Best Lawn Fertilizer And Weed Killer For Summer

#1 · Best Overall

1. GreenView Weed and Feed

• Weight: 13 lb
• Form: Granule

Best for: Extended-feeding medium lawns.

Why it ranks #1: Covers 5,000 square feet, controls more than 250 weeds, and uses slow-release nitrogen to feed lawns for up to eight weeks.

GreenView’s slow-release nitrogen feeds for up to eight weeks, pairing weed control with extended lawn nutrition for a 5,000-square-foot area. Its 13-pound granular bag treats more than 250 weeds, including dandelion, clover, and plantain, making it a useful summer option for buyers seeking one application across a medium-sized lawn.

The blend combines readily available and controlled-release nutrients, supporting both an initial supply and continued feeding as the lawn grows. GreenView also says its nutrition helps grass retain water, a relevant benefit during hot weather. Apply the granules to a moist lawn when the air is calm so they stick to weed leaves, then water afterward; the directions specify a dry lawn before application, so follow the product directions for the application sequence and avoid excluded grass types.

Skip it if you have St. Augustinegrass in Florida, dichondra, or carpetgrass; Scotts Turf Builder Halts Crabgrass Preventer with Lawn Food is a different weed-control approach.

Choose GreenView for a medium lawn where extended feeding and control of listed weeds are priorities. Its water-retention benefit may suit summer conditions, but the grass exclusions matter, and application requires attention to the moist-lawn and watering directions.

Listed on Amazon as: GreenView Weed and Feed Lawn Fertilizer, 13 lb Bag, Covers 5,000 sq. ft.

#2 · Largest Coverage

2. Andersons Surge Weed and Feed

• Weight: 40 lb
• Form: Granule

Best for: Large established lawns.

Why it ranks #2: Its 40-pound granular bag covers up to 16,000 square feet and targets over 250 common weeds on established turf.

Coverage up to 16,000 square feet from one 40-pound bag makes The Andersons Surge a fit for large established lawns. Its four-way post-emergent weed-and-feed formula targets more than 250 common weeds while feeding grass, so one granular application can address broadleaf weeds and lawn nutrition together.

The small granules are described as providing more coverage per square inch, a useful feature when treating a broad lawn evenly. For application, mow one to two days beforehand, hydrate the grass, then spread in the morning when the lawn is damp with dew or lightly watered; moisture helps granules adhere to weed leaves. It can be used on established turf when broadleaf weeds are actively growing, but the label excludes Floratam St. Augustine, dichondra, carpetgrass, and creeping bentgrass.

Skip it if you have Floratam St. Augustine, dichondra, carpetgrass, or creeping bentgrass; Scotts Turf Builder Liquid Lawn Food Plus Weed Control lists several other grass types.

This is a strong fit for owners treating a large established lawn with actively growing broadleaf weeds who can follow the damp-lawn application routine. Avoid it on the specifically excluded grasses, and plan to mow and water before spreading.

Listed on Amazon as: The Andersons Professional Surge Weed and Feed 16-0-9 Post-Emergent Weed Control and Fertilizer – Covers up to 16,000 sq ft (40 lb)

#3 · Fastest Application

3. Scotts Liquid Lawn Food Plus Weed Control

• Weight: 8.32 oz
• Form: Liquid

Best for: Fast hose-end weed-and-feed.

Why it ranks #3: The hose-end liquid treats 2,000 square feet in 10 minutes and controls listed weeds such as dandelions and clover while feeding grass.

A hose-connected applicator treats up to 2,000 square feet in 10 minutes, letting you combine lawn feeding and weed control in a quick spray routine. Scotts’ liquid formula targets listed weeds such as dandelions and clover while feeding grass, making it a practical option when summer lawn care needs to be concise.

The hose-end application avoids spreading granules: connect the reusable applicator, turn on the water, and spray evenly across the lawn. That workflow suits buyers who want to cover a modest area without a separate fertilizer and weed-control pass. The 2-in-1 formula controls listed weeds while feeding grass, and the applicator can be used with separately sold refill bottles. Apply to actively growing weeds and follow the listed grass-type directions.

