What are some of the top-rated spring pre and post emergent lawn fertilizers?

One of our top-rated spring pre and post emergent lawn fertilizers is the <a href = "https://www.homedepot.com/p/GreenView-36-lbs-Fairway-Formula-Spring-Fertilizer-Weed-and-Feed-and-Crabgrass-Preventer-Covers-10-000-sq-ft-24-0-6-2129193/303992543?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">36 lbs. Fairway Formula Spring Fertilizer Weed and Feed and Crabgrass Preventer, Covers 10,000 sq. ft. (24-0-6)</a>.

Which spring pre and post emergent lawn fertilizers brands are available at The Home Depot?

We carry a wide variety of the top brands of spring pre and post emergent lawn fertilizers, such as <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Vigoro/Pre-and-Post-Emergent/Spring/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1ktZ1z0nb0oZ1z1cntq?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">Vigoro</a>, <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/BIOADVANCED/Pre-and-Post-Emergent/Spring/N-5yc1vZbx6bZxosZ1z0nb0oZ1z1cntq?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">BIOADVANCED</a>, and <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/Just-Scentsational/Pre-and-Post-Emergent/Spring/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ8kgZ1z0nb0oZ1z1cntq?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">Just Scentsational</a>.

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.

What are fertilizers used for?

Fertilizers act as a nutrient boost for your lawn and plants, helping them grow strong and stay healthy. By applying fertilizer, you're giving your outdoor spaces the nourishment they need to flourish.

How do I know if I need a pre-emergent or post-emergent fertilizer?

<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> is applied before weeds sprout, preventing them from growing. <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> is applied after weeds have emerged, to kill them.