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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
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Binx from
Scotts® Halts® Crabgrass & Grassy Weed Preventer
Scotts® Halts® Crabgrass & Grassy Weed Preventer Is an excellent product. Scotts® Halts® Crabgrass & Grassy Weed Preventer definitely does as it claims. Scotts® Halts® Crabgrass & Grassy Weed Preventer has made my lawn look like a golf course.
Date published: 2025-05-10
Rated 5 out of
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Justus8065 from
Directions are easy to follow
Very easy to use and the directions are very clear. It is a pre-emergent weed killer. I know so it's more effective when you apply pre spring before the weeds start growing. It is okay to apply during freezing temperature so that you're ready for it to start working when spring. It also kills more weeds than just crabgrass.
Date published: 2025-05-10
Rated 5 out of
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Jro122 from
Crabgrass killer
Scotts is always my go to product to maintain my lawn. This product helps to eliminate crabgrass in the spring. Instructions are are clear on how to apply. And using a Scotts spreader makes the job get done quickly.
Date published: 2025-05-09
Rated 5 out of
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Nick from
Great product
The Halts Crabgrass and Weed Preventer is my spring go-to for taking care of the weeds in my lawn. On one side of my property, the grass is directly connected to my neighbors and the line between his untreated and my treated is unmistakable. I highly recommend this product.
Date published: 2025-05-09
Rated 5 out of
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MonicaG from
Patience is Key
Crabgrass is one of the most annoying parts of the spring season. Scotts helps reduce the amount of crabgrass. It takes a while to work, so patience is key. I've used this product for years and my yard is a nice shade of green.
Date published: 2025-05-08
Rated 5 out of
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edk42 from
It Does The Job
If you want a crabgrass Free Lawn, then your best bet is to use this Scotts Halts Crabgrass & Grassy Weed Preventer. Be sure to set the dial on your spreader on the right number so you're not spreading too little or too much. once you're done spreading it even onto to you lawn, make sure you water your lawn thoroughly as the crabgrass preventer needs to penetrait into the soil to prevent germination so no crabgrass will be able to grow and take over your lawn. Follow the steps on the back of the back and your lawn will be crabgrass free!
Date published: 2025-05-08
Rated 5 out of
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wishful from
Crabgrass Free Lawn
Scotts Halts Crabgrass & Grassy Weed Preventer does the job of leaving my lawn free of crabgrass. I really dislike it when my lawn looks really good and what seems like overnight crabgrass has taken hold of many areas in my lawn. To prevent this from happening I always use Scotts Halts Crabgrass & Grassy Weed Preventer. The trick to using this is that you have to put it down before germination happens to PREVENT it hence the name. Once you see the crabgrass in your lawn, I feel like it's too late to put anything down to prevent it from taking over your lawn and you have to do the old method of pulling by hand and making sure you get the roots too. Once you put it down (spread it) you need to water so it can do the job. I watch the weather and see when rain is coming as it will need a good watering. Why use my water when mother nature can do the job for free. just make sure it's NOT a down pour that it's going to get washed away. A steady rain is perfect BUT if weather conditions are not permitting, go ahead and set your sprinklers on and water away .I use a drop spreader and go back and forth overlapping slightly to make sure I don't miss any areas and let mother nature do her job the next day when it rains and your lawn and mine will be crabgrass free and no pulling crabgrass by the hands.
Date published: 2025-05-08
Rated 5 out of
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MLaCou18 from
New Lawn Saver
Having moved into my new build home last year, my yard consisted mostly of weeds, crabgrass, and some fescue mixed in. The crabgrass and grassy weed preventer came in at the perfect time, as the number of weeds and crabgrass was cut down by 75%, while allowing new grass to come in and flourish. Truly a savior of my newly planted lawn.
Date published: 2025-05-08
Rated 5 out of
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jbfocus from
Great product that gets the crabgrass out!
Ive had great success usung Scotts Crabgrass and Weed Preventer. My yard has a lot of crabgrass and after aplication and some time i wss able to eliminate that unappealing crabgrass. I plan on buying more.
Date published: 2025-05-08
Rated 5 out of
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RahRah18 from
Gives your yard a easy perk up after winter
Gives your yard a good post winter perking up. I set my spreader and put this down after mowing. A day later we had some rain and i was amazed the next day how green my lawn looked. Its too early to tell if it will keep the crabgrass at bay, but it did help get rid of some early growing weeds.
Date published: 2025-05-07
Rated 5 out of
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Rob52 from
Crabby beware
Applied right as delivered. Wanted to treat lawn as early as possible since weather has been warming earlier this year. Followed the directions and had a rain shortly after to wash it in. Hard to see the results on the crabgrass because it creates a barrier to prevent growth. So far no crabgrass in lawn.
Date published: 2025-05-07
Rated 5 out of
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Huzeadam94 from
Great product, buy if you want your lawn great!!!!
This is some great seed. I put in down in the early spring and my lawn is looking phenomenal. I have had 3 neighbors come over and tell me how much they like my grass and how thick and green it is. 10/10 all day long!!!
Date published: 2025-05-07
Rated 5 out of
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Sashie123 from
No Crabgrass Here!!!
Scotts Halts Crabgrass is so easy to use and actually works wonders! I've used this product for years, therefore, is primarily used for maintenance now. Key is to apply before crabgrass actually appears.
