Choosing the Right Weed Killer

It takes the right kind of herbicide to target weeds in turf-grass and the garden. Four types of weed killers exist for certain jobs:

• Pre-emergent: This type of weed killer offers preventative maintenance. Apply it in late spring of fall before weeds emerge.
• Postemergent: This weed killer provides curative maintenance. Apply it when weeds emerge and grow beyond the grass level.
• Selective: This weed killer targets specific weeds without harming other plant life in the area.
• Nonselective: Use this type of weed killer to target and kill a variety of weeds in one shot.

Control Weed Growth for a Better Lawn

From dandelions and crabgrass to poison ivy and ragweed, herbicides eliminate common weeds and beautify the lawn. Prevent weed growth in spring and summer with pre-emergent weed killer, or get broad-spectrum control with a non-selective herbicide. When weeds threaten the look of the garden and the lawn, fight them off with an effective weed killer.

Tip: Combine the weed killer with a surfactant to provide more coverage and to create a water-resistant barrier.