Apply crabgrass 

 pply crabgrass preventer early in the spring before the crabgrass seeds start to germinate.

  Preparation

Mow your lawn to the recommended height for your grass type. Make sure the lawn is dry before applying the preventer.

 temperature

 The soil temperature should be around 55°F (13°C) for a few consecutive days. This is typically when the forsythia flowers start to bloom.

 Choosing the Right Product

 Select a pre-emergent herbicide labeled for crabgrass prevention. Products may contain ingredients like pendimethalin, prodiamine, or dithiopyr.

  Application

  Fill your spreader with the crabgrass preventer according to the product’s instructions.

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 Walk at a steady pace to ensure even coverage across your lawn. If using a broadcast spreader,

 1. Tips 

 Keep kids and pets off the lawn until the herbicide has been watered in and the lawn is dry.

 2. Tips 

  If you have already seeded your lawn, wait until the new grass is well-established before applying crabgrass preventer, as it can inhibit the growth of grass seedlings