Skip it if you need to treat more than 2,000 square feet at once; Greenview Weed and Feed covers up to 5,000 square feet per bag.

Choose this Scotts spray for a smaller lawn and a fast hose-end application that combines feeding with control of listed weeds. Check that your grass type is listed, and note that the reusable applicator’s refill bottles are sold separately.

Listed on Amazon as: Scotts Turf Builder Liquid Lawn Food Plus Weed Control, 32 fl. oz.

#4 · Two-Bottle Supply

4. Scotts Liquid Turf Builder Plus 2

• Weight: 8 oz
• Form: Liquid

Best for: Quick liquid nitrogen boost.

Why it ranks #4: This two-bottle hose-end treatment supplies a quick nitrogen boost and controls listed broadleaf weeds when they are actively growing.

A hose-end applicator delivers a quick nitrogen boost while controlling listed weeds, making Scotts Liquid Turf Builder with Plus 2 a straightforward spray option. The two-pack provides two 32-fluid-ounce bottles, and the liquid format lets you apply lawn food and weed control together when weeds are actively growing.

Attaching the hose-end applicator to a garden hose makes application a spray-and-cover routine rather than a granular spreading task. The 25-0-2 NPK formula supplies nitrogen while targeting listed broadleaf weeds, including buckhorn and chickweed. Apply when weeds are actively growing for best results, and follow the directions to water thoroughly 24 hours beforehand if the lawn needs watering. The supplied product details do not state a coverage area, so confirm the label when planning treatment for a particular lawn.

Skip it if you need a stated coverage figure for planning; Scotts Turf Builder Liquid Lawn Food Plus Weed Control lists coverage up to 2,000 square feet.

This two-pack suits buyers who prefer hose-end liquid application and want a nitrogen boost alongside control of listed weeds. Apply when weeds are actively growing, and check the label for coverage and lawn-specific directions before treating.

Listed on Amazon as: Scotts Liquid Turf Builder with Plus 2 Weed Control, 32 fl. oz. (2-Pack)

#5 · Refill Format

5. Scotts Liquid Lawn Food Refill

• Weight: 8.32 oz
• Form: Liquid

Best for: Refill for existing applicator.

Why it ranks #5: The 32-fluid-ounce refill covers 2,000 square feet in 10 minutes, but it is designed for use with a reusable applicator.

This 32-fluid-ounce refill treats up to 2,000 square feet in 10 minutes when used with the reusable Scotts applicator, making it a quick replenishment for owners who already have that sprayer. Its liquid 2-in-1 formula combines lawn feeding with control of listed weeds such as dandelions and clover.

The refill format is intended for use with the reusable applicator, which helps reduce plastic waste compared with replacing the applicator each time. During spraying, the translucent bottle lets you see how much product you are using, supporting a more visible application workflow. The formula combines weed control and feeding, and the stated coverage is 2,000 square feet in 10 minutes. Use on listed grass types and apply to actively growing weeds, following the watering directions when needed.

Skip it if you do not already have the reusable applicator; Scotts Turf Builder Liquid Lawn Food Plus Weed Control comes with its reusable applicator.

This refill suits Scotts applicator owners who want a fast liquid weed-and-feed treatment and a reusable-bottle workflow. It is not the right standalone choice if you lack the applicator, and grass-type compatibility remains an important check.

Listed on Amazon as: Scotts Turf Builder Liquid Lawn Food Plus Weed Control Refill, 32 fl. oz.

#6

6. Scotts Turf Builder Triple Action1 33.94 lb

• Weight: 33.9 lb
• Form: Granule

Best for: Multi-tasking lawn treatment.

Why it ranks #6: This granular 3-in-1 formula feeds grass, controls listed weeds, and prevents crabgrass for use on several listed grass types.

