Weed Control 101: How to Keep Your Yard Weed-Free This Spring

As spring arrives in the White Mountains, so do unwanted weeds. Left unchecked, weeds can quickly take over your lawn, garden, and landscape, stealing nutrients from your plants and making your yard look unkempt.

If you want to maintain a healthy, weed-free yard this spring, now is the time to take action. A proactive weed control plan will not only help eliminate existing weeds but also prevent new ones from sprouting.

Why Spring Weed Control is Essential

Spring is the prime growing season for many types of weeds. As temperatures rise, weed seeds that have been lying dormant in the soil begin to germinate and spread rapidly.

Without early weed control, your yard can quickly become overrun. Weeds:

• Compete with grass and plants for water, nutrients, and sunlight.
• Create an eyesore in your lawn and garden.
• Harbor pests and insects that can damage your landscape.
• Spread aggressively, making them harder to control later in the season.

By starting early, you can stop weeds before they take over.

Spring Weed Control Checklist

1. Apply Pre-Emergent Herbicides

Pre-emergent herbicides are your first line of defense against weeds. These treatments work by stopping weed seeds from sprouting before they become a problem.

• Best applied early in spring before temperatures consistently reach 55°F.
• Targets annual weeds like crabgrass, foxtail, and spurge.
• Helps reduce weed growth throughout the season.

Applying a professional-grade pre-emergent treatment can save you time and effort by preventing weeds before they start.

2. Spot-Treat Existing Weeds with Post-Emergent Herbicides

If weeds have already started popping up in your lawn or landscape, post-emergent herbicides can help eliminate them.

• Designed to kill weeds that have already sprouted.
• Best applied on warm, dry days for maximum effectiveness.
• Available in selective formulas that won’t harm grass or plants.

If you’re dealing with persistent or tough-to-kill weeds, professional weed control services can apply targeted treatments for long-lasting results.

3. Keep Your Lawn Healthy and Well-Maintained

A thick, healthy lawn is one of the best defenses against weeds. When grass is lush and strong, it leaves little room for weeds to take root.

• Mow regularly to keep grass at the ideal height.
• Aerate your lawn to improve soil health and nutrient absorption.
• Water deeply but infrequently to encourage deep root growth.
• Fertilize properly to ensure your lawn gets the nutrients it needs.

A strong lawn will naturally crowd out weeds, making it harder for them to grow and spread.

4. Remove Weeds by Hand When Necessary

For small weed problems, manual removal is an effective solution.

• Pull weeds when the soil is damp for easier removal.
• Make sure to remove the entire root system to prevent regrowth.
• Use a weeding tool for stubborn or deep-rooted weeds.

Hand-pulling works best for isolated weeds, but larger infestations require professional treatments.

5. Mulch Garden Beds and Walkways

Mulching is a simple but effective way to suppress weed growth in flower beds, gardens, and pathways.

• Blocks sunlight from reaching weed seeds, preventing germination.
• Helps retain moisture and keep plants healthy.
• Adds an extra layer of protection to your landscape.

Using organic mulch like wood chips or straw can also improve soil quality over time.

Why Professional Weed Control Makes a Difference

While DIY weed control methods can help, professional treatments provide better, longer-lasting results.

At Neff Exterminating, we offer residential and commercial weed control services to eliminate existing weeds and prevent new ones from growing.

What We Offer:

• Pre-emergent treatments to stop weeds before they sprout.
• Post-emergent weed control to target existing weeds.
• Custom treatment plans for yards, gardens, and commercial properties.
• Safe and effective herbicide applications that won’t harm your grass or plants.

Schedule Your Spring Weed Control Service Today

Don’t wait until weeds take over your yard—take control now with professional weed management.

- Call (928) 536-6862 to schedule your spring weed control service.
- Visit our contact page here to request an appointment.

A weed-free lawn starts with early action—let Neff Exterminating help you keep your yard healthy and beautiful all season long.