Lesco Weed and Feed 18-2-3

Lesco Weed & Feed 18-2-3 is a high-performance fertilizer and broadleaf weed control product designed to feed your lawn while eliminating common turf weeds. This professional-grade formula delivers fast green-up, improved density, and long-lasting color while targeting dandelion, clover, chickweed, plantain, and other broadleaf weeds.

Lesco’s advanced formulation ensures even nutrient distribution and consistent performance—trusted by lawn care pros and homeowners who demand results.

Key Benefits

• Two-in-One Formula – Feeds your lawn and kills broadleaf weeds in one application.
• 18-2-3 Nutrient Blend – Provides immediate and sustained nitrogen for lasting green color.
• Professional-Grade Particle Size – Small, uniform granules deliver even spreading and superior coverage.
• Targets 250+ Broadleaf Weeds – Effective on dandelion, clover, chickweed, thistle, plantain, and more.
• Strengthens Root Growth – Balanced nutrients support a thicker, healthier lawn.
• No Phosphorus Restrictions – Safe for most areas that allow P in turf applications.

Coverage

• 50 lb Bag: Covers up to 12,000–15,000 sq ft
• Application Rate: 3–4 lbs per 1,000 sq ft

When to Apply

• Apply early morning when dew on lawn is present.
• Apply when weeds are actively growing and turf is moist for best uptake.
  
• Avoid application during heat stress (above 85°F).

How It Works

The fertilizer delivers immediate and slow-release nitrogen for consistent nourishment, while systemic herbicides move into the weed through the leaf surface to kill it at the root. This dual action thickens the lawn and reduces weed pressure long-term.

Application Instructions

1. Mow the lawn 1–2 days before application.
2. Water lightly to moisten weed leaves (do not saturate).
3. Apply evenly using a broadcast spreader at the recommended rate.
4. Avoid watering or rain for 24 hours after application.
5. Do not mow for 48 hours after spreading.
6. Reapply in 6–8 weeks if needed for stubborn weed pressure.

Use Restrictions

• Do not apply to newly seeded lawns until after 2–3 mowings.
• Safe for most warm and cool-season grasses.
• Do not use on St. Augustine (Florida varieties), dichondra, or carpetgrass.