Which type of fertilizer is best for preventing weeds?

Using a <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Pre-Emergent/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z1cns1?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">pre-emergent fertilizer</a> in the early spring can help <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Prevent-Weeds/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z1zibe?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">prevent weeds</a> from growing in the first place. You can also apply a <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Post-Emergent/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z1cnso?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">post-emergent fertilizer</a> to kill weeds already growing.

When is the best time to fertilize a new lawn?

You can use a lawn fertilizer specifically formulated for new lawns in <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Early-Spring/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z1pbqs?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">early</a> or <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Late-Spring/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z1phn6?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">late spring</a> to help your new grass establish and grow strong roots.

What are some of the top-rated Pennington lawn fertilizers?

One of our top-rated Pennington lawn fertilizers is the <a href = "https://www.homedepot.com/p/Pennington-33-6-lbs-12-000-sq-ft-Full-Season-Lawn-Fertilizer-Granules-32-0-5-100550301/327957937?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">33.6 lbs. 12,000 sq. ft. Full Season Lawn Fertilizer Granules 32-0-5</a>.

What are the benefits of using an organic fertilizer?

Organic fertilizers, like <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Bone-Meal/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z1dcgg?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">bone meal</a> and <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Fish-Emulsion/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z1de91?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">fish emulsion</a>, are slow-release and improve soil health over time. They help feed the soil microorganisms that benefit your lawn.

Will this fertilizer control crabgrass?

If you are concerned about crabgrass, choose a fertilizer labeled "<a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Controls-Crabgrass/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z1zicv?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">controls crabgrass</a>". These fertilizers contain herbicides that target crabgrass specifically.