{"id":131171,"date":"2025-04-28T16:50:01","date_gmt":"2025-04-28T19:50:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=131171"},"modified":"2025-10-24T19:48:01","modified_gmt":"2025-10-24T22:48:01","slug":"when-to-apply-weed-and-feed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-to-apply-weed-and-feed\/","title":{"rendered":"When to Apply Weed and Feed to Your Lawn"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The best time to apply weed and feed is in the spring and\/or fall when the temperature is just right.  This is when grass is primed to absorb nutrients, and weeds are vulnerable to herbicides. <\/p>    <p>The perfect temperature to apply weed and feed is between 60 and 90 degrees. The ideal window of spring and fall weeks for applying weed and feeds will vary based on your grass type. <\/p>    <p>This article details when to apply weed and feed to your lawn, with expert insights.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-796482c5-300a-4c8e-9c45-81f087960235\" 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\">Best Times to Apply Weed and Feed by Region and Season<\/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\/lawn-care-2\/when-to-apply-weed-and-feed\/#0-when-to-apply-weed-and-feed-by-region-and-grass-type\" style=\"\">When to Apply Weed and Feed by Region and Grass Type<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-to-apply-weed-and-feed\/#1-when-to-apply-weed-and-feed-in-the-fall\" style=\"\">When to Apply Weed and Feed in the Fall<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-to-apply-weed-and-feed\/#2-early-fall\" style=\"\">Early Fall<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-to-apply-weed-and-feed\/#3-late-fall\" style=\"\">Late Fall<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-to-apply-weed-and-feed\/#4-when-to-apply-weed-and-feed-in-the-spring\" style=\"\">When to Apply Weed and Feed in the Spring<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-to-apply-weed-and-feed\/#5-early-spring\" style=\"\">Early Spring<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-to-apply-weed-and-feed\/#6-late-spring\" style=\"\">Late Spring<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-to-apply-weed-and-feed\/#8-why-weed-and-feed-timing-can-be-tricky\" style=\"\">Why Weed and Feed Timing Can Be Tricky<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-to-apply-weed-and-feed\/#9-why-you-shouldn%E2%80%99t-apply-weed-and-feed-in-summer\" style=\"\">Why You Shouldn\u2019t Apply Weed and Feed in Summer<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-to-apply-weed-and-feed\/#10-faq-about-when-to-apply-a-weed-and-feed\" style=\"\">FAQ About When to Apply a Weed and Feed<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-when-to-apply-weed-and-feed-by-region-and-grass-type\">When to Apply Weed and Feed by Region and Grass Type<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"505\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/rsz_lawnstarter-overseeding-map_1-1.jpg\" alt=\"United States map showing the cool season grass zone, warm season grass zone, and the transition zone\" class=\"wp-image-111242\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/rsz_lawnstarter-overseeding-map_1-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/rsz_lawnstarter-overseeding-map_1-1-300x189.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/rsz_lawnstarter-overseeding-map_1-1-646x408.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/rsz_lawnstarter-overseeding-map_1-1-150x95.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/rsz_lawnstarter-overseeding-map_1-1-768x485.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Infographic by Juan Rodriguez<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>The chart below details the approximate time intervals to apply a weed and feed with a post-emergent or a mix of post- and pre-emergent herbicides by grass zone.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Ideal timing to apply a weed and feed varies based on your local climate. Ask your local Extension office specialists for the best month to apply weed and feed in your area.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td rowspan=\"2\">When to Apply Weed and Feed <br>in Cool-Season Grass Regions&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Spring:<\/strong> Mid-April to early June<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Fall:<\/strong> Late August to mid-October<\/td><\/tr><tr><td rowspan=\"2\">When to Apply Weed and Feed <br>in the Transition Zone<\/td><td><strong>Spring:<\/strong><br>Cool-season grasses &#8211; Early April to mid-May&nbsp;<br>Warm-season grasses &#8211; Mid-April to early June&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Fall:<\/strong><br>Cool-season grasses &#8211; Mid-September to early November&nbsp;<br>Warm-season grasses &#8211; September (before dormancy)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td rowspan=\"2\">When to Apply Weed and Feed <br>in Warm-Season Grass Regions<\/td><td><strong>Spring:<\/strong> March to early June<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Fall: <\/strong>September through early October<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-when-to-apply-weed-and-feed-in-the-fall\">When to Apply Weed and Feed in the Fall<\/h2>    <p>Fall is a good time to treat perennial weeds like dandelion and field bindweed, says Ron Honig, extension educator at the Kansas State University Extension. Why? As weeds store nutrients in their roots, they\u2019ll also carry herbicides deeper through their structure. Use a weed and feed with only a post-emergent.