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  • Asked by Deb
    02/06/2011
    Q
    How much Acclaim Extra Selective herbicide do I need to use to make one gallon of finished solution?
    A

    According to page 4 of the Acclaim Extra Selective Herbicide product label "Hand-Held Sprayer Application for Spot Treatments: For hand-held pump-type sprayers, add 0.30 to 0.46 fluid ounce of Acclaim Extra Herbicide per gallon of water. Apply 0.30 fluid ounce per gallon of water when the grass weed…

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    142 of 154 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Gregory from Dexter, Mo
    06/21/2017
    Q
    How can I kill Johnsongrass and crabgrass without harming my fescue?
    A

    Acclaim Extra Selective Herbicide  is a selective post-emergent herbicide that controls annual and perennial grasses in turf.  This includes Crabgrass as well as seedling Johnsongrass, and it will suppress rhizome Johnsongrass and is safe for use in tall Fescue. 

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    82 of 87 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Linda from Virgina Beach Va 23456
    08/19/2011
    Q
    Can you seed following an Acclaim treatment?
    when crab grass is dead can seed be put down and if so how long do u wait to seed?
    A

    According to the Acclaim product label: Fescues and ryegrass may be overseeded immediately following Acclaim Extra applications. All other turf species should be overseeded after a 21-day waiting period.

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    76 of 79 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Allyn from Berwyn, Pa (philadelphia Suburbs)
    07/04/2015
    Q
    What post-emerg product do you recommend for controlling Jap. stilt grass (est. lawn) bluegrass and fescue mix?
    I do not want to use glyphosate.
    A

    Acclaim Extra Herbicide is labeled for Japanese Stiltgrass and can be used in Kentucky Bluegrass and fescue lawns.

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    71 of 74 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jim from Chicago, Il
    05/19/2015
    Q
    Minimum Temperature for Application Acclaim Extra Selective Herbicide
    Is there is minimum temperature that must be met when applying Acclaim? Also, is there an "ideal" temperature that will maximize its efficacy? The label does not speak to application temperature ranges.
    A

    Acclaim Extra Selective Herbicide  can be applied when temps reach above 55 degrees. 

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    45 of 47 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Janet from Reno, Nv
    06/20/2014
    Q
    Is there an outdoor temperature max that is recommended for application of Acclaim Extra Selective Herbicide?
    A

    Acclaim Extra like most herbicides should not be used in temperatures 85F degrees and over.

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    33 of 33 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Anonymous from Zone 7
    04/07/2013
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    Will Acclaim Extra Kill Japanese Stiltgrass without harming the vinca minor growing in the same area?
    A

    Acclaim Extra lists Vinca in general as being tolerant to the product when used as directed on the product label.

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    28 of 30 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by John
    06/24/2011
    Q
    Does Acclaim kill Bermuda grass without killing the Fescue around it? What is the spread rate?
    A

    Acclaim Extra Herbicide will suppress the growth of common Bermudagrass and rhizome Johnsongrass. Apply Acclaim Extra Herbicide at 20 fluid ounces per acre (0.46 fluid ounce/1000 sq. ft.) as soon as common Bermudagrass or rhizome Johnsongrass begins growth. Repeat applications of Acclaim Extra every…

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    26 of 31 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jay from Riverhead, Ny
    07/11/2016
    Q
    Should I apply Acclaim Extra Selective Herbicide for crabgrass when the lawn is wet or dry?
    Going to spot spray the lawn with a backpack sprayer for crabgrass using .04 oz per gallon for the back pack sprayer, does the lawn have to be wet or dry when I spray the lawn is the question? Location is Long Island, NY
    A

    The grass should not be drenched or heavily wet before an application of Acclaim Extra Selective Herbicide to help the product contact the leave surface.  You should use a surfactant like the Non Ionic Surfactant for Herbicides with Acclaim to aid in penetration as directed on the product label.

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    25 of 29 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Karen from Auburn, Wa
    06/20/2018
    Q
    Is Acclaim Extra Selective Herbicide safe for dogs?
    A

    Acclaim Extra Selective Herbicide should be applied when the dogs are not present. They can return when the treated surfaces have completely dried.

