Spring and fall, when temperatures range between 60 and 90 degrees, is when you want to apply weed and feed.
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Sinziana Spiridon is an outdoorsy writer with a soft spot for organic gardening and over four years' experience covering lawn care. When not writing about weeds, pests, soil, and plant care, she's tending to her veggie garden, her greenhouse tomatoes, and the lovely turf strip in her front yard.
When to Water After Applying Weed and Feed
A good rule of thumb is to wait 24 to 72 hours before watering a treated lawn. Here’s when to water after applying a weed and feed by the type of product:
• Granular post-emergent: Wait 24 to 72 hours before watering to allow granules to dissolve on weed leaves.
• Granular pre-emergent: Water within 3 days with ½ inch or more to get the herbicide into the soil.
• Liquid weed and feed: Wait 24 to 48 hours before watering to avoid dilution.
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Prep the soil, calculate, apply evenly, water in — 4 steps to mulch your yard like a pro for healthier plants and a tidy landscape.
Mulch Calculator: How Much Mulch Do You Need?
Don’t run out mid-project. Use our mulch calculator to find out exactly how many cubic yards or bags you need before you hit the store.
Self-Propelled vs. Push Mowers
Self-propelled mowers propel themselves, while push mowers have to be pushed across the lawn. We discuss other important differences.
How to Use Diatomaceous Earth to Treat Fleas in Your Yard
To treat fleas in the yard with diatomaceous earth, wait for a dry week and spread a thin layer over the infested area.
How to Treat Fleas in Your Yard Naturally
To treat the fleas in your yard naturally, use beneficial nematodes, diatomaceous earth, cedar chips, and natural flea killers.
When to Dethatch Your Lawn
The best time to dethatch your lawn is during your grass’s optimal growth period: late spring in the South or early spring/early fall in the North.
How to Prevent Thatch in Your Lawn
To prevent thatch in your lawn, reduce pesticides and nitrogen, aerate, and spread topdressing two to four times a year.
Signs of Moles in Your Yard
The main signs of moles in your yard are volcano-like molehills and raised ridges branching across the lawn.