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-early-fall\">Early Fall<\/h3>    <p>Choose a weed and feed that combines post-emergent with pre-emergent herbicides. Early fall is a good time to prevent winter annuals (e.g., poa annua, henbit) and cool-season perennials (dandelions) from germinating.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p><strong>Ideal temperatures:<\/strong> Daily air temperature drops below 80 degrees.<\/p>    <p>From <strong>September to early October<\/strong>, lawns recover from the summer stresses of heat and drought. This is:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>The best time to feed <strong>cool-season grasses<\/strong><\/li>    <li>The last window for fertilizing <strong>warm-season grasses<\/strong> with nitrogen.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><strong>Note:<\/strong> For the pre-emergent to work, you need to apply the product when soil temperatures drop below 70 degrees (air temperature is below 80 degrees).<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-late-fall\">Late Fall<\/h3>    <p><strong>Ideal temperatures:<\/strong> Apply weed and feed only when daytime temperatures top 60 degrees.<\/p>    <p>By <strong>mid-October to early November<\/strong>, warm-season lawns are dormant or entering dormancy and should not be treated with a weed and feed. However, you might still have a small window to treat cool-season lawns in the transition zone.<\/p>    <p>Here&#8217;s what to do:&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Choose a fertilizer higher in potassium and lower in nitrogen (e.g., 15-5-10) to improve cold hardiness and avoid triggering a late green-up when the first frost is approaching.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Applying nitrogen too late in the season can delay dormancy and expose the grass to early frost.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <br>&#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-weed-and-feed-lawn\/\">How to Apply Weed and Feed<\/a><br>&#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/when-to-water-after-applying-weed-and-feed\/\">When to Water After Applying Weed and Feed<\/a><br>&#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/fertilizer-numbers-what-they-mean\/\">Fertilizer Numbers: What They Mean and How to Use Them<\/a><\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/granular-herbicide-1.jpeg\" alt=\"bags of lawn fertilizer and herbicide sitting on a lawn with a fertilizer spreader in the background\" class=\"wp-image-121631\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/granular-herbicide-1.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/granular-herbicide-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/granular-herbicide-1-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/granular-herbicide-1-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/bags-of-lawn-fertilizer-and-herbicide-with-broadcast-spreader-in-yard-with-healthy-grass-lawn-care-weed-control-and-landscaping-concept\/799145291?asset_id=799145291\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">JJ Gouin<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/license-terms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-when-to-apply-weed-and-feed-in-the-spring\">When to Apply Weed and Feed in the Spring<\/h2>    <p>If you live in the southern half of the country, you can start planning the weed and feed in late March or early April. The warm climate allows grass to green up early.<\/p>    <p><strong>Note:<\/strong> According to University of Georgia experts, warm-season grasses have the highest risk of herbicide damage when transitioning from winter dormancy to active growth, so avoid applying weed and feed before the lawn greens-up in spring.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-early-spring\">Early Spring<\/h3>    <p><strong>Ideal temperatures<\/strong>: Air temperatures above 60 degrees for at least 4 consecutive days.<\/p>    <p>Here&#8217;s what to do:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Look for a weed and feed formula with post-emergent and pre-emergent herbicides (e.g., Scotts Turf Builder Bonus S Southern Weed &amp; Feed<sub>2<\/sub>) so it can kill existing weeds and also prevent new weeds from growing.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li>The best weed and feed is a low-nitrogen or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/slow-release-vs-quick-release-fertilizer\/\">slow-release product<\/a> that doesn\u2019t force leaf growth.<\/li>    <li>Apply only when the grass is actively growing (after the second mow of the season).