{"id":118161,"date":"2024-11-15T19:31:33","date_gmt":"2024-11-15T22:31:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=118161"},"modified":"2025-08-24T21:34:52","modified_gmt":"2025-08-25T00:34:52","slug":"how-to-prevent-weeds-in-flower-beds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-prevent-weeds-in-flower-beds\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Prevent Weeds in Flower Beds"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You add flower beds to beautify your yard. Then, weeds start to appear, ruining the aesthetics and health of your plants. Avoid this scenario by knowing how to prevent weeds in flower beds.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Proper bed preparation, plant spacing, using landscape fabric, and applying pre-emergent herbicide are just some of the things you can do to keep weeds at bay. You can also apply mulch, install edging, hand weed regularly, and water properly.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s how you can maintain a weed-free flower bed:<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-a0d961cd-69ed-4b66-9700-8e382154f066\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\" style=\"\">Table of Contents<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-prevent-weeds-in-flower-beds\/#0-prepare-the-bed-properly\" style=\"\">Prepare the Bed Properly<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-prevent-weeds-in-flower-beds\/#1-lay-landscape-fabricweed-barrier\" style=\"\">Lay Landscape Fabric\/Weed Barrier<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-prevent-weeds-in-flower-beds\/#2-spread-mulch\" style=\"\">Spread Mulch<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-prevent-weeds-in-flower-beds\/#3-install-edging\" style=\"\">Install Edging<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-prevent-weeds-in-flower-beds\/#4-use-strategic-plant-spacing\" style=\"\">Use Strategic Plant Spacing<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-prevent-weeds-in-flower-beds\/#5-hand-weed-regularly\" style=\"\">Hand Weed Regularly<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-prevent-weeds-in-flower-beds\/#6-water-properly\" style=\"\">Water Properly<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-prevent-weeds-in-flower-beds\/#7-apply-pre-emergent-herbicide\" style=\"\">Apply Pre-Emergent Herbicide<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-prevent-weeds-in-flower-beds\/#8-faq-about-preventing-weeds-in-flower-beds\" style=\"\">FAQ About Preventing Weeds in Flower Beds<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes left-align-table has-medium-font-size\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Project Difficulty:<\/strong> Easy to difficult, depending on the chosen method<br><strong>Estimated Time to Complete:<\/strong> Initial tasks can take 1 to 2 hours, and regular upkeep (weeding and watering) can take an hour or less.<br><strong>Project Cost:<\/strong> It depends. For example, a 4 ft. x 100 ft. roll of landscape fabric costs around $34, while <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/landscape-edging-cost\/\">landscape edging<\/a> can cost anywhere from $2 to $11.50 per linear foot.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-prepare-the-bed-properly\">Prepare the Bed Properly<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Proper bed preparation can help you build a solid foundation for your flower bed, discouraging weeds from taking root.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some pointers for preparing your flower bed properly:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Rake out debris, rocks, and roots.<\/li>    <li>Remove any existing weeds. Remember to pull out the roots as well.<\/li>    <li>Till or loosen the soil <strong>6 to 12 inches deep<\/strong> to disrupt weed seed layers.<\/li>    <li>Build a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/raised-garden-beds\/\">raised bed<\/a> or add soil to raise the surface of your flower bed (about 6 inches high) to create a barrier.<\/li>    <li>Mix in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/what-is-compost\/\">compost<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/types-soil-amendments\/\">soil amendments<\/a> to help boost plant health.<\/li> <\/ul>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes left-align-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>For your <em>existing<\/em> flower beds, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/signup-web.lawnstarter.com\/cart\/contact-info?intent=flowerBedWeeding\">hire a LawnStarter lawn care pro<\/a> to get rid of the weeds. <strong>Flower bed weeding costs around $96<\/strong>, on average. But with an <strong>average customer rating of 4.5<\/strong>, you have nothing to lose \u2014 except the weeds in your flower beds.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-lay-landscape-fabricweed-barrier\">Lay Landscape Fabric\/Weed Barrier<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/plants-g3d1b0d202_1920-1.jpg\" alt=\"Landscape fabric surrounding plants\" class=\"wp-image-66065\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/plants-g3d1b0d202_1920-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/plants-g3d1b0d202_1920-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/plants-g3d1b0d202_1920-1-646x430.