A three-in-one formula that kills listed weeds, prevents crabgrass, and feeds grass gives this 33.94-pound Scotts bag a broad lawn-care role. It is listed for eight grass types, including Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, bermudagrass, and zoysiagrass, helping buyers check compatibility before choosing a combined treatment.

The granule combines weed control, crabgrass prevention, and fertilizer, streamlining those tasks into one product rather than separate treatments. Its listed grass compatibility spans bahiagrass, centipedegrass, Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, bermudagrass, tall fescue, fine fescue, and zoysiagrass. That makes the grass-type list the key fit check for a summer application. The supplied facts do not specify coverage area or a prevention duration, so assess the label for application details before planning a lawn-wide treatment.

Skip it if you need a stated area-per-bag figure before planning treatment; Scotts Turf Builder Liquid Lawn Food Plus Weed Control specifies coverage up to 2,000 square feet.

Consider this Scotts product if your grass appears on its compatibility list and you want weed control, crabgrass prevention, and feeding together. The supplied details do not give a coverage figure, so verify the label before estimating how much to apply.

Listed on Amazon as: Scotts Turf Builder Triple Action1, 33.94 lbs.

#7

7. Scotts Turf Builder Triple Action1 14.10 lb

• Form: Granule

Best for: Three-action crabgrass prevention.

Why it ranks #7: The granules combine feeding, listed weed control, and crabgrass prevention, though the supplied data gives no coverage figure for this size.

Four months of crabgrass prevention is the key distinction of Scotts Turf Builder Triple Action1, which also kills listed weeds and feeds grass. This granular three-in-one formula suits lawns where prevention is still timely and broadleaf weeds such as dandelion, clover, and ground ivy need attention alongside feeding.

Combining weed control, crabgrass prevention, and fertilizer in one granular product can consolidate several lawn-care tasks into one application. The listed weed targets include dandelion, clover, dollarweed, ground ivy, chickweed, plantain, henbit, and English daisy, while the prevention claim covers four months. That distinction is important for summer use: the product prevents crabgrass rather than killing crabgrass that is already growing, so it fits best when the preventive step is still appropriate.

Skip it if you already have crabgrass growing and need it killed; Scotts Turf Builder Liquid Lawn Food Plus Weed Control targets listed actively growing weeds instead.

This Scotts formula suits buyers combining feeding and listed weed control with preventive crabgrass treatment. Its four-month prevention window is useful only if prevention fits your timing; it will not remove crabgrass already growing in the lawn.

Listed on Amazon as: Scotts Turf Builder Triple Action1, 14.10 lbs.

#8

8. Scotts Halts Crabgrass Preventer

• Weight: 13.4 lb
• Form: Granule

Best for: Crabgrass prevention and feeding.

Why it ranks #8: This 5,000-square-foot product primarily prevents crabgrass before it invades, making it a less direct match for summer treatment of growing weeds.

Scotts Turf Builder Halts pairs pre-emergent crabgrass prevention with lawn food, helping stop crabgrass before it invades while supporting a fast green-up after winter. Its 5,000-square-foot coverage makes it a defined-size option for buyers prioritizing prevention and feeding rather than a product focused only on existing weeds.

The product’s preventive role is its central fit: it stops crabgrass before it invades and protects the lawn all season, while fertilizer feeds grass and builds strong, deep roots. Its listed 5,000-square-foot coverage helps define the area to plan for. Rain, snow, or freezing conditions after application do not affect performance, and the directions call for 1/4 to 1/2 inch of water within two to three days for best results.

Skip it if you need to treat crabgrass already invading; Scotts Turf Builder Triple Action1 also controls listed existing weeds while preventing crabgrass.

Choose Halts when crabgrass prevention and lawn feeding are the priorities for a 5,000-square-foot area. It can suit variable post-application weather, but its preventive focus makes it a poor match for a lawn where crabgrass is already established.

Listed on Amazon as: Scotts Turf Builder Halts Crabgrass Preventer with Lawn Food, 5,000 sq. ft.