When it comes to pre-emergent, precision is everything. You can invest all the time and money into applying pre-emergent, but if you're not precise with your application rate, it simply won't work.
This is why we highly recommend liquid pre-emergent over granular for homeowners in Midlothian, Prosper, and throughout North Texas.
Why Precision Matters So Much
Pre-emergent herbicides work by creating a chemical barrier in your soil that kills weed seeds as they germinate. For that barrier to be effective, it needs to be applied at the correct rate and distributed evenly across your entire lawn. Too little product in an area means gaps in your protection. Too much can potentially harm your turf.
With granular applications, there's more room for error on both fronts—getting the application rate right and ensuring even coverage across the lawn. Spreader settings, walking speed, overlap patterns, and product distribution all introduce variables that can compromise your results.
Liquid applications eliminate much of that guesswork. The product mixes at a precise concentration and sprays evenly across the lawn, making it far easier to achieve consistent coverage. For homeowners who want their pre-emergent to actually work, this precision is a significant advantage.
Speed of Effectiveness
There's another important difference between the two methods: how quickly they start working.
Liquid pre-emergent takes effect immediately upon application. As soon as the spray hits your lawn and dries, the barrier is in place and actively protecting against weed seed germination.
Granular pre-emergent requires additional steps before it becomes effective. First, the granules need to be watered in. Then you have to wait for those granules to break down and release into the soil before they can start killing weed seeds. That delay can be the difference between catching germinating weeds and missing them entirely.
For homeowners in Prosper, Waxahachie, and the DFW area racing against the pre-emergent window, that immediate effectiveness matters.
The Bottom Line
Our recommendation is hands down liquid over granular for pre-emergent applications. The precision and immediate effectiveness make it the superior choice for reliable weed prevention.
But here's what matters most: regardless of which method you choose, get your pre-emergent down right now. The window is open, weed seeds are ready to germinate, and every day you wait is a day closer to weeds in your lawn.
Watch the video below to learn more about why liquid pre-emergent outperforms granular applications.
For professional liquid pre-emergent application in Midlothian and Prosper, contact Vista Lawn and Pest.
