As winter fades and spring temperatures warm up, your lawn is waking up too — and so is crabgrass. Without the right preventative measures, this stubborn weed can quickly take over your yard, leaving it thin, patchy, and unhealthy by summer.
That’s where spring pre-emergent treatments come in. What is Crabgrass?
Crabgrass is a tough, fast-growing weed that thrives in heat. It spreads aggressively in bare or weak areas of your lawn, competing with healthy grass for nutrients, water, and sunlight. Once crabgrass gets established, it’s very difficult to remove without damaging your lawn.
How Does a Pre-Emergent Work?
Pre-emergent treatments form an invisible barrier at the soil level, targeting weed seeds before they sprout. They don’t kill existing crabgrass — instead, they stop it before it even starts.
Why You Shouldn’t Skip It
Prevention is easier (and cheaper) than fighting a crabgrass takeover later in the season.
Stronger, healthier lawn: Preventing weeds helps your grass stay thick, lush, and green all summer long.
Protects your investment: Fertilization, aeration, and other treatments work best when weeds aren’t competing with your grass.
Fewer chemicals later: Early prevention means you won’t need as many spot treatments for crabgrass during the summer.
Trust Lawn Doctor of Royal Oak to Get It Right
Applying a pre-emergent at the right time, and in the right way, makes all the difference. At Lawn Doctor of Royal Oak, we tailor every treatment to your lawn’s needs and
Michigan’s unpredictable spring weather.
Get ahead of crabgrass this year!
Call or text us at 248-43G-0072 to schedule your spring pre-emergent treatment. Learn more: lawndoctor.com/royal-oak-mi
A healthy, crabgrass-free lawn starts in early spring — don’t wait!