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    21 of 22 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Dan from Nj
    09/10/2017
    Q
    What is Acclaim Herbicide and surfactant rainfastness?
    I sprayed acclaim (for stilt and crab grass) with this surfactant and we got a rogue rain storm between 45 and 1 hour after spraying the lawn. It had been sunny and hot just prior to the rain I expect the spray dried. Do I need to respray? Will respraying damage the lawn grasses I don't want to kill?
    A

    Per the product label for Acclaim Extra Herbicide, rainfall or irrigation within one hour of application may cause a reduction in grass control. Allow spray deposit to dry before irrigation. If stunting or injury occurred with the previous application, avoid applying until turfgrass recovery is comp…

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    20 of 23 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Carly from Nj
    07/13/2014
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    Is it necessary to add a surfactant to Acclaim to kill stilt grass?
    A

    Yes, the addition of a surfactant will improve coverage per the product label for Acclaim.

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    20 of 22 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Brad
    07/21/2014
    Q
    How many OZ. per gallon should I mix using a 60 gallon tank sprayer with 10 gallon nozzles. Spraying crab gras
    A

    For broadcast applications you will use between 3.5 and 20 ounces of Acclaim Extra per acre in 40-80 gallons of water for sufficient coverage. You must refer directly to the product label for specifics as it varies for turf type for max usage rates without harming the lawn.  The first thing yo…

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    16 of 21 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Brian from West Chester, Pa
    08/01/2016
    Q
    How long after using Acclaim do you have to wait before overseeding?
    A

    For fescue and ryegrass, you can overseed immediately after using Acclaim Extra Selective Herbicide. All other turf types should be overseeded after a 21 day waiting period.

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    14 of 14 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Joe from New Jersey
    07/03/2017
    Q
    What is the shelf life of Acclaim?
    I have a container that's about 3 years old and has never been opened and I have one that was opened. Are they still good?
    A

    Acclaim Extra Selective Herbicide has a shelf life of about 3-5 years if kept out of extreme temperatures (above 90 and below freezing) and direct sunlight.  If the product has separated and you are not able to get it back into suspension after shaking, then it would be recommended to replace it w…

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    13 of 14 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Carrie from Monkton, Md
    06/19/2014
    Q
    I have large amounts of the Japanese Stiltgrass in my horse pastures. Is this product safe for use in pastures?
    A

    Acclaim Extra cannot be used in pastures where horses graze.  Unfortunately we are not aware of a produc that is safe for use in pastures that will kill Japanese stiltgrass.  We would recommend contacting your local agricultural department for advice on what others in your area how found e…

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    10 of 10 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Andy from Maryland
    08/24/2018
    Q
    How long should I wait to mow after Acclaim application?
    A

    According to the Acclaim Extra Selective Herbicide  product label do not mow treated areas for at least 24 hours to allow time for penetration and translocation into the grass weeds. The effectiveness of Acclaim Extra Herbicide is reduced when grass clippings interfere with thorough spray coverag…

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    10 of 10 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Shelly from Jacksonville
    04/23/2013
    Q
    Is Acclaim safe for St Augustine grass?
    A

    Acclaim Extra Selective Herbicide is not labeled to be applied to St Augustine grasses and is not recommended for this use.

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    10 of 10 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Steve from Crompond, Ny
    08/25/2014
    Q
    Will Acclaim Extra kill wintergreen? I have stilt grass infesting a large area of pachysandra and wintergreen?
    A

    Acclaim Extra cannot be used on pachysandra or wintergreen. Per the manufacturer, Acclaim Extra has a specified list of things it can be used on. They will likely harm the pachysandra and wintergreen.

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    9 of 11 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Harold from 72641
    06/14/2018
    Q
    What herbicides can be used to kill Japanese stiltgrass in an Iris bed?
    A

    Acclaim Extra Selective Herbicide is a great herbicide that is labeled to treat Japanese stiltgrass in an ornamental iris bed. 

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    7 of 7 people found this answer helpful.

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