts and does the work directly with you.
Tree rules inside city limits
In the City of Savannah, trees on city property, including the tree lawn between the sidewalk and the street, are managed by the City. Rules for trees on private lots depend on your property type and whether development is involved. Before removing a large tree, check with the City of Savannah (savannahga.gov) or your county. Unincorporated Chatham County, Pooler and Richmond Hill have their own rules.
The City's Landscape and Tree Protection Ordinance (version dated March 16, 2017) exempts residential lots with an existing single-family home or duplex from its clearing permit, so homeowners generally don't need a city permit to remove a yard tree. Trees in the right-of-way, squares and parks are handled by Park and Tree; request service through 311. Georgia has no arborist license; ask about ISA certification (a private credential; verify at isa-arbor.com), liability insurance and workers' comp for the crew. This is general information, not legal advice.
Watering, soil and storms
Savannah's year-round watering schedule (in the FAQ below) comes from its drinking water permit: saltwater intrusion into the Floridan Aquifer led Georgia EPD to name Savannah and Chatham County a "Red Zone" in 2006. About 1 inch of water a week, rain included, applied early in the morning, fits it. Wednesday and Saturday, odd-numbered addresses Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. See our Savannah watering schedule guide.
Long-established centipede lawns often decline from too much fertilizer; UGA says about 1 pound of nitrogen per 1,000 square feet a year is ample, and a soil test should come before any lime. Storms are the other constant: Hurricane Matthew gusted to about 71 mph at Savannah's airport in October 2016, and Tropical Storm Debby dropped 10.44 inches there in August 2024.
Services Midtown and Ardsley Park homeowners request quotes for
- Tree trimming — crown thinning, roof clearance and deadwood removal on mature trees.
- Tree removal — dead or storm-damaged trees on tight in-town lots, plus stump grinding.
- Lawn mowing & maintenance — regular service for small and mid-sized city lots.
- Landscaping — shade beds and front-yard refreshes.
- Pine straw & mulch — bed refreshes under oaks and around azaleas.
- Yard cleanup — leaf, limb and debris removal after storms.
Tree removal averages about $652 and stump grinding about $264 (typical ranges from published cost guides (2026) — estimates, not quotes). Full ranges are on the landscaping prices page.
Midtown Savannah lawn care FAQ
Do I need a permit to remove a tree in my Ardsley Park yard?
Under the City of Savannah's Landscape and Tree Protection Ordinance (2017 version), existing single-family and duplex lots are exempt from the clearing permit, but trees in the tree lawn between the sidewalk and street belong to the City. Rules can change, so check with the City of Savannah before removing a large tree. This is general information, not legal advice.
Who handles the tree between the sidewalk and the street?
The City of Savannah manages trees on city property, including the tree lawn between the sidewalk and the street. Its Park and Tree department handles public trees, and requests go through the City's 311 service. If a city tree needs pruning or looks hazardous, contact the City through 311 rather than hiring a private company to work on it.
What are Midtown Savannah's watering days?
City of Savannah water customers follow a year-round schedule: no outdoor watering from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., none on Fridays, even-numbered addresses on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday, and odd-numbered addresses on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. New sod, drip lines and hand watering with an auto-shutoff hose have exemptions. Questions: 912-651-2221.
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