{"product_id":"preen-garden-weed-preventer-16-lb-pail-covers-2-560-sq-ft","title":"Preen Garden Weed Preventer – 16 lb Pail, Covers 2,560 sq ft","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreen Garden Weed Preventer is a granular soil treatment designed to interrupt weed life at the start. When spread over prepared planting beds and watered in, it forms a protective barrier that helps limit weed germination for up to three months. This means your flowers, vegetables, and ornamentals have more space to grow without the constant interruption of competing weeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse Preen in flower beds, vegetable gardens, ground covers, and the mulch around trees and shrubs. It is not intended for lawns. For best results, remove existing weeds before application so the product can focus on preventing new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStops weeds before they start for up to 3 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrevents new weeds from sprouting, reducing hand-weeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSafe for use around more than 200 established flowers, vegetables, trees and shrubs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes an applicator scoop for easy measurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApply anytime in spring, summer or fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot for use on lawns\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWeed preventer does not kill existing weeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply Preen during the growing season around established plants and transplants. Watering after application helps activate the barrier. It can be incorporated into soil when seeding vegetables or applied after mulching beds. For season-long coverage, reapply every 9–12 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUsage tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpread evenly in prepared bed areas to create a uniform barrier\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReapply every 9–12 weeks to maintain weed protection throughout the season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNotes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreen should not be used on flower seeds and is not suitable for lawns. While it helps prevent new weeds, it does not eliminate existing weeds, so owners may still need to manage those plants manually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How long does Preen Garden Weed Preventer last?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Up to 3 months; reapply every 9–12 weeks to maintain weed-free beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Where can I safely apply Preen around plants?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Safe around many established flowers, vegetables, trees, and shrubs; not for lawns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Preen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48213517926644,"sku":"B000WU3SHA","price":46.67,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/6652\/0820\/files\/preen-garden-weed-preventer-16lb-pail.jpg?v=1778474582","url":"https:\/\/www.cerapatiogarden.com\/products\/preen-garden-weed-preventer-16-lb-pail-covers-2-560-sq-ft","provider":"Cera Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}