Get Green Northwest Indiana. Lawn Care Solutions with Steve Daly

Jim Jano / Steve Daly

Welcome to Get Green Northwest Indiana,  Your home for lawn care solutions with Steve Daly. In each podcast, you'll learn the secret tips for growing healthy, green grass & best-practice solutions for watering, weed and feed, aeration, and mowing.For lawn care tools, charts, tables, blogs, and community pages with local support, visit: https://perma-green.com/

  1. 4D AGO

    How to Mow Your Lawn in Northwest Indiana for Healthy Outcomes!

    Send a text How to Mow Your Lawn in Northwest Indiana Without Hurting It In this episode of the Perma-Green Lawn Maintenance Podcast, Steve Daly, and Jim Jano break down one of the most overlooked factors in lawn health: proper mowing. Every spring across Northwest Indiana, the same mowing mistakes appear. Cutting too short. Removing too much blade at once. Bagging clippings unnecessarily. Mowing at the wrong time of day. These habits can stress turf and reduce the effectiveness of lawn treatments. Steve explains how mowing height, frequency, and timing directly affect long-term lawn performance and how homeowner mowing habits either support or undermine professional fertilization programs. This episode covers: • Ideal mowing heights by season in Northwest Indiana  • Why grass clippings should usually stay and act as natural mulch  • When mowing frequency should increase or decrease  • How mowing height influences weed pressure and root development  • What to know about the last mow of the season in Indiana If you want your lawn treatments to work the way they’re designed to, mowing correctly is essential. LINKS:  Explore lawn care services:  https://perma-green.com/services/ Review fertilization plans:  https://perma-green.com/lawn-fertilization-plans/ Choosing the right lawn program:  https://perma-green.com/weed-and-feed-guide-to-selecting-the-right-plan/ Learn about lawn care pricing:  https://perma-green.com/cost/ Have questions about your lawn?  Contact Perma-Green:  https://perma-green.com/contact/ Proper mowing is not just about appearance. It’s about protecting root health, supporting turf density, and maximizing results in Northwest Indiana’s soil and climate conditions. Perma-Green Lawn Care Website https://perma-green.com/ facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063527593848 Contact Steve Daly and/or Perma-Green https://perma-green.com/contact/ Contact Jim Jano https://janollc.com/

    15 min
  2. 4D AGO

    Lawn Makeover vs Lawn Care Plan | Which is Better & Why?

    Send a text Most homeowners are drawn to the idea of a fast lawn makeover. This episode reframes the conversation by explaining why real, lasting turf improvement in Indiana comes from structured lawn care plans built around soil health, seasonal timing, and long-term consistency. The tilt shifts focus from quick visual change to measurable, sustainable lawn health. Lawn Makeover or Lawn Care Plan: What Actually Delivers Results In this episode of the Perma-Green Lawn Maintenance Podcast, Jim Jano and Steve Daly break down one of the most common homeowner questions: should you invest in a lawn makeover or commit to a structured lawn care plan? The appeal of a lawn makeover is obvious. Fast visual improvements. Quick green-up. Immediate curb appeal. But what happens after the first few weeks? Steve explains why many one-time treatments fade without follow-up care and why long-term lawn health in Northwest Indiana depends on soil support, consistent fertilization timing, and seasonal planning. This episode covers: • When a lawn makeover makes sense  • Why soil health drives visible change  • The difference between short-term results and sustainable turf density  • What real success looks like after one full season  • Why structured lawn treatment plans in Indiana outperform quick fixes If you’re comparing options or deciding how to invest in your lawn this season, this conversation will help set realistic expectations and guide long-term planning. Explore professional lawn services: https://perma-green.com/services/ Review lawn fertilization plans:  https://perma-green.com/lawn-fertilization-plans/ Learn how to choose the right program:  https://perma-green.com/weed-and-feed-guide-to-selecting-the-right-plan/ Understand lawn care pricing:  https://perma-green.com/cost/ Have questions about your lawn’s condition?  Contact Perma-Green directly:  https://perma-green.com/contact/ Long-term lawn health doesn’t happen overnight. It happens with the right plan, proper timing, and experience built for Northwest Indiana soil conditions. Perma-Green Lawn Care Website https://perma-green.com/ facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063527593848 Contact Steve Daly and/or Perma-Green https://perma-green.com/contact/ Contact Jim Jano https://janollc.com/