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/plants-g3d1b0d202_1920-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/plants-g3d1b0d202_1920-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/photos\/plant-planting-help-planting-foil-5211026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Homeowners who want a low-maintenance weed control option use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/landscape-fabric-guide-types-uses\/\">landscape fabric<\/a> as a weed barrier. The fabric covers the soil, stopping sunlight from reaching weed seeds while allowing water and air to pass through (depending on the type).<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some homeowners add soil or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/what-is-mulch\/\">mulch<\/a> on top of the fabric to create a tidy appearance. But a word of caution: Weed seeds will eventually land on top of the soil or mulch and sprout. Regular hand-weeding or herbicide will keep them at bay.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Pro Tip:<\/em><\/strong><em> Another option is to use newspapers instead of landscape fabric. Besides being cost-effective and sustainable, newspapers enrich the soil as they decompose over time.<\/em><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-install-landscape-fabric\/\">How to Install Landscape Fabric<\/a><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-spread-mulch\">Spread Mulch<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/mulch.jpg\" alt=\"dark brown colored mulch next to a well maintained lawn\" class=\"wp-image-113510\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/mulch.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/mulch-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/mulch-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/mulch-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/atgeist\/8470971075\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tom Britt<\/a> \/ Flickr \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Landscape fabrics aren&#8217;t everyone&#8217;s top pick for weed prevention. Many homeowners choose to add a different <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/types-of-mulch\/\">type of mulch<\/a> to their flower beds instead.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/types-of-organic-mulch\/\">Organic mulch<\/a>, such as wood chips and pine needles, is a great option as it can add nutrients to the soil as it breaks down. But if you want a longer-lasting mulch, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/types-of-inorganic-mulch\/\">inorganic mulch<\/a> like river rocks and recycled tumbled glass would be better.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Pro Tip:<\/em><\/strong><em> Spread the mulch evenly, about <\/em><strong><em>2 to 3 inches deep<\/em><\/strong><em>. To avoid fungal disease or rot, don\u2019t let organic mulch touch the stems of your plants \u2014 leave a gap (around <\/em><strong><em>1 inch<\/em><\/strong><em>) between the plant stems and mulch.<\/em><\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes left-align-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Have a <a href=\"https:\/\/signup-web.lawnstarter.com\/cart\/contact-info?intent=flowerBedWeeding\">LawnStarter landscaping pro<\/a> mulch your flower beds. Our customers <strong>pay an average of $286 per mulching service<\/strong> and give our pros a <strong>rating of 4.7<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See Related:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-choose-right-mulch-color\/\">How to Choose the Right Color Mulch for Your Landscape<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-deep-should-mulch-be\/\">How Deep Should Mulch Be?<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-install-edging\">Install Edging<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/edging-flower-bed-1.jpeg?wsr\" alt=\"A neatly manicured flower bed with vibrant orange and yellow blooms arranged around a central decorative white urn planter. The garden bed is bordered by stone edging and surrounded by lush green grass and trimmed hedges.\" class=\"wp-image-134449\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/edging-flower-bed-1.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/edging-flower-bed-1-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/edging-flower-bed-1-656x492.jpeg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/edging-flower-bed-1-150x113.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/edging-flower-bed-1-768x576.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Flowers,_Regent%27s_Park,_London_-_DSC07043.JPG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rept0n1x<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/3.0\/deed.en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 3.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While it serves as a design element, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/garden-edging-ideas-tips\/\">garden edging<\/a> can also help prevent weeds in your flower beds. It can act as a barrier that discourages underground runners and seed spread.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Brick, stone, and pavers are the most common materials, but some homeowners prefer plastic edging. For a more natural look, you can choose materials like bamboo, wood, or pebbles.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Follow these steps to install edging on your flower beds:<\/p>    <ol class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Dig a trench around the flower bed to install the edging securely. Depending on the material, it should be around <strong>4 to 6 inches deep<\/strong>.