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Preen 'n Green For Lawns When should I apply Preen Lawn STEPSAVER Weed Control Plus Fertilizer?
What can I do for more effective results?
When can I use Preen Lawn STEPSAVER Weed Control Plus Fertilizer if I have already seeded my lawn?
How long do I have to wait to seed my lawn after applying Preen Lawn STEPSAVER Weed Control Plus Fertilizer?
Will Preen Lawn STEPSAVER Weed Control Plus Fertilizer kill existing crabgrass?
How long does it take for the weeds to die?
Can I use Preen Lawn STEPSAVER Weed Control Plus Fertilizer on St. Augustinegrass?
When is it safe for children and pets to reenter the lawn?
May I use my lawn clippings for mulch?
How long does Preen Lawn STEPSAVER Weed Control Plus Fertilizer last?
 


When should I apply Preen Lawn STEPSAVER Weed Control Plus Fertilizer?
Preen Lawn STEPSAVER Weed Control Plus Fertilizer should be applied in the spring. It should be used when the grass and weeds are actively growing and the soil is moist. Do not apply under drought conditions.

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Dandelion Henbit Common Chickweed

In the spring, the ideal time to apply Preen STEPSAVER Weed Control Plus Fertilizer is after the forsythia has bloomed and when the first dandelion flowers appear. It can be applied effectively until the dandelions go into the "puff ball" stage. It will kill over 200 lawn weeds commonly found in home lawns including dandelions, chickweed, henbit, thistle, and clover. It also prevents crabgrass and other undesirable annual grasses.

What can I do for more effective results?

Preen Lawn STEPSAVER Weed Control Plus Fertilizer needs to stick to the leaves of broadleaf weeds and should be applied when the grass is wet from dew or rain; poor results will occur if applied to dry lawns. The lawn should not be watered or disturbed for 24 hours after application. Mow a few days before applying and delay mowings for 3 days after application.

When can I use Preen Lawn STEPSAVER Weed Control Plus Fertilizer if I have already seeded my lawn?
If the lawn has been seeded recently, wait until after the third mowing before using this product.

How long do I have to wait to seed my lawn after applying Preen Lawn STEPSAVER Weed Control Plus Fertilizer?
Wait 10 weeks before seeding, overseeding, or sprigging the treated area.

Will Preen Lawn STEPSAVER Weed Control Plus Fertilizer for Lawns kill existing crabgrass?
Yes, it will kill very young crabgrass plants. Crabgrass continues to germinate throughout the spring season. The product in Preen Lawn STEPSAVER Weed Control Plus Fertilizer will prevent new seeds from germinating and will kill young plants.

How long does it take for the weeds to die?
Preen Lawn STEPSAVER Weed Control Plus Fertilizer works through the leaves and moves into the roots killing the entire plant. The leaves of the weeds will begin to curl in a few days. It may take 3 to 5 weeks for the entire weed to die.

Can I use Preen Lawn STEPSAVER Weed Control Plus Fertilizer on St. Augustinegrass?
Yes, except 'Floratam' St. Augustinegrass. Follow the label instructions and use the correct spreader setting.

When is it safe for children and pets to reenter the lawn?
The lawn should not be disturbed for 24 hours after application. Children and pets may enter the lawn when the surface has dried after rain or watering in.

May I use my lawn clippings for mulch?
We recommend that you leave grass clippings on the lawn where they will return nutrients to the soil as they decompose. If you compost grass clippings at home, do not use a compost or mulch containing these clippings for 1 year.

How long does Preen Lawn STEPSAVER Weed Control Plus Fertilizer last?
Preen Lawn STEPSAVER Weed Control Plus Fertilizer has an indefinite shelf life as long as the product is kept in a closed container in a cool, dry area away from sunlight.

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