Weed Control vs. Fertilization — What Your Lawn Needs Most

Every homeowner wants a lawn that looks lush, green, and well-kept. But achieving that perfect yard takes more than just watering and mowing—it requires a strategic balance of weed control and fertilization.

While both are key to a healthy lawn, they serve very different purposes. Understanding how these two treatments work together can help you make smarter lawn care decisions—and keep your grass thriving all year long.

What Is Weed Control?

Weed control is the process of preventing and eliminating unwanted plants that compete with your grass for water, nutrients, and sunlight.

At Anointed Lawn Care, we use pre-emergent and post-emergent weed control methods:

• Pre-emergent: Stops weeds before they sprout by creating a barrier in the soil.
• Post-emergent: Targets existing weeds and kills them at the root.

Common Texas weeds—like crabgrass, dandelions, and clover—can quickly spread if left untreated. With consistent treatments, weed control keeps your lawn uniform, healthy, and easy to maintain.

What Is Fertilization?

Fertilization provides the nutrients your lawn needs to grow thick and strong. Healthy grass naturally resists weeds, drought, and disease.

A proper fertilizer blend contains three essential elements:

1. Nitrogen (N): Promotes green color and healthy leaf growth.
2. Phosphorus (P): Encourages strong roots and early growth.
3. Potassium (K): Improves overall strength and stress resistance.

Seasonally timed applications—spring, summer, and fall—ensure steady growth and recovery throughout the year.

How Weed Control and Fertilization Work Together

While weed control removes unwanted invaders, fertilization strengthens the good grass that remains. Together, they create a balanced, resilient lawn that’s both beautiful and functional.

Here’s why they go hand-in-hand:

• Weed control opens up space for healthy grass to grow.
• Fertilizer helps your grass outcompete new weeds.
• Both treatments improve root systems and color.
• Regular applications protect your investment year-round.

Skipping one or the other leaves your lawn vulnerable—either to weed overgrowth or nutrient deficiencies.

When to Apply Weed Control and Fertilizer

Timing matters for both treatments:

• Spring: Apply pre-emergent weed control and fertilizer to jumpstart growth.
• Summer: Use post-emergent weed control and balanced nutrients to sustain color.
• Fall: Apply fertilizer for root strength before dormancy.

By following this seasonal schedule, you’ll keep weeds under control while giving your lawn the fuel it needs to thrive.

Why Professional Lawn Care Matters

DIY products can be hit or miss—especially when dealing with Texas’s tough soil and climate. Professionals use commercial-grade products and tailor each treatment to your specific grass type, soil condition, and local environment.

At Anointed Lawn Care, we combine expert weed control and fertilization programs that deliver consistent, long-lasting results—no guesswork, no overapplication, and no wasted effort.

Homeowner Tips for Best Results

Between professional treatments, you can help maintain your lawn’s health with simple steps:

• Mow regularly and keep your mower blades sharp.
• Avoid watering right after treatments (unless instructed).
• Aerate annually to allow nutrients and moisture to penetrate deeper.
• Don’t mow too short—taller grass shades out weeds naturally.

These habits enhance your professional care plan and promote long-term success.