Feed and Weed Fertilizer

Our Weed + Feed service combines fertilization with weed control in one granular application. The treatment feeds your grass while eliminating common lawn weeds. Results appear gradually over 14 days, and you must keep people and pets off the lawn for 24 hours after treatment.

What This Service Does

Our professional Weed + Feed service delivers dual-action lawn care in a single visit:

- Fertilizes your grass to promote healthy growth

- Eliminates common lawn weeds with selective herbicide

- Granular application (no spraying) applied with professional broadcast spreader equipment

The selective herbicide targets weeds while protecting your grass, working systemically through the entire plant including roots for long-lasting results.

Preparing for Your Service

Before Your Appointment

Water the lawn the evening before or morning of the scheduled appointment
- Wet grass helps granules adhere better to weed leaves
- Improves absorption of herbicide through plant foliage
- While not mandatory, this step significantly increases treatment effectiveness
Clear the lawn area of any obstacles that might impede service
- Remove toys, lawn furniture, decorations, or other items
- Ensure clear access to all treatment areas

What to Expect on Service Day

Your certified technician will:

- Apply granular product using a wheeled broadcast spreader

- Cover all accessible lawn areas

- Leave a service flag in your yard to confirm completion

After application, you may notice visible granules on your grass (sometimes including blue pellets mixed with brown granules). These will naturally break down with moisture and watering.

Critical Post-Service Instructions

For 24 Hours After Treatment:

❌ Stay off the lawn – Keep all people, children, and pets away from treated areas

❌ Don't mow – Cutting grass too soon removes granules before they're fully absorbed

❌ Don't water – The product needs 24 hours of contact time with weed foliage

Following these guidelines ensures maximum treatment effectiveness and safety.

Timeline for Results

Weed die-back takes up to 14 days.This is normal and expected.

The herbicide works systemically, traveling through the entire weed plant including roots. You'll see gradual browning and wilting of treated weeds over two weeks. This slower process provides more thorough, long-lasting control than surface-only treatments.

Important: Not all weeds may be eliminated in a single application. Dense or mature weed infestations often require multiple treatments for complete control.

Seeding Your Lawn

If You're Planning to Overseed:

1. Apply Weed + Feed treatment first

2. Wait **14 days minimum** before overseeding

3. This timing allows killed weeds to create space for new grass seed

If You've Already Seeded:

Wait 14 days after seeding before applying weed killer to protect new grass seedlings from herbicide damage.

Best Time for Treatment

Recommended Schedule: Twice Yearly

Spring Application – Controls early-season weed emergence

Fall Application – Most effective timing (strongly recommended)

Why Fall Treatment Works Best:

- Weeds naturally transport nutrients to their roots in preparation for winter.

- The herbicide travels with these nutrients, ensuring complete plant elimination.

- Fall treatment gives you a cleaner lawn start the following spring with more effective systemic control throughout the entire plant.

Service Coverage

What's Included:

- All lawn areas on your property

- Professional-grade products

- Application by certified technicians

What's Not Included:

- Beds, mulch, or rock areas (lawn areas only)

- Complete weed elimination guarantee in one treatment

- This service uses chemical herbicides, not organic products

Important Disclaimers
- No guarantee of complete weed elimination in one treatment
- Not an organic product - contains chemical herbicides
- One-off service - currently not included in TCM maintenance packages for 2025
- Environmental considerations - Limited to twice yearly applications for responsible use

Common Questions

"The weeds aren't dead yet – did the treatment work?"

This is completely normal. Herbicide results take up to 14 days to become visible as the product works through the entire plant, including roots. Look for gradual browning and wilting over the next two weeks.

"How do I know the service was completed?"

Check for:

- Service flag placed in your yard

- Visible granules on grass surface

- Evidence of wheeled broadcast spreader equipment

"There's product on my driveway or sidewalk"

Please contact our office immediately. Our crews should blow off all hard surfaces after application, as the fertilizer's iron content can stain concrete if it gets wet.

"Will this kill all my weeds?"

This treatment provides effective weed control but isn't typically a one-time permanent solution. Spring and fall applications provide the best long-term results. For stubborn infestations, ask us about intensive liquid treatment options for more aggressive control.

"Is this product safe?"

This is not an organic product. We limit applications to twice yearly to balance effectiveness with environmental responsibility. The 24-hour stay-off period is essential for both effectiveness and safety.

Ready to Schedule?

This service is available for online scheduling under our lawn services category. Our team is here to answer any questions about whether Weed + Feed is right for your lawn.