&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-late-spring\">Late Spring<\/h3>    <p><strong>Ideal temperatures:<\/strong> Daytime temperatures stay under 90 degrees (85 degrees for Bermuda).&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Mid-April to early June is a good time to apply weed and feed on cool-season grasses in the northern half of the country.&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Avoid feeding Kentucky bluegrass, ryegrass, or fescues later than the first week of June to allow your cool-season lawn to enter summer dormancy.<\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/what-does-potassium-do-for-lawns\/\">Potassium<\/a> improves drought stress resistance. If a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/why-soil-testing-is-important-for-lawn\/\">soil test<\/a> indicates a deficiency, look for a weed and feed high in potassium, like The Andersons Premium Weed and Feed 24-0-16.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>If you haven\u2019t treated your warm-season lawn in March or early April, you can apply a weed and feed formula until early June. Warm-season grasses prepare for their peak growing season and welcome the added nutrients.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-best-time-to-apply-weed-and-feed-checklist\">Best Time to Apply Weed and Feed Checklist<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blue-fertilizer-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Blue chemical fertilizer in granulated form\" class=\"wp-image-131266\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blue-fertilizer-1.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blue-fertilizer-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blue-fertilizer-1-656x437.jpeg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blue-fertilizer-1-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/blue-fertilizer-1-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/blue-chemical-fertilizer-in-granulated-format\/634476632\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ardat pics<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Here is a quick checklist noting the best season, temperature range, weather conditions, and best time of day to apply weed and feed.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Best Season<\/strong><\/td><td>Spring and\/or fall<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Ideal Temperature<\/strong><\/td><td>Daytime temperatures consistently between 60 and 90 <\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Plant Activity<\/strong><\/td><td>Grass is actively growing<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Weather Conditions<\/strong><\/td><td>Mild, windless day<br>No rain in the 24- to 72-hour forecast (depending on product)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Best Time of Day<\/strong><\/td><td>Early morning or early in the evening<br>*<em>If the product requires a wet application, the best time is early morning on a dewy lawn or after a light rain.<\/em><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Newly Seeded Lawn<\/strong><\/td><td>Wait until you mow at least 3 times (about 2 months).<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-why-weed-and-feed-timing-can-be-tricky\">Why Weed and Feed Timing Can Be Tricky<\/h2>    <p>Grass experts are not big fans of weed and feed products because they prevent optimal timing and dosage for the fertilizer and herbicide.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>As Pawel Petelewicz, assistant professor in the Agronomy Department at the University of Florida, notes, the time gap is especially large for pre-emergent treatments.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>\u201cFor example, in North Florida, the ideal timing for applying a pre-emergent herbicide is March 1, but the first recommended fertilizer application isn\u2019t until April 15,\u201d Petelewicz says.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>You can get around this problem by:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Applying a regular pre-emergent (like a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-apply-crabgrass-preventer\/\">crabgrass preventer<\/a>) in early spring.<\/li>    <li>Using a weed and feed with a post-emergent herbicide to kill any remaining weeds later in the season.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong><br>&#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/is-weed-and-feed-bad-for-lawn\/\">Is Weed and Feed Bad for Your Lawn?<\/a><br>&#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-long-after-weed-and-feed-can-you-plant-seed\/\">How Long After Applying Weed and Feed Can You Plant Seed?<\/a><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-why-you-shouldn%E2%80%99t-apply-weed-and-feed-in-summer\">Why You Shouldn\u2019t Apply Weed and Feed in Summer<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"599\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/fertilizer-on-grass.jpg\" alt=\"White granulated fertilizer in a bag on a background of green grass\" class=\"wp-image-131268\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/fertilizer-on-grass.