Vitax 5FW500 Green Up Lawn Care Feed & Weed Concentrate 500ML

Product Information

Concern’s Weed Prevention Plus is a natural weed preventer that provides a safe and effective solution to prevent weeds in your lawn or garden. It is made from corn gluten meal, a natural pre-emergent herbicide that inhibits weeds’ growth by preventing weed seeds’ germination. The product is safe for use in gardens with fruits and vegetables as well as around pets and people. Best lawn weed and feed to kill moss: Elixir Gardens | COMPLETE LAWN | Weed, Feed and Moss Killer/Lawn Green Up | Treats up to 625m² | 20kg With this product, you are guaranteed a consistent result due to its strong herbicidal substances and 28-0-3 fertilizer.

The powder simply needs to be diluted in a watering can for application. Either this, or it can be used with the Miracle-Gro Feeder hose attachment which needs to be bought separately – the attachment connects to your hose and allows the powder to be mixed with water as it comes out. Both methods work to create an even application of the product.Some weed and feed products feature slow-release formulas, so users don’t have to fertilize as often. However, to achieve good results, plan on treating the lawn at least once every 8 weeks from the start of spring. Type of Turf Grass For smaller gardens, this Vitax Green Up Liquid Lawn Feed works well to ‘green up’ the lawn whilst eliminating smaller weeds.

Pre-emergent weed and feed are applied earlier in the growing season before the weed sprouts. It prevents the seed from sprouting while providing necessary nutrients. As the name suggests, this isn’t just a lawn feed either; the granulated formula with an NPK of 10-4-4 helps green up the grass whilst also killing off weeds and moss. As a fast-release formula it can be applied every 4 – 6 weeks, so the lawn can be topped up as required. Best lawn weed and feed for pet owners but please follow instructions: Miracle-Gro EverGreen Complete 4in1 12.6kg – 360m2

Tips to Apply Weed & Feed Properly  

If you’re looking for a fertiliser with an environmental conscience, the Plantworks Ltd Empathy Lawn Feed is a great example of organic lawn feed. This company is refreshingly focused on both caring for the planet and tending your lawn in equal measure. It might seem like a lot of extra effort, to have to apply a treatment to your garden every few months to keep the grass looking nice.

The combined feed/weed formulas should only be applied twice a year; they will damage your garden if used more frequently. However, lawn feed alone can be applied more often: up to every two weeks during the growing season unless the weather is very hot and dry. With a decent coverage rate of 4,000 square feet, this product is safe to use with many Southern turfgrass varieties. It works well on Zoysia grass, carpet grass, centipede grass, and Saint Augustine grass. Watering the grass is still recommended before application, to further encourage even distribution. Depending upon the brand, it may take 5 days to up to 2 weeks to see the visible results of weed and feed. Q. When is the best time to apply weed and feed? Get the GreenView Fairway Formula weed and feed at The Home Depot , Ace Hardware (18 pounds), Tractor Supply Co. , or GreenView .If you’ve recently planted new grass, look for a lawn feed that’s high in phosphorus and nitrogen . Alternatively, for established grass, high-nitrogen lawn feed can promote a growth spurt if the lawn is struggling. It’s a product that helps preserve the natural appearance of the lawn, for those gardeners who like having daisies and clover poking through as well. Miracle-Gro EverGreen improves the health of the grass but doesn’t contain any weed killing properties.

Wait 2-4 days after the mowing: The soil needs time to incorporate the grass cutting. Even if you collect it mechanically, you will always leave something behind. After a little break, the soil will be capable to absorb it again. Greenview uses a 65 percent slow-release formula that’s high on nitrogen to feed the grass for up to 12 weeks after each application. The 24-0-6 formula is suitable for many turfgrass varieties as long as the roots are established in the soil.Pre-emergent weed and feed will not kill the weed once it has sprouted, so timing is of utmost importance. 2. Post-Emergent Weed and Feed It doesn’t contain anything specific to combat weeds, so if killing weeds alongside refreshing the lawn is a priority, this may not be the best lawn feed for that purpose. However, healthier lawns in general do stay more resistant to both weeds and moss. The products on the list are mostly similar, but they have certain variations that separate themselves from one another. This uniqueness makes each product appeal differently to different consumers. Considering your location, the soil, and weather, the best time to weed and feed should be when the temperature is around 12°C (53°F) and more. So generally the best time for applying weed and feed in early spring or early autumn. But again, it all depends on whether you live in a colder or warmer region. Finally, don’t forget that you can only apply weed n feed twice a year. When Not to Apply Weed and Feed? On the downside, you cannot use this product with other types of turfgrass. Also, when applied to Bermudagrass, you might notice the grass turning yellow. It will take up to a week for the grass to regain its lush green color. Pros