    14 min
  3. 4D AGO

    Spring Lawn Care Specials 2026 | Best Deals in Northwest Indiana Explained

    Send a text In this episode of the Perma-Green Lawn Maintenance Podcast, Jim Jano and Steve Daly break down everything homeowners need to know about this year’s Spring Lawn Care Special Offers. Spring is one of the most important windows in Northwest Indiana lawn care. The right timing of fertilization, paired with transparent seasonal incentives, can strengthen root systems and prepare turf for summer stress. In this episode, Steve explains: • Why spring timing matters in NWI’s soil and climate  • How seasonal incentives are structured  • Why some “50% off” offers can be misleading  • Why finishing strong is more important than starting cheap  • How to choose the right lawn plan for your property If you’ve seen our Spring Forward specials, this podcast walks you through the details and helps you decide which incentive fits your goals. Read the full Spring Lawn Care Special Offers blog here:  https://perma-green.com/spring-lawn-fertilizer-specials-2/ Want to understand lawn care pricing before choosing a plan? Start here:  https://perma-green.com/cost/ Ready to get started or have questions about your property?  Contact Perma-Green directly:  https://perma-green.com/contact/ For more information about services and lawn fertilization programs:  https://perma-green.com/services/ https://perma-green.com/lawn-fertilization-plans/ Spring in Northwest Indiana moves fast. Make sure your lawn is positioned correctly before peak growing season begins. Visit Perma-Green online:  https://perma-green.com/ *no prior sales, not valid with other offers. Not redeemable for cash, void where prohibited, see lawn care service for details. Pre-pay only, restrictions apply.  Perma-Green Lawn Care Website https://perma-green.com/ facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063527593848 Contact Steve Daly and/or Perma-Green https://perma-green.com/contact/ Contact Jim Jano https://janollc.com/

    16 min
  4. 4D AGO

    First Podcast of 2026 | What 2025 Taught Us About Lawn Care

    Send a text 2026 Lawn Care Solutions | Why Experience Matters & What We Learned in 2025 In the first Perma-Green podcast of 2026, Jim Jano and Steve Daly reflect on new beginnings, family growth, and what decades of real-world experience mean for Northwest Indiana lawn care. The Perma-Green story began in 1974, and today it remains a true multi-generational family business. This off-season brought a special milestone as technician Cyd Daly was married, highlighting the strong family culture that continues to shape the company. From founder Butch Shiplov’s original vision to long-time team members like Joy and Jason, experience and loyalty remain at the core of Perma-Green’s success. But this episode goes deeper than celebration. Steve and Jim discuss the real turf challenges that 2025 brought to Northwest Indiana — humidity swings, disease pressure, temperature fluctuations, and soil variability across Lake, Porter, and LaPorte Counties. They explain why certified turf training combined with decades of hands-on local experience produces better outcomes than one-size-fits-all lawn programs. In Northwest Indiana, clay-heavy soils, sandy shoreline conditions, and unpredictable weather demand more than textbook knowledge. They require judgment built over time. LINKS Learn more about the Perma-Green team and their history:  https://perma-green.com/about/ Explore professional lawn care services:  https://perma-green.com/services/ View lawn fertilization plans:  https://perma-green.com/lawn-fertilization-plans/ Need help choosing the right program? Start here:  https://perma-green.com/weed-and-feed-guide-to-selecting-the-right-plan/ As we step into 2026, this episode reinforces one simple truth: experience matters in Northwest Indiana lawn care — and it always will. Visit Perma-Green online:  https://perma-green.com/ Perma-Green Lawn Care Website https://perma-green.com/ facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063527593848 Contact Steve Daly and/or Perma-Green https://perma-green.com/contact/ Contact Jim Jano https://janollc.com/

    20 min
  5. Why Lake County, IN's Best Lawn Care uses Acelepryn Grub Control and Not Merit

