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Crossbow Specialty Herbicide - 2, 4-D & Triclopyr - Questions & Answers

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  • Asked by Cheryl from Georgetown, Tx
    09/08/2016
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    Will Crossbow Specialty Herbicide - 2, 4-D & Triclopyr kill Bamboo?
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    Crossbow Specialty Herbicide - 2, 4-D & Triclopyr will kill bamboo if the bamboo is cut down and the Crossbow Specialty Herbicide - 2, 4-D & Triclopyr is applied undiluted.

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    123 of 131 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jon from Hendersonville Nc
    10/02/2013
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    How to kill wild violets in fescue without killing the grass, will Crossbow work for this?
    Can I use Crossbow to kill wild violets in fescue grass without harming the grass? And how many application cycles are necessary to do the job?
    A
    Crossbow is not supposed to harm established grasses and should pose no threat on your Fescue grass according to the manufacturer.  This being said, we always recommend treating a small area first to test the results as the product is only labeled to be applied on rangeland and permanent grass pastures but not to residential lawns.  As long as your grass is not stressed by drought and it is healthy the grass will not be harmed.  For applying over grasses you need to make sure you apply at the recommended levels on the product label.
    We do carry Fertilome Weed Free Zone and it is labeled for wild violet and for use in Fescue lawns.  This product is labeled to be applied to residential lawns and is a little more cost effective as well.
     Crossbow is not supposed to harm established grasses and should pose no threat on your Bermuda grass according to the manufacturer.  This being said, we always recommend treating a small area first to test the results.  As long as your grass is not stressed by drought and it is healthy the grass will not be harmed - See more at: http://www.domyownpestcontrol.com/crossbow-herbicide-p-1514.html#sthash.nPi2OXAN.dpuf
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    98 of 102 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jafo from Norman , Ok
    08/23/2013
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    What is the mixing rate for Crossbow Specialty Herbicide - 2, 4-D & Triclopyr?
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    The mixing rate of Crossbow Specialty Herbicide - 2, 4-D & Triclopyr is 1 1/3 fl oz Crossbow Specialty Herbicide - 2, 4-D & Triclopyr into one gallon of water. Please refer to the product label for application instructions.
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    77 of 82 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Joe from Hampton, Tennessee
    06/13/2016
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    Is Crossbow Specialty Herbicide harmful to cattle?
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    Cattle (as well as all other animals and people) should be kept out of the area during application of Crossbow Specialty Herbicide, but they can safely return once the area has thoroughly dried.  Per the product label, "Except for lactating dairy animals, there are no grazing restrictions following application of this product." 

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    47 of 50 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Hugh from Coeur D'alene, Idaho
    05/19/2015
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    Crossbow Specialty Herbicide - 2, 4-D & Triclopyr mixing ratio?
    the label on the container has been ripped off and I didn't write down the mixing ratio............
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    The mixing rate of Crossbow Specialty Herbicide - 2, 4-D & Triclopyr is 1 1/3 fl oz Crossbow Specialty Herbicide - 2, 4-D & Triclopyr into one gallon of water. Please refer to the product label for application instructions.
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    42 of 45 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Kreg from Houston, Texas
    04/09/2014
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    Will Crossbow Specialty Herbicide - 2, 4-D & Triclopyr kill Johnson grass if spray directly on the grass, also do I need to add a surfactant to the mixture
    A

    Crossbow Specialty Herbicide - 2, 4-D & Triclopyr is not labeled for grassy weeds like Johnsongrass, but for brushy type weeds. We would recommend using a product like TVC Total Vegetation Control. TVC is labeled for grassy weeds like Johnson grass. Please be aware this is a vegetation mgmt product and will kill any grass you apply it to. Using a surfactant will always help the herbicide to adhere to weed leaves with some herbicides but the Crossbow product label only mentions adding a surfactant for certain situations when tank mixing with liquid nitrogen, so in general one is not added.

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    22 of 25 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Mark from Salem, Oh
    08/22/2014
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    Will Crossbow Specialty Herbicide kill creeping charlie?
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    Crossbow Specialty Herbicide is labeled for creeping charlie aka ground ivy when used as directed on the product label.

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    20 of 23 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Craig from Grants Pass, Oregon
    07/03/2018
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    Can Crossbow be applied in 90 degree weather?
    The weather is getting hot and I was wondering if I could spray in 80 to 90
    A

    Crossbow Specialty Herbicide - 2, 4-D & Triclopyr can be applied in weather up to 85 degrees.  If temperatures in your area are already above that we would suggest making your application earlier in the morning or later in the evening once the sun is going down. 

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    20 of 20 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Scott from Dallas
    03/02/2018
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    Can I use Crossbow Specialty near (10 foot) an established pecan tree without harm to the tree?
    The trees have not started to leaf yet and nuts will not start to develop for at least 3 months.
    A

    Crossbow Specialty Herbicide - 2, 4-D & Triclopyr can be used but keep applications outside of the dripline of desirable plants.  Meaning where the branches extend out to.

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    14 of 15 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Craig
    09/07/2017
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    What is the difference between Crossbow Specialty Herbicide and Helena Chemical's Crossbow Herbicide?
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    Crossbow Herbicide and Crossbow Specialty Herbicide have the same active ingredients in the same percentages.  They are both used in the same way and will treat the same weeds.  They are just manufactured by different companies. 

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    13 of 14 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Austin from North Carolina
    02/28/2017
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    Will I be able to plant a garden after spraying Crossbow Specialty Herbicide - 2, 4-D & Triclopyr for ground ivy?
    How long would I have to wait before I can plant a vegetable garden in the area I have sprayed for ground ivy?
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    Crossbow Specialty Herbicide - 2, 4-D & Triclopyr can remain in the soil for up to 1 year so after that time it would be ok to plant edibles in the area.