<\/li>    <li>Leave at least 2 inches of edging above the ground.<\/li>    <li>Angle the trench slightly outward to block roots from slipping under.<\/li> <\/ol>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/gardening-2\/how-to-keep-bermudagrass-out-flower-beds\/\">How to Keep Bermudagrass Out of Flower Beds<\/a><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-use-strategic-plant-spacing\">Use Strategic Plant Spacing<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/flower-bed-1.jpeg?wsr\" alt=\"Colorful flowers thrive in well maintained flower bed bordered with new mulch and stones  \" class=\"wp-image-134451\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/flower-bed-1.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/flower-bed-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/flower-bed-1-656x437.jpeg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/flower-bed-1-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/flower-bed-1-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/colorful-flowers-thrive-in-well-maintained-flower-bed-bordered-with-new-mulch-and-stones\/1093650290\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Agata25<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Planting your flowers close together will make your flower bed look lush and thriving. Plus, it can help crowd out weeds by creating a canopy that blocks out sunlight and limits the space where weed seeds can germinate.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The key is to use flowers that can be planted close together. For example, milliflora petunias can be planted <strong>4 to 6 inches<\/strong> apart, while begonias need to be <strong>8 to 12 inches<\/strong> apart.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consider the following when close planting in flower beds:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Follow spacing guidelines<\/strong> based on the type of plant, but lean toward the lower range for fuller coverage.<\/li>    <li><strong>Use groundcovers or low-growing fillers<\/strong> to cover the space between taller plants.<\/li>    <li><strong>Group plants with similar watering and sunlight needs<\/strong> to reduce both stress and open gaps.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-hand-weed-regularly\">Hand Weed Regularly<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even with all the prep work, a few weeds can still sneak in. So, you\u2019ll need to keep them under control&nbsp;to prevent future generations of weeds. Gabrielle LaTora, agriculture and natural resources agent from the University of Georgia, says, \u201cHand-pulling is the best method \u2014 it\u2019s time-consuming but very effective if you remove all the roots.\u201d<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fortunately, you don\u2019t have to do it every day. A quick check once a week should be enough. To avoid wasting your effort, we recommend following these rules when hand weeding:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Hand-pull weeds after rain or watering<\/strong> when the soil is still soft, so roots will come out cleanly.<\/li>    <li><strong>Grab weeds at the base and pull them slowly<\/strong>, preferably with a hand puller tool.<\/li>    <li><strong>Toss the weeds into the trash<\/strong> and not into compost piles.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/how-to-get-rid-of-weeds-in-flower-beds\/\">How to Get Rid of Weeds in Flower Beds<\/a><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-water-properly\">Water Properly<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Watering-Plants.jpeg\" alt=\"Hand holding water hose and watering\" class=\"wp-image-118168\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Watering-Plants.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Watering-Plants-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Watering-Plants-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Watering-Plants-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/hand-holding-water-hose-and-watering-to-the-plant-in-outdoor-garden\/231819254?prev_url=detail&amp;asset_id=231819254\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SKT Studio<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock Free \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/license-terms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your other best option, according to LaTora, is to grow a healthy, vigorous flower bed using proper management practices to prevent weeds from establishing.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Targeted watering can help your flowers thrive while leaving weed seeds high and dry. It\u2019s one of the sneakiest ways of killing weeds in the garden.<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Use <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/beginners-guide-drip-irrigation-systems\/\">drip irrigation<\/a><strong> or soaker hoses<\/strong> to water only the plants, not the entire bed.<\/li>    <li><strong>Water in the morning<\/strong> to avoid prolonged dampness in your soil, which encourages weed growth.<\/li>    <li><strong>Avoid overhead sprinklers<\/strong>, as they can water germinating weed seeds in vacant soil.<\/li>    <li><strong>Don\u2019t overwater<\/strong>, as soggy soil invites both weeds and diseases.