Quick guide to apply Sunday products in the right order
If you just want the cliff notes — here’s how to apply our products in the right order to get the best results.
- Fertilize lawn: Essential for growth and greening.
- Control weeds: Target broadleaf and grassy weeds.
- Patch and seed: Thicken and enhance lawn resilience with quality seeds.
- Control pests: Use eco-friendly methods for pest management.
- Fertilize garden: Maintain with fertilizers and soil amendments.
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How to apply Sunday products in order
You may not have all these steps in your plan. If you’re a lawn plan subscriber, we'll do the work for you. We figure out what's right for your yard based on where you live, the time of year, the condition of your lawn, and more.
Fertilize your lawn
Sunday's lawn fertilizers—packed with nutrients like nitrogen, potassium, and seaweed extract—are vital for starting lawn care off right.
When to apply:
Apply when grass is actively growing, to a well-hydrated lawn during the early morning or late evening. Cool-season grasses need temperatures above 40-49°F, warm-season above 60-69°F.
Application frequency:
Fertilize your lawn every 4-6 weeks throughout the growing season.
If you're a lawn plan subscriber, your My Plan will provide date ranges on when to apply.
Tips for success:
- Apply in moderate temperatures, ideally in the morning or evening.
- Hydrate your lawn before applying. Watering 2-3 hours beforehand is beneficial if it’s dry.
- Avoid applying before heavy rain, or on a heat-stressed or dormant lawn.
- Fertilizer works best on actively growing grass, not bare soil.
- Have lots of weeds or bare soil? Tackle major lawn repairs before fertilizing.
What if I apply out of order?
Fertilizer is flexible. If you apply it after weed control or seed, it’ll work great. Just remember to wait 24 hours so that your nutrients can dry and be fully absorbed.
Get detailed lawn fertilizer instructions by product.
Control weeds
Sunday offers targeted weed killer solutions to effectively manage weeds in your lawn.
- Dandelion Doom is a post-emergent herbicide that treats broadleaf weeds, moss, and lawn diseases—without harming your grass.
- Weed & Green Hose-End Spray for Lawns is a pre-emergent herbicide formulated to prevent broadleaf weeds and crabgrass in lawns.
- Weed Warrior is a non-staining post-emergent herbicide that controls grassy weeds across your yard. Tip: use in early spring in lawns!
When to apply:
Use these products when weeds are actively growing.
Dandelion Doom products have a temperature threshold of 85 degrees F. but Weed Warrior products can be used any time of the growing season.
Application frequency:
Apply Dandelion Doom every 3-4 weeks, apply Dandelion Doom RTS every 3-5 weeks, and apply Weed Warrior every 2-3 weeks.
Tips for success:
- Remove any large weeds manually.
- Apply herbicides in mild temperatures, ideally in the morning or evening.
- Fully cover the weeds with the spray and allow it to dry.
- Avoid application if rain is forecasted within three hours.
- Read labels carefully to target specific weed types with the right product.
What if I apply out of order?
Applying weed control products at different stages won’t harm your lawn. If applied after fertilizing, just ensure the fertilizer has dried for 24 hours.
Get detailed weed control instructions by product.
Patch and seed
Enhance your lawn's resilience and appearance with Sunday's premium grass seed products.
When to apply:
Ideal after weed control and pet spot treatment, in the right temperature conditions for the grass type.
Application frequency:
Cool-season grasses can be seeded in spring and fall during temperatures between 55-75 degrees F. Plant or seed warm-season grasses in spring and summer between 70-90 degrees F.
Tips for success:
- Choose the correct seed type for your lawn's climate.
- Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate.
- Apply at the recommended rate for even growth.
- Regular watering is crucial – 1-3 times weekly for premium seed, 1-2x daily for Bare Repair.
- If seeding a lawn from scratch, wait until 60% of seeds germinate, then fertilize
What if I apply out of order?
Seeds can be sown at any stage in your lawn care routine. Just make sure to allow time for any liquid applications to dry before watering seeds in.
Get detailed patch and seed instructions by product.
Control pests
Utilize Sunday's eco-friendly pest control solutions to maintain a healthy, pest-free lawn.
When to apply:
After completing other lawn care steps, ensure the yard is dry.
Tips for success:
- Read and follow label instructions carefully.
- Apply liquid pest sprays and let them dry before using bait products.
- Reapply bait products if they get wet.
What if I apply out of order?
The key is applying pest control to a dry yard. Wait 24 hours after any liquid applications or watering before pest control application.
Get detailed pest control instructions by product.
Fertilize garden
Fertilize and maintain your garden using Sunday's range of garden care products.
When to apply:
Ideally at the time of planting, and throughout the growing season.
Tips for success:
- Remove as many weeds and pests as possible before fertilizing.
- Apply fertilizer and soil amendments according to the plant's needs.
- Keep the garden well-watered and cared for throughout the season.
What if I apply out of order?
Applying garden products out of order may require watering in the nutrients first, then waiting 24 hours before treating weeds.
Get detailed garden instructions by product.
Find Sunday product instructions
For comprehensive guidance, visit our Product Instructions Guide.
Starting with fertilization, moving through weed control and seeding, to pest control and garden care—each step in Sunday's lawn care system plays a crucial role. Follow this sequence for a lawn that impresses you and your neighbors.
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