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    12 of 13 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Hans from Jamestown, Ri
    07/27/2016
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    How do I kill Ailanthus altissima, Tree of Heaven, Ghetto Palm?
    It wont die, propagates through suckers and seed pods. I am ready to try TVC to see if that will kill it, glyphosphate like Roundup only makes the leaves fall off and they sprout again shortly after. They are coming up all over my lawn and I am considering just making it a rock garden. Is there anything I can use to kill it that will allow me to (eventually) grow a lawn?
    A

    Tree of Heaven is an invasive species that can require chemical and cultural methods to control completely. You will probably need to cut a treat the stumps directly with a product like Crossbow Specialty Herbicide for best results. This article from the PennState Extension service has more information about this difficult tree.

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    12 of 17 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jafo from Norman , Ok
    07/10/2016
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    Is Crossbow labeled to kill sumac?
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    Yes, Crossbow Specialty Herbicide is labeled to eradicate sumac. Per label instructions, it is applied at 1.5 gallons per acre broadcast application or 1 to 1.5% mixtures for high volume foliar applications.

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    11 of 13 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Al from United States
    05/18/2015
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    What is best product for eliminating rampant poison ivy from wooded lot?
    Want to eliminate widespread poison ivy from acre lot... Its every where & growing up the trees. no grass, no lawn no crops no flowers or other plants to worry about. Wondering whether the two ingredient but less concentrated CROSSBOW is better than the more concentrated triclopyr? thank you for your help.
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    You can certainly use Crossbow Specialty to treat for Poison Ivy. 1.5 gallons per acre broadcast application or 1 to 1.5% mixtures
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    9 of 10 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Arne from Waterville, Mn
    09/07/2018
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    How to use Crossbow Specialty Herbicide - 2, 4-D & Triclopyr on Wild Grape vines?
    Will this kill the plant and stop the regrowth. Is there any special instructions to kill these vines?
    A

    Crossbow Specialty Herbicide - 2, 4-D & Triclopyr will kill the wild grape vines it is applied to and stop the growth.  To control broadleaf weeds in small areas with a hand sprayer, use 4 to 6 fl oz of Crossbow in 3 gallons of water and spray to thoroughly wet all foliage

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  • Asked by Chris from Georgia
    04/30/2017
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    Is there anything I can spray for sweet gum trees and not kill the pine trees?
    I'm trying to rid my pines of sweet gum trees. The pines just had there first thinning. The sweet gums are 10 ft and at the most 2 to 3 inches in diameter
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    In order to kill a tree that size, you would get the best results cutting the tree down to a stump and treating the fresh cut stump directly. If the trunk diameter is less than 6-8 inches, then you could potentially do a basal bark treatment with Crossbow Specialty Herbicide. You would mix 1.25 to 5 ounces per gallon of solution, mixing in diesel No. 1 or 2 or kerosene, then spraying the basal part of the tree up to a height of 15-20 inches off the ground. If you do not need this much product, then could also use Fertilome Brush Killer and Stump Killer.

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    7 of 8 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Gary from Va
    06/23/2019
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    How to apply Crossbow Specialty Herbicide to kill invasive bamboo?
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    Crossbow Specialty Herbicide - 2, 4-D & Triclopyr will kill bamboo if the bamboo is cut down and it is applied undiluted.

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    7 of 7 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Paulina from St. Petersburg, Fl
    03/03/2016
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    Can I use Crossbow Specialty Herbicide to treat Brazilian pepper tree for basal bark and stump treatments?
    I also live near the ocean so am a little weary to use this. Would glyphosate like Rodeo be a better option possibly? I believe I could only use it for stump treatment. Lastly, how long after treatment of the tree and/or stump (I have thicker and thinner trees) could I plant vegetables in the area- I want to cut these invasives down and put raised garden beds down in that area. Thank you!
    A

    Control of Brazilian Pepper Tree can be tricky, and which herbicide is best will depend on the time of year and method that you are using. Something like Rodeo Herbicide (glyphosate) will likely only work on seedlings, and may take several weeks to kill the young plants. Crossbow Specialty Herbicide can be used for basal bark treatments in general, however the product label does not specifically list Brazilian pepper tree as a plant that it controls. This article from your Florida State Extension offers the most detailed recommendations for treating this invasive plant. They recommend using Triclopyr Ester for basal bark treatments, which we carry in Hi-Yield Turflon Ester Ultra or Garlon 4 Herbicide. Usually direct stump treatments offer the fastest control, however this is best done when the trees are not fruiting since seeds may be scattered and start new plants.

     

    Triclopyr should not be applied directly to water or in ways where the product would drift into bodies of water. Since these are post-emergent herbicides only, you could generally safely plant vegetables if you were only treating stumps or doing direct tree treatment two weeks after use. Most folks, however, will want to wait until the target plants have died and been removed.

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    7 of 8 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Rex from Beacon, Ny
    09/26/2019
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    How soon can I plant shrubs in areas treated with Crossbow?
    I'm spraying patches of english ivy and young wisteria, how long should I wait to plant junipers and azaleas in the same soil?
    A

    Crossbow Specialty Herbicide - 2, 4-D & Triclopyr can remain in the soil for up to 1 year.  After that time it would be safe to plant in the area.

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    7 of 9 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Craig from Waynesboro, Pa
    09/19/2017
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    What is the difference between Crossbow Specialty Herbicide and Helena Chemical's Crossbow?
    A

    Crossbow Herbicide and Crossbow Specialty Herbicide have the same active ingredients, percentages, and instructions they are just manufactured by different companies.  They will both kill the same weeds.

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    7 of 7 people found this answer helpful.
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