Use Pesticides Carefully Winter is over, spring is in the air, and your lawn looks like it could use a little help this season. Wild weeds, pest insects and fungal diseases can all cause your lawn to look unattractive. The use of pesticides can help control many lawn pests. But pesticides have risks as well as benefits, and it is important to use them properly. Pesticides include insecticides, herbicides and fungicides.
All pesticides are toxic to some degree.
They can pose some risk to you, your children and pets, and to any wildlife that venture onto your lawn - especially if these chemicals are overused or carelessly applied. Never assume a pesticide is harmless. Read the entire label and follow its instructions. Use only the amount directed, at the time and under conditions specified. Be sure to wear protective clothing - like gloves, long sleeves, and long pants, and wash the clothing separately before using it again.