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-apply-pre-emergent-herbicide\">Apply Pre-Emergent Herbicide<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A proven preventive technique, applying <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/what-are-pre-emergent-herbicides\/\">pre-emergent herbicides<\/a> can stop weed seeds even before they sprout. They\u2019re especially helpful in early spring or after turning the soil.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes left-align-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Do\u2019s<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Don\u2019ts<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Apply in early spring or late summer, before weed seeds germinate<\/td><td>Don&#8217;t apply when it&#8217;s too cold<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Choose products labeled for use around flowers<\/td><td>Avoid using lawn formulas<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Water lightly after application<\/td><td>Don\u2019t disturb the soil for at least an hour after application<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> Follow the instructions carefully, and remember that too much isn\u2019t better.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes left-align-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Hire one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/signup-web.lawnstarter.com\/cart\/contact-info?intent=flowerBedWeeding\">lawn treatment pros<\/a> to put down a pre-emergent application. Our customers <strong>spend an average of $99<\/strong> and give our pros an <strong>average rating of 4.7<\/strong> for our early season pre-emergent services.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-to-apply-pre-emergent-herbicide\/\">When to Apply Pre-Emergent Herbicide<\/a><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-faq-about-preventing-weeds-in-flower-beds\">FAQ About Preventing Weeds in Flower Beds<\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1748408736551\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What\u2019s the Best Way to Prevent Weeds Between Pavers in My Flower Beds?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Filling in the spaces between pavers with polymeric sand can help block weed growth. Clean the cracks and brush polymeric sand, then wet it down so it hardens.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1748408741380\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Will Landscape Fabric Work Long-Term in Preventing Weeds?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No, landscape fabric is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/gardening-2\/pros-and-cons-of-using-landscape-fabric\/\">not a long-term solution<\/a> for preventing weeds. Over time, weed seeds will blow on top, germinate, and root into the fabric.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1748408747964\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do Coffee Grounds Prevent Weeds in Flower Beds?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, coffee grounds can help prevent weeds in your flower beds. Plus, they can also help deter pests.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-we-can-build-flower-beds-and-keep-them-weed-free\">We Can Build Flower Beds and Keep Them Weed-Free<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By following these weed prevention methods, you won\u2019t have to worry about getting rid of weeds. And if you don\u2019t want to get your hands dirty, contact a <a href=\"https:\/\/signup-web.lawnstarter.com\/cart\/contact-info?intent=flowerBedWeeding\">local landscaping pro<\/a> who can help build your flower beds and keep them weed-free.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-e7d657a5-c4e5-4a47-b3e5-13fc0acb7c12\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"true\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-e7d657a5-c4e5-4a47-b3e5-13fc0acb7c12\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-e7d657a5-c4e5-4a47-b3e5-13fc0acb7c12\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Sources:<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-e7d657a5-c4e5-4a47-b3e5-13fc0acb7c12\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.caes.uga.edu\/about\/personnel\/person.html\/22517\/gabrielle-latora.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gabrielle LaTora<\/a>, agriculture and natural resources agent at the University of Georgia Extension, Fulton County. Personal interview.<\/li>    <li>LawnStarter internal data.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/extension.usu.edu\/archive\/tips-for-edging-your-lawn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tips for Edging Your Lawn<\/a>.\u201d By Jerry Goodspeed, extension professor. Utah State University.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/content.ces.ncsu.edu\/weed-management-in-annual-color-beds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Weed Management in Annual Color Beds<\/a>.\u201d By Joe Neal, professor and extension specialist. North Carolina State University Extension.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"http:\/\/extension.msstate.edu\/publications\/weed-management-strategies-for-ornamental-landscape-beds-and-ground-covers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Weed Management Strategies for Ornamental Landscape Beds and Ground Covers<\/a>.\u201d By Jay McCurdy, associate professor, and Geoff Denny, former assistant extension professor. 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