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Miracle-Gro® Garden Weed Preventer¹

Miracle-Gro Garden Weed Preventer1

Overview & Benefits

  • Prevents weeds for up to 3 months!
  • Easy-to-use applicator
  • 5 lb. jug treats a minimum of 800 sq. ft.

Available sizes:

    5 lb. and 9lb. jug

How to Use

For established plants (for listed flowers, groundcovers, trees and shrubs):

Sprinkle around established plants at the rate of 1 oz. per 10 sq. ft., rake into the top 1-3 inches of the soil and water lightly to establish the weed barrier.

For bulbs:

Sprinkle around bulbs at the rate of 1 oz. per 10 sq. ft. and lightly water in.

For pre-planting application:

Prior to transplanting 2-3" listed flowers, or less than 10 weeks prior to planting listed vegetable seeds, apply to medium soil 1 oz. per 60 sq. ft. Rake into the top 1-3 inches of soil. Transplant.

When to Apply

Apply anytime during the growing season. Reapply every 3 months.

How often to apply

Every 3 months

Where to Use

Recommended for use around listed flowers, vegetables, roses, groundcovers, shrubs and trees. See label for a detailed list.

Where Not to Use

Never use when planting seed except for the vegetables listed. Do not use with flower seeds. Do not apply to Ajuga, Myrtle or Pachysandra. Do not use on lawns.

Coverage Area

5 lb. jug treats a minimum of 800 sq. ft.

9 lb. jug treats a minimum of 1440 sq. ft.

Benefits

Prevents weeds up to 3 months.

Container Type

Jug

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