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Scotts® Halts® Crabgrass & Grassy Weed Preventer
Scotts® Halts® Crabgrass & Grassy Weed Preventer
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Overview
- Scotts® Halts® Crabgrass & Grassy Weed Preventer prevents the germination of listed lawn weeds so you can enjoy your lawn
- Prevents the germination of crabgrass, foxtail, spurge, barnyardgrass, and more as listed in the early spring all season long, and moss (except in California), Poa annua, henbit, corn speedwell, and chickweed in the fall
- Apply this pre-emergent weed killer in the early spring to a dry lawn or in the fall; rain, snow, or freezing weather after application will not affect the performance of this product
- This lawn care product is for use on all grass types (with the exception of Dichondra or Bentgrass)
- One 10.06 lb. bag of Scotts® Halts® Crabgrass & Grassy Weed Preventer covers 5,000 sq. ft.
Specs and Details
Active Ingredients
- Pendimethalin
Precautions
- Don't use on newly seeded grass lawns until after the fourth mowing. On newly sprigged areas, wait five months before application.
- Don't plant grass seed for four growing months or sprig an area for five months after use of this product.
- Don't apply more frequently than twice a year. Allow at least a two month interval between applications.
- Don't rake or aerify after application, as the Halts(R) chemical barrier in the soil will be disturbed.
Disposal Methods
- Nonrefillable container. If empty: Do not reuse or refill this container. Place in trash or offer for recycling if available.
- If partly filled: Call your local solid waste agency for disposal instructions. Never place unused product down any indoor or outdoor drain.
Product Label
- This is not the product label. Always read and follow the product label before use.
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- Safety Data Sheets can be found at scottsmsds.com
DESCRIPTION
Scotts® Halts® Crabgrass & Grassy Weed Preventer prevents the germination of listed lawn weeds so you can enjoy your lawn. In early spring, apply when lawn is dry to prevent the germination of crabgrass, foxtail, spurge, barnyardgrass, fall panicum, goosegrass* and oxalis all season long (*for goosegrass control, repeat application in 8 weeks). Apply in the fall (August-October) to prevent moss (except in California), or to prevent the germination of Poa annua, henbit, corn speedwell, and chickweed. Scotts® Halts® Crabgrass & Grassy Weed Preventer is for use on all lawns and grass types (with the exception of Dichondra or Bentgrass lawns). Rain, snow, or freezing weather after application will not affect the performance of this product. Please note, this product controls crabgrass in its early stages of growth. It does not control mature crabgrass and other existing weeds. One 10.06 lb. bag of Scotts® Halts® Crabgrass & Grassy Weed Preventer covers 5,000 sq. ft.
WHEN AND WHERE TO USE
Where to Use
- Apply in Spring to prevent crabgrass all season long. Fall application prevents winter weeds such as Poa Annua, henbit and chickweed.
Where Not to Use
- Not for use on dichondra and bentgrass lawns.
When to Apply
- Apply in Spring to prevent crabgrass all season long. Fall application prevents winter weeds such as Poa Annua, henbit and chickweed.
How Often to Apply
- Don't apply more frequently than twice a year. Allow at least a two month interval between applications.
Rated 5 out of
5
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Bobble0419 from
Halts Crabgrass and Grassy Weed Preventer
Finally was able to apply product has issues getting product spread using the Eltie Spreader as product contained pea sizes of foam which was preventing product from being spread. Had to remove the foam first before being able to spread. Once removed product went down as expected. So gar have not seen any weeds sprouting. One improvement that should be made is making the bag resealable as the bag amount allows for 2 application's which will be applied in the fall. Hopefully by next spring I can say bye bye Crabgrass.
Date published: 2025-05-12
Rated 5 out of
5
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ronjr from
Scotts works!!
Scotts Halts Crabgrass and Weed Preventer is my spring treatment to take care of the weeds in my lawn. . I highly recommend this product. Scotts helps reduce the amount of crabgrass. I've used this product for years and my yard is a beautiful shade of green and mostly weed free. .If you want a crabgrass free awn, then use Scotts Halts Crabgrass & Grassy Weed Preventer. Apply with your Scotts spreader. Dial the right number and water your lawn thoroughly. As always follow the steps on the back of the back and your lawn will be crabgrass free!
Date published: 2025-05-12
Rated 5 out of
5
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upruffedgrouser from
Early Application is a Must
Crabgrass Preventer is a solid dual-action product that feeds your lawn while stopping crabgrass before it starts. I applied it early in the season as directed, and so far, I’ve seen virtually no crabgrass emerging. The lawn looks greener and healthier overall, and the granules were easy to apply with a broadcast spreader. It’s convenient to have weed prevention and fertilization in one step, and it didn’t harm my established grass. Great choice for early spring lawn care.
Date published: 2025-05-12
Rated 5 out of
5
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Sam K from
Crabgrass prevention
The crabgrass weed preventer has been effective with no crabgrass evident in the area where I applied it. The area next to where I applied the crabgrass preventer has several plugs of crabgrass established. I would recommend using this product if you want to minimize any crabgrass in your lawn.
Date published: 2025-05-12
Rated 5 out of
5
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Zach R from
Crabgrass Be Gone!
Every year when the spring hits, crabgrass just takes over my entire front and side yard. Being in a corner lot, I want my yard to look great and full. That’s where this Scotts Halts Crabgrass comes into play. The moment I put it down, the crabgrass is stopped in it’s tracks.
Date published: 2025-05-12
Rated 5 out of
5
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Sargentd546 from
Great product
This is an effective product that is super easy to use! Simply toss out on the area that you want to prevent and it's a done job. Comes packaged in tact and the product itself isn't too heavy to maneuver. I saw results within the week of spreading the product. I definitely recommend and will repurchase.
Date published: 2025-05-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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sherilouberry from
Prevents weeds very well
This product gives a full 5 months of weed suppression here in Arizona. I used to struggle with hundreds of Spurge weeds in my lawn but since I’ve been using this weed preventer it’s been decreased to less than 2% of what I was getting. The few weeds that I do get now are usually around the edges of the lawn where the soil is disturbed from digging in with my edger. I’ll continue to use this every spring and just spot spray or pull the few weeds that pop through the barrier.
Date published: 2025-05-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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Buckhead from
Weed Preventer
Scotts Halts Crabgrass and Grassy Weed preventer applied in early spring when grass is dry helps with many weeds such as crabgrass, foxtail, spurge, goosegrass and oxailis. Easy to apply with great results.
Date published: 2025-05-11