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Product Highlights
- Superior crabgrass control
- Controls wide range of grassy and broadleaf weeds
- Can be applied as broadcast or spot spray to established labeled turfs or at seeding
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Product Overview
Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer is a powerful post-emergent herbicide designed to deliver fast and effective control of crabgrass and a wide range of grassy and broadleaf weeds. With a propriety, water-based Quinclorac fomula, this professional-grade crabgrass killer herbicide can be used on residential and commercial lawns, golf courses, atheltic fields and more.
Features & Benefits of Drive XLR8 Crabgrass Killer Herbicide:- Unsurpassed crabgrass control
- Improved control on a wide range of grassy and broadleaf weeds
- 30-day residual provides control after application
- Labeled for use on turfgrass lawns, golf courses, sports fields, parks, and more
- Can be applied to established turf or at the time of seeding
For optimal results, Drive XLR8 Crabgrass Killer should be applied with a methylated seed oil (MSO), such as Prime Source Duo Stick Select or Dyneamic surfactant. This increases the absoprtion of the herbicide mixture into the weeds, and helps ensure more even and effective results.
When treating annual grasses such as crabgrass or foxtail, the best control is achieved when Drive XLR8 and an MSO is applied when crabgrass is in the young stage (before the weeds have reached the 2-tiller stage), or as they mature. In the middle stages of growth, the 2-tiller to 4-tiller stage, it may be required to apply a follow-up application to gain full control of the crabgrass.
Drive XLR8 provides unsuprassed crabgrass contol and improved control of torpedograss, kikuyagrass, foxtail, signalgrass, clover, dandelion, black medic and more. This professional-grade postemergent herbicide can be applied as a broadcast or spot spray and provides up to 30 days residual weed control.While many warm-season and cool-season turf types are tolerant to Drive XLR8 Herbicide, including Bermudagrass, Kentucky Bluegrass, Ryegrass, Zoysiagrass, this post-emergent herbicide should NOT be applied to certain susceptible turf types, including St. Augustinegrass, Centipedegrass, and Bentgrass, or in lawns or turfs where desirable clover is present. See the product label for complete information on turf tolerance.
Drive XLR8 herbicide replaces the older Drive 75 DF Herbicide. When compared to Drive 75 DF, the new formulation in Drive XLR8 Crabgrass Killer Herbicide provides faster, more effective weed control, delivers quicker uptake by the plant, and is rain fast quicker (in less than an hour).
For use in California: Biotypes of large and smooth crabgrass in California have shown varied response to Drive XLR8. If control failure occurs following a full or split application, DO NOT reapply Drive XLR8. Change to a herbicide with a different mode of action.
For smaller jobs consider QuinKill Max Crabgrass and Weed Killer which is available in pints and quarts and contains the same active ingredient quinclorac.
See our Crabgrass Treatment Guide for more information on how to kill crabgrass in your lawn.
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Details
Active Ingredient Quinclorac 18.92% Target pests Barnyardgrass, Bindweed, Crabgrass (large & smooth), Clover, Dandelion, Daisy, Dollarweed, Foxtail, Kikuyugrass, Signalgrass, Speedwell, Torpedograss, and others
* See label for complete listFor use in Bermuda grass, Kentucky bluegrass, Buffalo grass, Fescue, Ryegrass, Zoysiagrass
NOT FOR USE ON: St. Augustine, Centipede, Bahiagrass, Bentgrass or Dichondra, Fine fescue unless it is a seed blendApplication 0.5 to 1.45 fl oz per 1,000 sq. ft.
* Use a Surfactant to Increase Effectiveness
* See label for complete application instructionsPet safe Yes, if used as directed on Label Formulation Professional Product
Group 4 HerbicideNOT FOR SALE TO HI
CT, NY (Restricted To Licensed Applicators Only)Shipping Weight 5.06 lbs Manufacturer BASF (Mfg. Number: 59011404) UPC 804338114046 EPA Registration 7969-272 Where should Drive XLR8 Herbicide be used?
