Northern Roots Lawn Care is passionate about lawn care, and we know how much your lawn means to you. That’s why we offer tips and expert care to keep your lawn healthy, green, and free of weeds. As we head into spring, one of the most effective ways to prepare and protect your lawn is by applying a crabgrass pre-emergent fertilizer – here’s why it’s so important.
What Is Crabgrass and How Can You Treat It?
Crabgrass is one of the most common and persistent weeds that can invade your lawn, especially in the warmer months. If left unchecked, it can quickly spread, suffocating your grass and making it difficult to achieve the healthy, lush green lawn you desire. This is where crabgrass pre-emergent fertilizing comes into play.
A pre-emergent herbicide is applied to your lawn before the crabgrass seeds have a chance to germinate. This treatment forms a barrier in the soil that prevents the seeds from taking root. Along with controlling crabgrass, a pre-emergent application often includes a slow-release fertilizer to give your grass the nutrients it needs to thrive as the growing season begins. Our Premium Turf Care Program starts with crabgrass pre-emergent fertilizer to give your lawn a head start in controlling this pesky weed.
Why Fertilizer Timing Matters
The key to effective crabgrass control is applying the pre-emergent in early spring, before the seeds begin to germinate. Timing it right gives your lawn the best chance to stay healthy while preventing crabgrass from taking hold.
Our Premium Turf Care Program
Crabgrass control is the first step in our Premium Turf Care Program:
STEP 1: Early Spring Application
We kick off the season with a pre-emergent treatment to stop crabgrass and a slow-release fertilizer to nourish your lawn.
STEP 2: Late Spring Weed Control
In late spring, we target weeds like dandelions and clover that are already sprouting.
STEP 3: Summer Fertilizing
We keep your lawn healthy with a fertilizer that helps it stay lush during the summer heat. Any weeds are spot-treated at this time.
STEP 4: Late Summer Application
We continue feeding your lawn while tackling broadleaf weeds and any remaining crabgrass.
STEP 5: Fall Fertilizing
In fall, we nourish your lawn into dormancy, strengthening the roots for a strong recovery in spring.
Keep Your Lawn Healthy and Weed-Free
Starting the season with crabgrass pre-emergent fertilizing sets your lawn up for success. At Northern Roots, we’re here to help you have a lush, green lawn year-round. Contact us today on our website, or call us at 763-777-4233 for a free quote and give your lawn a head start in weed control this season!