Will Halts Kill New Grass?

ANSWER: The crab grass Pre Emergent is non-selective, for the most part. More than likely it will inhibit the growth of your grass seed if you put it down prior to the end of the time limit listed on the Sta-Green label. To clarify, do NOT reseed until you are certain that the weed preventer is no longer active.

Will crabgrass preventer hurt new grass?

The crabgrass preventer absolutely can wipe out your newly sown grass seed – for this reason, it is very important that the work is done correctly.

How long after seeding can I use halts?

After the fourth mowing, it is safe to apply this product to seeded lawns, but wait at least five months before applying on sprigged or plugged areas of lawn. On established lawns, don't plant new grass seed for at least four growing months after applying Scotts Halts Crabgrass Preventer.

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