Drive XLR8 can be applied post-emergence to residential and nonresidential labeled tolerant turfgrasses to control many broadleaf and grassy weeds in the following sites:- Airports
- Atheltic Fields
- Cemeteries
- Golf Courses
- Grounds or lawns around residential and commercial establishments
- Houses of worship
- Military and other institutions
- Multifamily dwellings
- Parks
- Picnic grounds
- Roadsides
- Schools
- Sod Farms
Tolerance of Turfgrasses to Drive XLR8 Herbicide
Highly Tolerant:
- Bermudagrass, common
- Bluegrass, annual
- Bluegrass, Kentucky
- Buffalograss
- Fescue, tall
- Ryegrass, annual
- Ryegrass, perennial
- Zoysiagrass
Moderately Tolerant:
- Bentgrass, creeping
- Bermudgrass, hybrid
- Bluegrass, rough (Poa trivialis)
- Fescue, fine ( apply only when part of blend)
- Fescue, Chewings
- Fescue, hard
- Fescue, red
- Paspalum, seashore
Susceptible:
- Bahiagrass
- Bentgrass, colonial
- Bengrass, seaside
- Carpetgrass
- Centipedegrass
- Dichondra
- St. Augustinegrass
See label for additional notes on turfgrass tolerance.
How much Drive XLR8 Crabgrass Killer Herbicide do I use in my application to treat 1,000 square feet?
Spot treatment applications can be made by applying 1.45 fl oz of Drive XLR8 Herbicide per 1,000 square feet. Mix with one gallon of water and 0.16 – 0.48 fl oz of MSO. This equates to mixing 3 tablespoons of Drive XLR8 into 1 gallon of water along with 1.5 tablespoons of MSO to treat 1,000 square feet. It is important to not overmix or overtreat the area for optimal results.
How do I mix Drive XLR8 Herbicide?
- Water - Begin by agitating a thoroughly clean sprayer tank 3/4 full of clean water.
- Agitation - Maintain constant agitation throughout mixing and application.
- Inductor - If an inductor is used, rinse it thoroughly after each component has been added.
- Products in PVA bags - Place any product contained in water-soluble PVA bags into the mixing tank. Wait until all water-soluble PVA bags have fully dissolved and the product is evenly mixed in the spray tank before continuing.
- Water-dispersible products (dry flowables, wettable powders, suspension concentrates, or suspo-emulsions)
- Water-soluble products (such as Drive XLR8)
- Emulsifiable concentrates (such as methylated seed oil or crop oil concentrate)
- Water-soluble additives (such as chelated iron or soluble nitrogen fertilizer when applicable; not all chelated iron or sprayable nitrogen fertilizers are compatible with Drive XLR8. Always perform a compatibility test to ensure proper mixing. See Compatibility Test For Mix Components section of label for directions.)
- Remaining quantity of water
- Maintain constant agitation during application
In a backpack sprayer, begin with a clean spray tank. Fill the spray tank 1/2 full with clean water and add the required amount of Drive XLR8 to the sprayer. Cap sprayer and agitate to ensure mixing. Uncap sprayer and add appropriate amount of methylated seed oil. Cap sprayer and agitate once again. Uncap sprayer and finish filling tank to desired level. During application, agitate the mixture on occasion to ensure mixing. If the mixture is allowed to settle for any period of time, thorough agitation is essential before spraying is resumed.
How is Drive XLR8 Herbicide applied?
- Apply Drive XLR8 to actively growing weeds as postemergence broadcast or spot spray using the turfgrass species, rate, and growth stages indicated in Table 1, Table 2, and Table 3 of the product label.
- DO NOT exceed the labeled application rate or fail to comply with use restrictions listed in Restrictions and Limitations.
- For best results, weeds should not be under stress from lack of water, excessive water, low fertility, mowing shock, excessive hot or cold temperatures, or injury from other herbicide applications.
- To achieve consistent weed control, use methylated seed oil (MSO). Refer to Table 2 and Table 3 on the product label for rates.
