Professional Lawn Care, Landscaping & Irrigation in Apple Valley, MN
The Groundsmasters delivers reliable lawn care, landscaping, irrigation, and property services to Apple Valley and all of Dakota County. Veteran-owned and operated.
Trusted in Southern Minnesota since 1984. Fast response. No obligation.
50 miles From Our Home Base
Apple Valley is well within our 1-hour service radius from Owatonna. Our crews run established routes through Dakota County every week.
Same-Week Scheduling
Because we are already in the area regularly, Apple Valley customers get fast scheduling and the same reliable service as our Owatonna clients.
Licensed, Bonded & Insured
42+ years in business. NALP & Irrigation Association members. State-licensed applicators with annual continuing education.
Lawn Care, Landscaping & Irrigation in Apple Valley, Minnesota
Apple Valley property owners deal with the same conditions that test every lawn and landscape in southern Minnesota — compacted clay soils, heavy spring runoff, summer drought stress, and winters that push freeze-thaw cycles past 100 per year. The Groundsmasters serves Apple Valley (a major suburban community in the southern Twin Cities metro area) on established weekly routes from our Owatonna base, just 50 miles away, so response times stay short and scheduling stays consistent.
Apple Valley is a major suburban city in Dakota County with a population of 56,000+, located about 50 miles north of Owatonna in the southern Twin Cities metro. The city is known for the Minnesota Zoo and its excellent parks system.
Apple Valley residents take pride in well-maintained properties. The city's blend of established 1970s-80s neighborhoods and newer developments means diverse landscaping needs — from mature tree care to fresh landscape installations.
Apple Valley's suburban density means neighbors notice property upkeep. Consistent, professional lawn care and seasonal maintenance help homeowners maintain property values and community standards.
From the neighborhoods surrounding Lebanon Hills Regional Park to the commercial areas along Cedar Avenue and 150th Street, Apple Valley properties benefit from our reliable, full-service approach.
With 42+ years of continuous operation since 1984, we bring field-tested knowledge of Dakota County soils, drainage patterns, and growing conditions to every property we maintain. Our team is fully licensed, bonded, and insured. Chemical applicators hold current state licenses; irrigation technicians are state-licensed PVB and RPZ testers. We are active members of the Irrigation Association, NALP, and the Owatonna Area Chamber of Commerce.
Services available in Apple Valley include lawn care with mowing, aeration, and rolling; landscape design and installation; irrigation system design, installation, repair, and seasonal maintenance; mulch installation and infusionator recoloring; fertilizing and weed control by licensed applicators; mosquito, tick, ant, and emerald ash borer control; decorative concrete curbing, patios, and driveways; parking lot and street sweeping; tree pruning, removal, and stump grinding; permanent Trimlight outdoor LED lighting; and snow plowing with salting and ice management in the Owatonna core area.
Every engagement starts with a free, on-site estimate — call (507) 455-0081 or submit a request online. We walk your Apple Valley property, assess conditions, and provide a transparent quote. Commercial property managers with multiple locations get volume scheduling and custom service agreements that keep every site on the same standard.
Landmarks like Minnesota Zoo, Lebanon Hills Regional Park, Kelley Park make Apple Valley a community worth investing in. We help property owners here protect that investment with grounds care that performs through every season.
Ready to get started in Apple Valley?
Free estimate. No obligation. We'll follow up within 24 hours — often sooner.
Our Services in Apple Valley, MN
Every service below is available to Apple Valley residential and commercial customers. Click any service to see how we deliver it in your area.Note: Snow removal services are primarily offered in the Owatonna area and may be limited in Apple Valley. Learn more about our Owatonna snow services.
Popular Services in Apple Valley
Why Choose The Groundsmasters for Apple Valley, MN
We Know Your Soil & Climate
Based 50 miles away in Owatonna, our crews work Dakota County properties weekly and understand the local soils, drainage patterns, and seasonal pressures that affect every service we perform in Apple Valley.
42+ Years, Same Ownership
Veteran-owned and operating continuously since 1984, The Groundsmasters has outlasted dozens of competitors because we show up on schedule, finish what we start, and stand behind the work.
Licensed Where It Counts
State-licensed chemical applicators with annual continuing education. State-licensed PVB and RPZ irrigation testers. Full liability coverage, bonding, and workers' compensation on every crew.
One Provider, Every Season
Lawn care, landscaping, irrigation, concrete, tree work, lighting, and snow removal — Apple Valley customers bundle services under one account instead of juggling multiple contractors.
Transparent Estimates, No Pressure
Call (507) 455-0081 and we visit your Apple Valley property in person. You get a written scope and price before any work begins — no surprises, no upsell pressure.
Storm-Ready Dispatch
Radio-dispatched crews mobilize during snow events, not after. When a winter storm hits, our equipment is already on the road clearing properties across the service area.
Work We've Done Near Apple Valley
Our crews work across Dakota County and the surrounding area every week. From the neighborhoods surrounding Lebanon Hills Regional Park to the commercial areas along Cedar Avenue and 150th Street, Apple Valley properties benefit from our reliable, full-service approach.

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Also Serving Communities Near Apple Valley
In addition to Apple Valley, our crews cover 21 communities within a 1-hour radius of Owatonna. Here are some nearby areas we serve:
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What Our Customers Say
“Best lawn care service we've used. Reliable, professional, and our yard looks amazing.”
— James T., Faribault
“They handle everything for our property — lawn, landscaping, snow. One call does it all.”
— Sarah M., Owatonna
“Honest, dependable, and they do great work. Highly recommend.”
— Mike D., Waseca
Get Reliable Property Services in Apple Valley, MN
The Groundsmasters has served Apple Valley and Dakota County for over 42 years. Request your free estimate and we'll follow up within 24 hours — often sooner.
No pressure. Just honest recommendations about your property.