    06/24/2025

    Why Lake County, IN's Best Lawn Care uses Acelepryn Grub Control and Not Merit

    Send a text In today's podcast, "Get Green Northwest Indiana, Lawn Care Solutions with Steve Daly, you'll discover why Lake County, Indiana's Best Lawn Care Service uses Acelepryn Grub Control & Not Merit.  According to Steve Daly, at Perma-Green, we believe that safer, longer-lasting protection should be available to every homeowner, without paying more. That’s why we exclusively use Acelepryn, one of the most advanced and environmentally friendly grub control products on the market today. In this companion podcast to NWI's top-ranked blog, we explore why Lake County soil is a hotbed for lawn grubs, as its soft, porous nature is inviting to these damaging pests. While most lawn care services still use Merit to control grubs, Perma-Green uses Acelepryn because it's not harmful to bee pollinators and the earth. It also lasts most of the season and is effective on numerous other pests. The list of benefits is long!    The benefits of using Acelepryn Grub Control instead of Merit are substantial, but they get even better. Steve Daly and his Perma-Green Lawn Care team charge about the same for this environmentally safe product as most lawn services in NWI. If you live in Lake County, especially in Munster, Highland, Griffith, Whiting, or Gary, this podcast is made for you! After listening to this podcast, visit the companion blog for more details and solutions from Steve Daly and Perma-Green! We also include the Lake County Lawn Care Community Page, where you'll find Daly's Tips, Lawn Apps, the GBTTracker, soil maps, rain precipitation, and more! Why Lake County’s Best Lawn Care uses Acelepryn Grub Control (Not Merit) COMMUNITY PAGE | Best Lawn Care in Lake County | Local Services COMMUNITY PAGE | NWI DIRECTORY  Perma-Green Lawn Care Website https://perma-green.com/ facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063527593848 Contact Steve Daly and/or Perma-Green https://perma-green.com/contact/ Contact Jim Jano https://janollc.com/

    20 min
  6. 06/23/2025

    Spring's Lawn Summary and Steve's Best Practice Lawn Care for July!

    Send a text Today's podcast returns after a busy spring! With challenges that include a dry winter, cold spring, followed by patches of heavy rain and inconsistent temperatures, best-practice lawn care is critical to your lawn's health.  Steve and Jano also discuss the benefits of using the right lawn service treatments, including why the right grub control can help reduce impact on the earth while optimizing full-season control, advantages of dry fertilizers to the homeowners' busy schedule, and why, for many people, this is a great time to address lawn issues. Finally, Steve reminds Jim why it's never good to leave a hidden hose buried under the lawn's surface before core aeration. While Jim's yard never looked better, the hose became a fountain of laughs!  Discover Daly's Tips, Lawn Care Apps & Tools, soil maps, rain forecasts and numerous lawn care solutions customized to your  Northwest Indiana Community Lawn Care Page!  Perma-Green Website https://perma-green.com/ Northwest Indiana  Directory Page https://perma-green.com/best-lawn-care-in-northwest-indiana-local-directory/ Contact Perma-Green for an Estimate https://perma-green.com/cost/ Phone and email  permagreennwi@gmail.com  Phone : (219) 462-3210 Perma-Green Lawn Care Website https://perma-green.com/ facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063527593848 Contact Steve Daly and/or Perma-Green https://perma-green.com/contact/ Contact Jim Jano https://janollc.com/

    17 min
  7. 03/07/2025

    Finding Your Best Lawn Care Special Offers | It's Not a Deal without This!

    Send a text In today's podcast, Steve reveals the secret to finding your best lawn care special offers and how to avoid the hidden lies buried in some spring turf deals!    Steve also discusses why lawn care outcomes are better than results! The difference is critical to achieving long-term goals and getting the most value from your lawn care service! You'll also learn why lawn care programs and an expert assessment are the foundation to any remarkable lawn!   Featured Spring Deals and Special Offers* 50% OFF Fall Winterizer Application*---Save on Lawn Cares MVP Treatment 25% OFF Lawn Aeration Service-- Perfect for NWI Homeowners with clay soil 10% OFF Pre-Pay Full Season Programs-- Special Discount for New Customers Plus! $25 Don Quijote Gift Certificate for Dinner for Two--Bonus for Full Season Customers Community Support--Tools, Apps, Maps and more by town & county Here is a link to Perma-Green's top ranked blog, Lawn Care Special Offers | Spring Forward with NWI’s Best Deals! This podcast is a must-hear entertainment. If you love saving money and achieving a gorgeous, healthy lawn, this podcast and the below blog link will help jump-start your remarkable lawn of 2025! More Reading: Perma-Green Website Perma-Green Lawn Care Packages Perma-Green Free Estimate   *Promo void where prohibited, not redeemable for cash, no prior sales, can not double stack incentives, one per household, incentive through end of month. Pre-Pay discounts are available to new customers only with payment in full. Fall winterizer or aeration incentive good for one treatment/service only. Don Quijote certificate for dine-in only-Dinner Menu. Perma-Green Lawn Care Website https://perma-green.com/ facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063527593848 Contact Steve Daly and/or Perma-Green https://perma-green.com/contact/ Contact Jim Jano https://janollc.com/

    25 min

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Welcome to Get Green Northwest Indiana,  Your home for lawn care solutions with Steve Daly. In each podcast, you'll learn the secret tips for growing healthy, green grass & best-practice solutions for watering, weed and feed, aeration, and mowing.For lawn care tools, charts, tables, blogs, and community pages with local support, visit: https://perma-green.com/