Shaw's 13-0-5 20% SurfCote Barricade 28

• Barricade 0.28% Active Ingredient: Prodiamine provides industry-leading season-long crabgrass and grassy weed control with a single application

• 13-0-5 Fertilizer Analysis: Delivers both nitrogen and potassium to strengthen turf, improve drought resistance, and support root development

• 20% SurfCote Slow-Release Nitrogen: Polymer-coated urea ensures consistent, extended nitrogen delivery — no surge growth, no burn risk

• Covers ~14,000 sq ft: Exceptional coverage per bag makes this a cost-effective choice for residential and commercial properties

• One Application, Season-Long Control: Eliminates the need for repeat pre-emergent treatments throughout the growing season

• Granular Formula: Easy to apply with standard broadcast or drop spreader

• Professional-Grade Quality: Manufactured by Knox Fertilizer, a trusted name in the professional turf industry for over 70 years

• Two Jobs, One Trip: Prevents crabgrass AND feeds your lawn simultaneously — saving time and reducing equipment passes

• Potassium Advantage: Unlike some competing products, Shaw's 13-0-5 includes potassium for stronger, more stress-tolerant turf

• Trusted Chemistry: Barricade (Prodiamine) is one of the most respected pre-emergent active ingredients in the industry

• Great Coverage Rate: ~14,000 sq ft per 50 lb bag delivers strong value for both homeowners and professionals

Application rates, timing, and site directions come from the manufacturer's product label. 

Visit any Champion location or contact us for the information you need.

Always read and follow label directions.

Q: What weeds does Barricade control?

A: Prodiamine (Barricade) controls a wide range of annual grassy weeds, including crabgrass, goosegrass, annual bluegrass, and foxtail. It also controls some broadleaf weeds.

Q: When is the best time to apply this product?

A: Apply in early spring before soil temperatures reach 55°F at a 2-inch depth — this is typically the threshold for crabgrass germination. A good rule of thumb: apply when forsythia is blooming.

Q: Is this the same chemistry as TheAndersons Barricade product I used to buy?

A: Yes — the active ingredient (Prodiamine 0.28%) and rate are the same. Shaw's 13-0-5 also provides potassium for improved turf strength. See the 'Switching from The Andersons?' section below for more details.

Q: Can I overseed after applying this product?

A: No — Prodiamine will also inhibit grass seed germination. Wait the recommended time per the product label (typically 3–4 months) before overseeding treated areas.

Q: Where do I find application rates and timing?

A: On the manufacturer's product label. Current label links are being added to this page. Until then, stop by any Champion location or contact us, and our team will get you the label information you need.

 Q: Is a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) available?

A: Yes. The SDS for this product is on file and available on this page and at the counter, including for contractor accounts.

Q: How does this compare to the Andersons product I used before?

A: This product corresponds to TheAndersons 15-0-0 w/ 0.28% Barricade. Ask our team for the full crosswalk comparison.

Q: Can homeowners buy this product?

A: Yes. Shaw's products are sold to both homeowners and professionals at all four Champion locations. Always read and follow label directions.

• Download Product Safety Data Sheet / SDS (PDF)

• Download Product Spec Sheet (PDF)

Switching from The Andersons? Here's What You Need to Know.

Shaw's 13-0-5 Barricade 28 is a direct upgrade from The Andersons 15-0-0 w/.28 Barricade. The active ingredient — Prodiamine 0.28% — is identical, so you get the same trusted season-long crabgrass control you're used to. Shaw's version adds 5% potassium to the fertilizer analysis to improve turf strength and drought tolerance, and SurfCote technology provides a more consistent nitrogen release throughout the season.

Shaw's products are manufactured by Knox Fertilizer, an Indiana-based company that has supplied the professional turf industry for over 70 years — the same trusted chemistry, now with added performance.