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Extended Control Weed Preventer 4.93-lbs. 805-sq ft Pre-Emergent Herbicide

Ratings & Reviews for Preen Extended Control Weed Preventer 4.93-lbs. 805-sq ft Pre-Emergent Herbicide

4.6
576
Review
 4.6 out of 5
576 Reviews


93% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise this product for exceptional weed prevention, with most reporting near-complete elimination of weeds in flower beds and landscaping areas. Reviewers consistently highlight its pre-emergent action that stops weeds before they emerge, with many noting results lasting two to four months or longer. The granular formula is widely described as easy to apply with clear instructions and an included scoop for precise spreading. Most find it intuitive even without gardening experience. While a few report inconsistent results or question longevity claims, the vast majority credit it with significantly reducing garden maintenance and express strong loyalty as repeat users.

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576 Customer Reviews

This really works.

Would Recommend

Keeps weeds out of my garden. Sprinkle it around my garden beds and no weeds.

May 14, 2026
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So far so good for early spring.

Would Recommend

Controls weeds as needed

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Didn’t work as advertised

Would Not Recommend

I only chose two stars in case I somehow didn’t apply the product correctly. I followed the instructions to the letter and three weeks later there were plenty of weeds growing out of my mulch beds. I’ll keep looking for another solution to prevent weeds from taking over my garden.

May 13, 2026
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Response from Preen Customer Support

Thank you for your review! We are very sorry to hear that the product did not work as you had expected it to. We do stand behind our products and you...

Preen Customer SupportMay 13, 2026

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It works well

Would Recommend

It works well

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Recommend Preen extended control

Would Recommend

I like the product, don't have to pull as much weeds

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Easy to use container and scoop

Would Recommend

Has done a great job of keeping the weeds out. Spread on ground before putting weed cloth down

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Effective Pre-Emergent

Effective and easy to spread

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6 months?

Would Recommend

Does not really last for 6 months.

May 8, 2026
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Great weed control

Would Recommend

Easy to apply and the bucket container goes a long way in my large mulch beds…really good weed prevention, especially after using for the second year

May 6, 2026
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Plant, let plant take hold before application!

Would Recommend

Keeps grass under control for growing plants!

May 6, 2026
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No more weeds!

Would Recommend

It stop weeds and is easy to apply. Love the shaker top

May 5, 2026
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