Get ready, because within a month it’ll be time to start applying pre-emergent herbicide to your lawn! But hold up, do you know what pre-emergent herbicides do? Well, let me break it down for you. These bad boys are designed to stop those pesky weed seeds from sprouting. Yep, they’re all about preventing growth before it even starts.
Now, before you rush off to Wells Brothers, here’s a pro tip: know the square footage of your lawn. It’ll help you pick the right amount of pre-emergent. Oh, and one more thing – pre-emergent is not the same as fertilizer, so don’t get ’em mixed up.
If you’re looking for synthetic pre-emergent products, Wells Brothers recommends Gallery for broadleaf weeds and Dimension for those grassy annoyances. A 10-pound bag of Gallery will cover around 2,000 square feet and last you about 4 months. On the other hand, Dimension comes in a 12-pound bag (3,500 square feet coverage) and a 35-pound bag (10,000 square feet coverage). You can reapply Dimension every 4 weeks, like clockwork.
If you prefer the all-natural stuff, check out Corn Gluten Meal. It’s available in powder and pelleted forms. The powder is a bit faster, but it can get messy. The pelleted version takes a bit longer to activate, but it’s easier to apply. Either way, you’ll want to use about 20 pounds per 1,000 square feet of lawn. And the time to apply? Right now, my friend!
One more thing that folks often ask about: Can you apply pre-emergent and fertilizer together? Nope, not really. It’s best to apply one and then the other. Mixing them in the spreader at the same time? Major no-no.
Oh, and don’t forget to check out Wells Brothers’ handy-dandy schedule for fertilizer and pre-emergent application below. It’s super easy to read, and you’ll find all the info you need. Just keep in mind that Mother Nature can be a bit unpredictable, so factors like rain and heat may impact the timing a bit.
Happy pre-emergent weed battle! May your lawn stay lush and weed-free.
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