Weed Control & Pre-Emergent Service
Stop crabgrass, dollar weed, and broadleaf weeds before they take hold — as Montgomery's local lawn care specialists, included in our 6-step lawn treatment programme. Montgomery-timed pre-emergent applications and targeted post-emergent treatments for Bermuda, Zoysia and Centipede lawns.
Pre-Emergent Timing
in Montgomery, AL
Crabgrass pre-emergent must be applied before soil temperatures reach 55°F — timing varies by grass type. At a 2-inch depth. In Montgomery that window typically opens in late January and closes by mid-March. Miss it and you are pulling weeds all summer.
Dollar weed and other summer broadleaf weeds require a second timing window in late April to early May. We track local soil temperatures and apply at the right moment — not on a national calendar that doesn't know your zip code.
- Pre-emergent crabgrass: Jan – mid-Mar
- Spring broadleaf: Mar – Apr
- Summer broadleaf control: May – Aug
- Fall pre-emergent (Poa annua): Sep – Oct
Crabgrass
Annual grassy weed. Pre-emergent is the only reliable control. Post-emergent works only on young plants.
Dollar Weed
Loves wet areas. Common near downspouts and low spots. Post-emergent treatment plus drainage advice.
Nutsedge
Looks like grass but isn't. Requires a specific sedge herbicide — standard broadleaf products won't work.
Broadleaf Weeds
Clover, dandelion, spurge and more. Controlled with targeted post-emergent on actively growing weeds.
Poa Annua
Winter annual grass. Fall pre-emergent (Sep–Oct) is the control window before it germinates.
Wild Violet
Stubborn perennial. Requires repeat treatments timed to active growth periods for effective control.
How We Handle
Weed Control
Identify Weeds
We identify exactly what is growing — see our lawn inspection process. Grassy, sedge, or broadleaf — before choosing a product.
Time the Application
Soil temperature and weed growth stage determine when pre- or post-emergent is applied.
Targeted Treatment
We use grass-safe products at label rates. No blanket spraying. Request a weed control assessment. No risk to your turf or beds.
Follow-Up Check
We verify results at the next visit and re-treat any escapes within the guarantee window.
Montgomery's Local Experts
AL Licensed
Alabama-licensed pesticide applicators. Every product on the label, every application documented.
Local Timing — Zone 8a
We use Montgomery Zone 8a soil temperature data, not a national calendar, to set our application dates.
Door Hanger
Every visit documented. You always know what was applied and when we are back.
Re-treat Guarantee
If weeds return within 14 days of treatment, we come back at no charge.
Weed Control FAQs
Why Store-Bought Pre-Emergent Often Fails
Hardware store pre-emergents work on the same chemistry as professional products. The difference is activation. Pre-emergent must be watered into the soil within 24 to 48 hours of application to create the barrier. Most homeowners apply it on a Saturday, get no rain that week, and lose the window entirely. We apply pre-emergent with irrigation follow-up timing built into the schedule — and we track local soil temperatures to hit the crabgrass window before it closes, typically mid-March in Montgomery.
Dollar weed is Montgomery's most consistent summer broadleaf problem. It thrives in wet areas — near downspouts, along fence lines, and in low-lying sections of the yard that stay damp after rain. The fix is not just herbicide. It is timing the post-emergent for active growth (May through August in Zone 8a) and advising on drainage in the spots that keep feeding the problem.
What To Do When Weeds Are Already There
Pre-emergent only prevents germination. If weeds are already visible, you need post-emergent treatment first. We can apply both products on the same visit for active infestations — pre-emergent for next season's weed seeds and post-emergent for what is actively growing now.
Selective post-emergent herbicides target weeds without harming your turf — but the product must match the grass type. Centipede and St. Augustine are sensitive to herbicides that are safe on Bermuda and Zoysia. We always confirm the grass type before choosing a product.
- Crabgrass: pre-emergent before 55°F soil temp — Jan to mid-Mar in Montgomery
- Dollar weed: post-emergent during active growth, May–Aug
- Nutsedge: requires sedge-specific herbicide — standard broadleaf products do nothing
- Poa annua: fall pre-emergent Sep–Oct before winter annual germinates
Stop Weeds Before They Start
Call today to schedule a pre-emergent application. Timing is everything — the sooner we start, the cleaner your lawn stays all season.
Weed control and pre-emergent service in Montgomery, AL, Pike Road, Prattville, Millbrook and Wetumpka. Zone 8a climate specialists — Bermuda, Zoysia, Centipede and St. Augustine lawns. AL licensed and insured. Call (334) 719-0646.