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.

How often should I fertilize my lawn?

The frequency of fertilizing depends on the time of year and your grass type. You may need to fertilize every 6-8 weeks during the growing season. But in the winter, you might only need to fertilize once or twice. Check the fertilizer label for specific application recommendations.

Can I use fertilizer on my lawn to control weeds?

Yes! We offer fertilizer that <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/St-Augustine-Floratam/Kills-Dollarweed/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z0n765Z1z1zibg?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">kills dollarweed</a>, <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/St-Augustine-Floratam/Kills-Crabgrass/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z0n765Z1z1ziaj?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">kills crabgrass</a>, and <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Lawn-Care-Lawn-Fertilizers/St-Augustine-Floratam/Kills-Chickweed/N-5yc1vZbx6bZ1z0n765Z1z1zia5?emt=plpfaq_2408_fertilizers" style="text-decoration: underline;">kills chickweed</a>.