Pre-emergent herbicides are truly the unsung heroes of weed prevention because they form an invisible barrier in the soil that stops weed seeds from sprouting. Gardeners and landscapers alike use them ...

Ah, the early signs of spring = the first robin, buds breaking on slippery elm and ash trees (well, if we had any mature ash trees left) and the ding of emails offering continuing education classes. I ...

The weather just seems to get more and more unpredictable. From the extreme winter storm a year ago to the warm December we just had, unusual weather can make gardening even more challenging than it ...

Pre-emergent herbicides stop weeds by attacking roots and shoots before they sprout. They also kill grass seed, so space seeding and spraying at least 12 weeks apart. Plan carefully to time both tasks ...

Pre-emergent herbicides create a barrier that prevents weed seeds from sprouting. Because they stop roots from forming, pre-emergents are an effective way to control weeds, but they aren’t necessarily ...

Maintaining the most beautiful lawn on the block often feels like a constant battle against weeds. This is why many homeowners turn to a secret weapon: pre-emergent herbicides. But what is a ...

Warm temperatures in March have had many homeowners wondering about this year’s first spring pre-emergence (PRE) herbicide application. When is the right time to apply in spring? If you've waited, ...

Winter weeds can establish themselves before homeowners realise they have a problem, taking root during cooler months and becoming difficult to control once visible. These unwanted plants compete with ...

Seeing that the calendar is about to hit September (it's hard to believe two-thirds of the year is already gone), it's time to start mentioning pre-emergent again. Keeping in mind that as a tree guy, ...

Did I apply too early? Am I applying too late? Just when do I need to apply crabgrass pre-emergent? Don’t let crabgrass prevention make you crabby. And with the current unexplained weather patterns it ...

Person spraying herbicide on weeds in gravel - Paul Maguire/Shutterstock As alternatives to mulch, pine straw, or concrete, some homeowners may instead prefer the look of different types of rocks to ...