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/fertilizer-on-grass-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/fertilizer-on-grass-656x491.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/fertilizer-on-grass-150x112.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/fertilizer-on-grass-768x575.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/pt\/image-photo\/fertilizer-grass-lawn-meadow-bag-white-1790915528\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Summer is the worst time to apply weed and feed on your lawn because of high heat and drought. During this time, weeds and grass slow their growth, so herbicides and fertilizers are less effective and may even be harmful. <\/p>    <p>During summer:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Weeds are less efficient in moving systemic herbicides inside their structure and are harder to kill.<\/li>    <li>Turf is more sensitive to the salts in weed and feed and can suffer from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/what-is-fertilizer-burn\/\">fertilizer burn<\/a> during drought times \u2014 many products are high in quick-release nitrogen.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-faq-about-when-to-apply-a-weed-and-feed\">FAQ About When to Apply a Weed and Feed<\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1745285293931\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What Are the Benefits of Applying a Weed and Feed Product?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The benefits of applying a weed and feed on your lawn are:<br\/><br\/>\u2022 Thicker turf<br\/>\u2022 Healthier, more resilient grass<br\/>\u2022 Effective weed control<br\/>\u2022 Time-saving application (combines two lawn care tasks into one)<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1745285304382\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">When is it Too Late to Apply Weed and Feed?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It&#8217;s too late for a spring application when midday temperatures rise above 90 degrees (85 degrees for Bermuda). In the fall, it\u2019s too late to apply weed and feed when temperatures drop below 60 degrees; the date varies by location, but a good rule of thumb is to consider mid-October as the end of weed and feed season.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1745285311033\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I Apply Weed and Feed After a Lot of Rain?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, you can apply a weed and feed after a lot of rain, but you must wait until the lawn and soil dry out a bit. You want moist soil (not waterlogged) and damp grass leaves, so the weed killer granules can stick and dissolve without being washed out.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-when-to-hire-a-lawn-treatment-professional\">When to Hire a Lawn Treatment Professional<\/h2>    <p>Timing a weed and feed application can be tricky, and these products work only if applied at the right moment. It\u2019s easier and more effective to leave the scheduling to a lawn treatment professional.\u00a0<\/p>    <p>Find a skilled <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/landscaping\/lawn-treatment\">lawn treatment pro near you<\/a> with LawnStarter and reap all the benefits of weed and feed with zero effort from your part.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-48ea1f0a-f764-4b28-b2ed-c77beda6fd14\" 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-0-48ea1f0a-f764-4b28-b2ed-c77beda6fd14\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-48ea1f0a-f764-4b28-b2ed-c77beda6fd14\" style=\"color: #000000; \">Sources:<\/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-0-48ea1f0a-f764-4b28-b2ed-c77beda6fd14\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/site.extension.uga.edu\/colquitthomeowners\/2025\/02\/its-warm-outside-is-it-time-to-put-weed-control-on-my-lawn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">It\u2019s Warm Outside! Is it Time to Put Weed Control on my Lawn?<\/a>\u201d By Jeremy Kichler. University of Georgia.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.k-state.edu\/wildwestdistrict\/2021\/10\/14\/fall-is-the-best-time-to-control-dandelions-and-perennial-weeds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fall is the Best Time to Control Dandelions and Perennial Weeds<\/a>.\u201d By Ron Honig, extension educator. Kansas State Research and Extension.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/extension.sdstate.edu\/fall-lawn-weed-control\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fall Lawn Weed Control<\/a>.\u201d By Paul O. Johnson, SDSU extension weed science coordinator. South Dakota State University Extension.<\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/agronomy.ifas.ufl.edu\/turfgrass-weed-science\/pawel-petelewicz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pawel Petelewicz<\/a>, PhD., assistant professor in the Agronomy Department at the University of Florida, Gainesville, FL. 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