Mowing Information
- DO NOT mow 2 days before or after applying Drive XLR8 to maximize weed control and minimize potential turfgrass injury.
- Clippings from the first three mowings after application should be left on the treated area.
Irrigation and Rainfall
- If soil moisture is not sufficient prior to Drive XLR8 application, irrigation may improve weed control.
- For best results, DO NOT water or irrigate for 24 hours after application.
- If rainfall does not occur in 2 to 7 days after application, irrigation of at least 1/2 inch is desirable.
Seeding/Overseeding/Sprigging
The use of Drive XLR8 before or after seeding or overseeding a turfgrass area will not significantly interfere with the turfgrass seed germination and growth of those grass types identified as tolerant or moderately tolerant in Table 1 of the product label. See Table 4 of the product label for seeding, overseeding, or sprigging application timing.TIPS
TIPS FOR USE:
Spray coverage should be uniform and complete. It is recommended to not mow two days before or after application. Irrigation may improve weed control, if soil moisture is not sufficient. Drive XLR8 may be tank-mixed with other pre- and postemergent grass herbicides, along with postemergent broadleaf herbicides.
Drive XLR8 for Crabgrass Control can be used as a spot treatment only on problem areas of crabgrass.
Drive XLR8 Herbicide should not be used in temperatures above 80-85 degrees Fahrenheit to reduce the potential for leaf burn on desirable turf grass.
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Top Reviews
over priced roundup
By Ken on 09/05/2011
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I learned the hard way, tried to spray this on crabgrass in a st. Augustine lawn and works like roundup, killed everything it touched. Please bring back asulox somebody...
Expert response:
This product specifically says to not apply to St. Augustine grass, which is why it killed it. St. Augustine cannot handle a product like Drive XLR8.
Excellent stuff
By Dan on 08/24/2011
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I have for years been wrestling with various different varieties of late summer crab grasses in the lawns that I manage, even after high quality pre-emergent and several OTC post-emergent herbicide tr…
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By Anonymous on 08/28/2013
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In the past I had a lawn control company and have more crabgrass now than ever it seems like. I could have called and they would send someone out to kill everything but I don't like that so I let the …
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330 Questions & Answers
Helpful Q&A'sQHow much do I need to mix with a 2 gal tank? The directions say to mix 1.45 oz of Drive to treat 1000 feet.Does this mean I need 2.9 oz for a 2 gallon tank. I've gotten conflicting information on how much 2 gallons will treat. Thanks.AThe first thing you need to know when using an herbicide such as Drive XLR8 Herbicide is that the exact amount of water you dilute it with is not important. It is only important to make sure you ar…
Read Full Answer »The first thing you need to know when using an herbicide such as Drive XLR8 Herbicide is that the exact amount of water you dilute it with is not important. It is only important to make sure you are using the correct amount of product per 1,000 sq ft of lawn. Use too much and you risk damaging your lawn, use too little and you will not get adequate results. You will need to use 1.45 oz per 1,000 sq ft . To decide how much water you want to use, you should mark a 1,000 sq ft area, fill your sprayer with water ONLY, and start walking and spraying just as if you were doing the actual application of herbicide. When you are done walking and spraying the 1,000 sq ft area note how much water it took you to spray that area, and that is the amount you will want to mix 1.45 oz of product with for each 1,000 sq ft area that needs to be treated. You will need to make sure treated areas are irrigated with at least 1/2 inch of water (either by rainfall or by sprinkler) following the application.QWhat ratio do you use to mix the Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer and the methylated seed oil?AThe mixing ratio for Drive XLR8 is 1.45 oz. per gallon of water. The mixing ratio of DyneAmic Surfactant is 1-2 teaspoons of per gallon of water.
QCan I tank mix Drive XLR8 with 2,4-D with Trimec?APer the Drive XLR8 product label it is labeled to be tank mixed with 2, 4-D, triclopyr, or other broadleaf herbicides to increase spectrum of control.
