After a long and dreary winter, it’s exciting to finally think about spring. If you’re dying to get out there and get a head start on lawn and garden care, early spring is a great time to do it. Before consistently warm temperatures set in, there are things you can do to keep weeds at bay for the remainder of the growing season. You may not be able to see them just yet, but weeds are just waiting to sprout and wreak havoc in your lawn and garden beds. Save yourself the frustrating and reactive work of dealing with weeds after they’ve sprouted by taking these early spring weed prevention steps before the season gets fully underway. Why Early Spring Matters for Weed Control In early spring, temperatures are still chilly and nights can remain downright cold, depending on your local climate. Weed seeds have not germinated yet, as they need consistently warm temperatures to make this transition. Early spring is your chance to minimize weeds throughout the rest of the growing season.…