Weed Control
Weed control is a year-round program of pre-emergent and post-emergent herbicide applications that prevents and eliminates broadleaf and grassy weeds from Georgia lawns. We apply pre-emergent treatments when soil temperatures reach 55°F at a 4-inch depth — typically late February to mid-March in central Georgia — to stop crabgrass, goosegrass, and spurge before they sprout. Post-emergent spot treatments throughout the growing season target any weeds that break through, with products specifically formulated for warm-season turf grasses like Bermuda, Zoysia, and Centipede.
— Kenneth Gay, Licensed Lawn Care Professional, GopherTurf
Benefits
- Pre-emergent treatments prevent weeds before they appear
- Targeted post-emergent sprays eliminate existing weeds
- Customized for Georgia's warm-season grass types
- Reduces competition so your lawn can thrive
- Year-round protection with seasonal applications
Our Process
- 1Lawn inspection to identify weed types and pressure areas
- 2Pre-emergent application in early spring
- 3Targeted post-emergent treatments as needed
- 4Ongoing monitoring and follow-up applications
- 5Seasonal adjustments based on weed activity
Weed Control FAQs
When should weed control be applied on a Georgia lawn?
Apply the first pre-emergent when soil temperatures reach 55°F at a 4-inch depth — typically late February to mid-March in central Georgia — and again in early fall for winter weeds. Post-emergent spot treatments run through the growing season as weeds break through.
What weeds does the program target?
The program targets weeds common to Georgia lawns: crabgrass, goosegrass, spurge, and chamberbitter in summer, plus winter weeds like Poa annua, henbit, and chickweed. Pre-emergent stops them before they sprout, and post-emergent treatments eliminate any that break through.
Is professional weed control better than store-bought products?
Yes. Professional-grade pre-emergents like prodiamine provide 12–16 weeks of control versus 6–8 for most consumer products, and we apply them with calibrated equipment for even coverage. Gaps in DIY coverage are exactly where weeds establish.
How long until I see results from weed control?
Existing weeds usually show knockdown within 1–2 weeks of a post-emergent treatment. The long-term fix is turf density — a thick lawn crowds weeds out — which builds over a full season of properly timed treatments plus correct mowing and watering.
Weed Control Service Areas
I provide weed control across central Georgia. Use the county links below to see a page built around your area.
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