What’s the Deal with Pre-Emergent Herbicide?

Pre-emergent herbicide is a mix of herbicide and fertiliser. Used for weed control, it will prevent seed germination. But that sounds too good to be true, what’s the catch?

Pre-emergent weed control will only deal with the seeds of weeds that are yet to germinate. Any existing weeds will still be a problem.

The best way to use a pre-emergent is to eradicate existing weeds and then make the pre-emergent part of your lawn care routine. This is much healthier and easier than spraying weeds as they appear throughout the year.

Pre-emergent works on both broadleaf and annual grass type weeds. It should be applied much like standard fertiliser. Use a hand spreader, or similar, sprinkling it across the lawn and then water it in thoroughly.

This is an excellent way to keep the weeds away throughout the year. Pre-emergent weed control is also versatile. It can be used in domestic settings, fairways, golf tees and sports fields. Not only that but the fertiliser in the mix gives your lawn a boost too.