I had some crab grass last year in my lawn and some bare spots. Should I treat for the crab grass or should I plant grass?
You can do both as long as you ask for the “Crabgrass Preventer for New Lawns” at the garden center. It costs a little more than “plain” crabgrass preventer but will only prevent crabgrass seeds from sprouting but allow your turfgrass to still sprout and grow unimpeded. You’ll also want a good lawn starter food once your turfgrass seeds have sprouted and are growing.