The document discusses the importance of pre-emergent weed spraying in Arizona as a strategy to control weed growth before they germinate. It explains how these sprays work by inhibiting seed germination and highlights the types of weeds they target. It emphasizes the necessity of timely application and provides guidance for preparing for the spraying process.

1. PRE-EMERGENT WEED SPRAYINGIT'S THAT TIME AGAIN

2. The last few cold winter days give
everyone a brief respite from the
constant battle that is involved with
weed control in Arizona.

3. While it is always a wonderful feeling
to know that spring is just around the
corner, the first seasonal changes of
the year also mean that it is time to
increase your efforts at keeping weeds
out of your lawn and garden areas.

4. This year, get ahead of the game by
starting with pre-emergent weed
spraying that disrupts the growth
cycle of unwanted plants before they
can pop out of the ground.

5. HOW PRE-EMERGENT
SPRAYS WORK

6. Pre-emergent sprays are designed to
penetrate deep into the ground
where seeds have been lying
dormant just waiting for the right
conditions to sprout.

7. Once the spray reaches the seed, the
formula inhibits the enzyme that is
responsible for seed germination.

8. Since the seed is never capable of
germinating, you will not see it make
it through the ground.

9. Over time, consistent pre-emergent
weed spraying can decrease the
amount of unwanted plants that you
see each season.

10. The non-germinated seeds are never
capable of growing plants that
reproduce.

11. TYPES OF WEEDS
PRE-EMERGENTS
PREVENT

12. In Arizona, we have two main types of
weeds that create a year long battle if
you give them a chance to sprout.

13. Grassy type weeds such as nutsedge
and bromegrass can quickly get out
of control.

14. The combination of spring sunshine
and rain make them pop up in places
where they are never wanted such as
in rock gardens.

15. Broadleaf weeds are those that are
typically larger than grassy types.

16. Tumbleweeds are a broadleaf variety
that most Arizonans are familiar with
finding in various places throughout
their Phoenix neighborhoods.

17. While there are multiple types of
weeds to be alert for as the spring
season begins, crabgrass is one that
we tend to get requests to control
year after year.

18. Pre-emergent weed sprays are perfect
for controlling this type of weed so that
it does not crowd out the desirable
grass species on your lawn.

19. WHY
TIMING
MATTERS

20. There is only a small window of time
for pre-emergent sprays to be their
most effective.

21. Once weed seeds germinate and sprout,
you are only left with the option of
using other control methods such as
post-emergent spraying and pulling.

22. Since those methods can take some
time to work, it is always best to try to
prevent weed growth from starting.

23. You may hear people say that
pre-emergent sprays should be applied
during a specific month.

24. You may hear people say that
pre-emergent sprays should be applied
during a specific month.

25. This gives the pre-emergent spray
time to hit the seeds just as the
outdoor weather conditions turn
perfect for germination.

26. WHAT TO
EXPECT
DURING
AND AFTER
SPRAYING

27. There is not much prep work involved
for you when we come to apply
pre-emergent sprays.

28. Typically, you may want to keep your
pets indoors during the application and
for a short time afterward.

29. Depending upon the rainfall in the
area, we may also suggest watering the
lawn after the application to help it
soak into the ground.

30. Our technician will let you know if
this is necessary, and they’ll provide
instructions for how much watering
to do.

31. The application of pre-emergent weed
sprays should always be done with
caution to avoid disrupting the growth
cycle of desirable plants in your
landscaping.

32. With the temperatures warming up
faster this year, be sure to schedule
your first spring treatments early so
that you can avoid having weeds
overrun your lawn.

33. Custom Weed & Pest Control has been in business since 1989, serving the
greater Phoenix metro area for both residential and commercial.

34. We offer organic, natural pest control, with customized service to meet your
specific needs.