Date published: 2025-05-07
Rated 5 out of
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Lawnkingdds from
Excellent product for Central Ohio
I used this product back in March and it has always worked very well in my yard of Fescue and Bluegrass...Unfortunately where I live, not too many people treat their yards and I have to spread into their yards also to keep crabgrass in check...lol
Date published: 2025-05-07
Rated 5 out of
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Dawn from
Scott is killing the crabgrass
I received this product three days ago and applied to the affected areas yesterday and I didn’t believe but it working and destroying the crabgrass which impresses me because it is hard to kill off crabgrass. It rained the day I applied after a couple of hours passed. I’m very satisfied with this product and will continue to use .
Date published: 2025-05-07
Rated 5 out of
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DMB61 from
A Must Have for a Beautiful Yard
Scott's Crabgrass with Halts is a must buy this year due to the winter weather in the midwest. This product has reduced the crabgrass in my yard. I woll find one or 2 every now and then due to my neighbor having a yard full and when he mows it send the seeds to my yard. I use it every year.
Date published: 2025-05-07
Rated 5 out of
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Thomas from
Great product
Great product, I followed the clear instructions on the bag for when to use and when to apply it to the lawn and in what conditions I.e. wet/dry season etc. I used a Scotts rotary spreader and it applied evenly and I had no issues.
Date published: 2025-05-07
Rated 5 out of
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Cntryangelaz from
Wow
I am so glad that I This decided to get Scotts® Halts® Crabgrass & Grassy Weed Preventer
. I can honestly say it has helped so much with the weeds. I live out of the country . When we get rain The next few days we start picking up. Since I have been using this, I have noticed a difference. I highly recommend it
Date published: 2025-05-07
Rated 5 out of
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Kenny78 from
Excellent weed preventer that is easy to use!
I typically use this product in my back yard after the winter. I will use my hand spreader in trouble areas in my back yard to clear out any new or incoming weeds before the big rain storms come in. After a few weeks I’m usually good to go to lay down some fresh seed and start recovering from the winter.
Date published: 2025-05-07
Rated 5 out of
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Lanlexdad from
Great value and product
Works amazing and easy to use. It’s great for maintenance or maintaining a great looking lawn. Easy to apply and absolutely works amazing. Keeps the crabgrass away for an extended period. I highly recommend this.
Date published: 2025-05-06
Rated 5 out of
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Hendrika from
Very effective
This Scotts Halts Crabgrass & Grassy Weed Preventer is very effective. I have applied it on the areas of our front and back yard with weeds and crabgrass. It is easy to use, and it takes care of the weeds. The instructions are easy to follow. It makes our grass look healthier with less weeds. I highly recommend!
Date published: 2025-05-05
Rated 5 out of
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Sfera from
You need this to keep away crabgrass. Good stuff!
Keeps all the crabgrass away. I apply this product yearly in the spring for me and it always does such a good job at keeping crabgrass away - especially in the later season! As good as if I had a professional service applied from a company. My lawn is very green and crabgrass free
Date published: 2025-05-04
Rated 5 out of
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Stoobie from
Easy prep, easy on, easy to handle!
Easy to spread and went on evenly, not a lot of dust, not smelly and spread evenly. Im waiting to see how it performs loing term but it was easy to spread and I really appreciated the lack of dust and smell, other products have left me covered in dust and smelling like a chemical factory. The bag was also easy to handle and cut smoothly, I have had issues with other bags either tearing or cut unevenly, making it had to pour out.
Date published: 2025-05-04
Rated 5 out of
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Love2Shop from
Preventing is key
Preventing weeds and crabgrass is much easier than trying to kill them after they’ve taken a stronghold in your yard. This product is easy to use. The granules are small and don’t clump together, so they spread uniformly using my Scott’s spreader. I believe in preventative maintenance and this product does the job!
Date published: 2025-05-04
Rated 5 out of
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mnkeygrl4 from
Works
This has helped kill my crabgrass. It was easy to apply in my broadcast spreader. It’s a decent sized bag, but you may need more depending on the size of your yard. Very simple and seemed to be effective.
Date published: 2025-05-03
Rated 5 out of
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Dee53 from
It stops most weeds when used right!
Scott's weed preventer is my go to when i need the weeds gone. It works for 3 months, preventing most all weeds Works well and is convenient. I apply it seasonally before supplementing mulch, it does a great job. I highly recommend using.
Date published: 2025-05-02
Rated 5 out of
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Eshott from
Another Scotts good product
Another good product from Scotts. I think this is one of the most important steps in a transition zone lawn, nice consistent size. I will use again to keep my yard looking good and the crabgrass down
Date published: 2025-05-01
Rated 5 out of
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Caa8735 from
Great product
I love using this product because it works fast and well. I have consistently used this product the last several years and every spring it helps keep my lawn looking great. It pairs well with the other Scott’s products on the market as well.
Date published: 2025-05-01
Rated 5 out of
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RBJR from
Crabgrass be gone !
I don’t use this product every year, but when I do need it, it’s usually on the edges of my lawn, where my neighbors have not treated their own for crabgrass. What I find works best here is as long as you have your neighbors permission would I like to do is I go onto their yard about 3 feet just to ensure that I give myself a little bit more of a barrier, keeping the crabgrass from getting back onto my property. It’s very easy to use as long as you’re not trying to do it on a super windy day. You’ll be just fine. I did have to apply it two times1 year because the crab grass was very bad, but I’ve even applied it after the crab grass sprouted, and it still worked well.
Date published: 2025-04-30
Rated 5 out of
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Tammi91 from
Crabgrass seed
I had my hubby put this crabgrass seed down and has really helped out alot.it has really prevented it all year around. We highly recommend this product for all your lawn needs. You wont be sorry. Love it.
Date published: 2025-04-30