The product label states: "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."
As long as your turf is not under stress from drought, you would not need to water before application.
When using Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer we recommend using a surfactant, and so does the manufacturer on the product label. They recommend using a methylated seed oil, and our recommendation for that is Prime Source Duo Stick.
Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer can be mixed at a rate of approx. 10 oz per 25 gallons water.
You would dilute approx. Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer per 14 gallons water. You would add into that approx. 8 tsp. of surfactant.
You can let your child re-enter the Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer after the treated area has dried. This can take at least 2 hours.
The mixing ratio for Drive XLR8 is 1.45 fl oz + 1-2 teaspoons of DyneAmic Surfactant per gallon of water and this should be applied over 1,000 sq ft.
Yes, Drive XLR8 Herbicide is safe for use on tall fescue. It is labeled for lawn use only, not for use on any ornamentals.
Drive XLR8 Herbicide is not labeled for use in St. Augustine grass. It will kill your lawn.
We would recommend using Blindside Herbicide WDG. It is safe for use in St. Augustine grass and will eliminate actively growing crabgrass. You will use 0.15 - 0.23 oz. per 1,000 sq. ft.
We do have a post-emergent product that can be used in your lawn for clover. Depending on the type of fescue you have, this product can be used at the time of seeding. Drive XLR8 Herbicide is a very good product that is labeled for clover, as well as various other types of broadleaf weeds. It is safe for use in fescue as well. If you are overseeding with fine fescue, it is recommended that you use Drive XLR8 at least 7 days before seeding or 28 days after emergence of the new seed. If you are overseeding with tall fescue, Drive XLR8 can be used at any time. We do recommend using an MSO surfactant with this product as well. Please check the label with regards to this.
A pre-emergent can be used at the same time as a post emergent. Prodiamine 65 WDG is a very good option. It will prevent many broadleaf and grassy weeds from emerging. This should be done when the soil temperature reaches 55 degrees Fahrenheit. In southern states, individuals should be using this product in late February or early to mid March depending on the soil temperature.
We would also recommend checking out our Warm Season Lawn Schedule as well. This gives very good information on when to fertilize, use pre-emergents, etc. in your lawn.
Yes Drive XLR8 Herbicide controls crabgrass and many broadleaf weeds such as clover, dandelion, foxtail, wild violet and many others. Please see the product label for a full list of weeds controlled.
Drive XLR8 is not labeled to control poa annua. Monument 75WG would be a better option.
Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer could be mixed with Resolute 65 WDG as long as you follow the instructions on both product labels. However, if you are already seeing weeds it is too late for any pre-emergent to be effective.
Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer is not specifically labeled for creeping charlie. We do carry products that are effective for eradication. Please check out Ferti-Lome Weed Out with Crabgrass Killer. It is labeled for established cool and warm season lawns. Please refer to the product label for specific mixing and application instructions for your turfgrass.
There is no time restriction for seeding bermudagrass after applying Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer per the product label. It can take 6 weeks to kill weeds so it would be recommended to wait that long to aerate so the weeds can absorb the product fully.
Yes, you can use 63 oz of Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer in 20 gallons of water to cover 1 acre and not need to refil your tank. That is how the product label states to use.
Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer is not labeled to kill barley or sedge on its own. Per the label, when treating for sedge it is recommended to use an additional herbicide like Basagran T/O Herbicide.
After applying Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer, it is recommended that you wait at least two days before mowing.
You could use any non-ionic surfactant with Drive XLR8 Herbicide, however the manufacturer recommends to use a methylated seed oil (MSO) surfactant for best results with this active ingredient. Prime Source Duo Stick is an MSO surfactant that would work well with this herbicide.
Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer is labeled to control dollarweed but cannot be used in St. Augustine lawns.
Speedzone Southern is labeled for Dollarweed and for use on St Augustine grass. According to the Speedzone Southern product label: The turf tolerance to this product may vary and temporary turf grass yellowing may occur on St Augustine. Do not apply Speedzone Southern to Floratam, Bitterblue or other improved species of St Augustine. Do not broadcast or spot spray St Augustine during the fall to winter transition or if temperatures are expected to fall below 40F within 10 days of the application.
Please take a few moments to read through the product label completely for full instructions and other precautions.
Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer has a three year shelf life from the date of purchase if stored in a cool, dry place away from extreme temperatures. Once mixed with water and surfactant it should be used within 24 hours of mixing.
