ABOUT US
The start to a lawn lasting relationship!
The largest and most recognized lawn and landscape provider in the area, Smitty’s Lawn and Landscape has been serving the Fort Dodge and surrounding areas for over 15 years. We cater our award-winning services to residential, Homeowners Associations, and commercial property owners by offering complete lawn and landscape solutions. We are the only local lawn and landscape service company to do so for all four seasons.
Our Story
Growing up in the Fort Dodge area, owner Jon Baedke and his family have a love for all things agriculture. In 2004, Jon bought Smitty’s Lawn from local business owner Don Larson, who had grown his company into a reputable lawn care and mowing business.
In 2013, Jon purchased Eddie’s Greenhouse, today known as Smitty’s Garden Center. Eddie’s Greenhouse was originally a seasonal business with a reputation for its high-quality annuals. It wasn’t long after Jon expanded it to include perennials, shrubs, trees, landscape materials, gardening supplies, and decor.
Two years later, Jon bought the former Larsen Electric building next to the Greenhouse and transformed it into a place to operate his business. This created one large site for both businesses to showcase their services. Bringing both companies to one location makes Smitty’s Lawn & Landscape and Smitty’s Garden Center the place for all your lawn and garden needs.
Licensed and Certified Technicians
Locally owned, our trained and knowledgeable technicians are familiar with the local Fort Dodge climate and specific problems our lawn and properties are prone to. We are licensed and insured through the State of Iowa. For all your tree and shrub care needs, we have International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborists on staff as well as trained applicators.
Smitty’s Garden Center
Part of Smitty’s family, our Garden Center is an award-winning nursery that is a gardener’s paradise. Our Garden Center offers a multitude of annuals and perennials, seasonal vegetables, herbs, and a variety of lawn and landscaping supplies. Looking for that unique piece to accentuate your garden? Our Garden Center has creative ideas to make your landscape and garden beds pop with color.
Smitty’s Garden Center Hours
(April)
Monday – Friday: 8 am-6 pm
Saturday: 8 am-5 pm
Sunday: 10 am-4 pm
(May)
Monday – Friday: 8 am -7 pm
Saturday: 8 am – 6 pm
Sunday: 9 am – 5 pm
(June)
Monday – Saturday: 8 am – 6 pm
Sunday: 9 am – 5 pm
Because the Garden Center’s hours change seasonally, we suggest that you visit our Facebook page for the most up-to-date hours or contact us at 515-955-2431. We are located at 7 S. 23rd St. in Fort Dodge. Our hard-working managers and staff have the training and skills needed to answer all your landscaping questions. Stop in and visit us today.
OUR TEAM
Jon Baedke
Owner
Jon grew up in Fort Dodge, graduating from Fort Dodge Senior High in 1991. He then attended Iowa Stat...Read More
Dennis Detmering
Accounts Manager
Dennis Detmering has been the accounts manager for our lawn care and lawn maintenance clients for the...Read More
Jaime Brinkman
Designer/Arborist
Jaime Brinkman’s love for science, the outdoors, and creativity started at a young age growing up on ...Read More
Will Vaughn
Lead Grower
Growing up in tropical Florida, Will was impacted by horticulture for the first time in a high school...Read More
Smitty’s Lawn and Landscape Serve the Following Locations:
Smitty’s Lawn and Landscape serves Fort Dodge and the surrounding areas, including Humboldt, Manson, Rockwell City, and Webster City.
Employment Opportunities
We’re Looking for Talented Employees!
If you are interested in working with a company with years of experience and fabulous culture, you’ve come to the right place. We are looking for individuals who are dedicated, hard-working, and enjoy working with others. Here at Smitty’s, we have a variety of different full-time and seasonal positions that you can apply for. Experience is a plus, but we love to see those who are eager to learn as well.