To apply this product effectively for optimal weed control, consider the following equipment and application methods. Choosing the right tools ensures proper coverage and minimizes waste, helping you compare and save on weed killer in the long run.
Selecting the Right Sprayer
For application, you have several options depending on the scale of your weed control needs:
- Plastic, aluminum, or stainless steel tank sprayer: Ideal for larger areas like lawns or gardens, these sprayers offer consistent pressure and coverage. They are durable and suitable for repeated use.
- Hose-end sprayer (recommended for weed killers): Convenient for treating larger areas quickly by attaching directly to your garden hose. Ensure the sprayer is specifically designed for weed killers to maintain accuracy and prevent backflow contamination.
- Hand-trigger sprayer: Best for spot treatments and smaller, targeted areas. These offer precise application, minimizing overspray and saving product when you only need to treat specific weeds.
Important Sprayer Precautions
Avoid using galvanized steel or unlined steel sprayers as solutions of this product should not be stored or applied using these materials. Similarly, do not apply this product through any type of irrigation system or with a sprinkling can, as these methods lack precision and can lead to uneven application and product wastage.
After each use, proper cleaning is essential to prolong the life of your sprayer and prevent contamination. Rinse the sprayer and flush all sprayer components thoroughly with water three times. Dispose of rinse water safely on bare soil or gravel. After very thorough cleaning, the sprayer can be safely used for applying other garden products. Always ensure the cap is tightly closed on the weed killer container after use to prevent spills and maintain product integrity, helping you compare and save by avoiding unnecessary replacement due to damage.
Versatile Weed Control Applications
This weed killer offers versatile applications to tackle weeds in various scenarios around your property.
General Weed Control
Effectively control weeds along fences, paths, patios, sidewalks, driveways, and in brick and gravel walkways. Use it around trees, shrubs, ornamental plantings, and flower beds to maintain clean borders and prevent weed encroachment. It’s also excellent for trimming and edging landscape areas, providing a neat and polished look to your garden and property. By using one product for multiple areas, you compare and save time and money compared to using specialized products.
Spot Spraying for Targeted Treatment
For specific weed problems, spot spraying is highly effective. Use it on actively growing weeds in and around flower beds, ornamental trees, fruit and nut trees, grapevines, shrubs, fences, driveways, and walkways. Exercise caution to ensure the weed killer solution does not contact the leaves, green stems, or exposed roots of desirable plants. This product is designed to act where it’s applied and will not move in or on the soil to affect untreated plants nearby, making it a precise option for targeted weed control. If applying around fruit or nut trees or grapevines, allow a 21-day interval before harvesting and consuming the fruit or nuts. This targeted approach allows you to compare and save product by only treating necessary areas.
Landscaping Preparation
Prepare areas for planting ornamentals, trees, shrubs, desert landscapes, rock gardens, flower beds, or similar plantings with this weed killer. Treated areas can be replanted just 1 day after application, allowing for quick turnaround in your landscaping projects. This fast replant time helps you compare and save time in your garden projects.
Lawn Renovation for a Fresh Start
Renovate your lawn by using this product to kill existing weeds and grasses, including your old lawn, before reseeding or laying new turf. For optimal results in lawn renovation, apply in spring or fall when daytime temperatures are consistently at least 60°F. Consult the product label for detailed lawn renovation instructions to ensure best practices and achieve a healthy, weed-free lawn. Renovating your lawn effectively the first time helps you compare and save on repeated treatments.
Brush Control for Overgrown Areas
Tackle brush control effectively by applying when brush is green and actively growing. For plants taller than 5 feet, it is recommended to cut them back and spray the regrowth to ensure thorough coverage. Brush sprayed in the fall might not show full control until the following growing season. For hard-to-control species like blackberry, kudzu, or poison oak, a second application may be necessary to achieve complete control. Effective brush control from the start helps you compare and save effort and product in the long run.
Stump Treatment to Prevent Regrowth
Prevent regrowth from tree stumps by treating them immediately after cutting. For best results, apply the treatment when the vegetation is actively growing and within 5 minutes of cutting the stump down. Refer to the product label for detailed instructions on stump treatment. This treatment is effective in controlling or suppressing regrowth from many types of woody brush and trees, including alder, bluegum, eucalyptus, madrone, oak, giant reed, saltcedar, sweetgum, and tan oak. Treating stumps prevents future growth, helping you compare and save on future removal efforts.
Vine Control for Climbing Plants
Manage unwanted vines with specific methods tailored to their growth habit.
- Vines on Poles, Fences, or Mature Tree Trunks: Cut the vine to a height of 3 to 4 feet from the ground and spray the remaining vine thoroughly to ensure complete coverage and absorption.
- Vines Climbing Shrubs or Immature Tree Trunks: Cut vines at the base and spray the regrowth to target the actively growing parts. Protect shrubs and green tree bark from spray drift by using a shield like cardboard or plastic to prevent unintended damage. Controlling vines effectively protects your existing plants and helps you compare and save on potential replacement costs.
