Timing when applying Ferti-Lome Broadleaf Weed Control with Gallery will vary depending on the target weeds as it must be applied before they germinate.
Please contact your local cooperative extension office to determine the correct timing of the application as this will vary greatly from region to region as well. You can apply a post emergent herbicide at the same time for control of anything actively growinng.
Yes, Ferti-Lome Broadleaf Weed Control with Gallery is labeled to be used in ornamental areas. Just be sure to water in well to get down past the rocks to the soil
Ferti-Lome Broadleaf Weed Control with Gallery is an herbicide for preemergent control of broadleaf weeds in both warm season and cool season turf and ornamentals. For best results this product should be applied in early spring between February and May, or late summer / early fall between August and November, before weed seeds begin to germinate. Please refer to our Warm Season Lawn Care Schedule for more detailed information on maintaining your St. Augustine Grass. You may also contact your local cooperative extension office to determine the correct timing of the application as this will vary greatly from region to region.
The product label of Ferti-Lome Broadleaf Weed Control with Gallery does not state a specific setting for your spreader. Please take a moment to watch our How to Use a Spreader - Correct Lawn Spreader Settings video for instructions on how to calibrate your spreader setting on your own. You may also try using the Scotts Spreader Tool to help find the correct setting, or you may reach out to the manufacturer of your spreader (Scotts) at (888) 270-3714 for more information.
Due to how many thousands of different spreader types and granulated products such as Ferti-Lome Broadleaf Weed Control with Gallery there are on the market, there are no master lists that allow us to know the spreader settings for each individual spreader and product used. The best thing to do to make sure you get the results you need from the product is to place the amount for 1000 sq/ft into your spreader and choose a setting somewhere in the middle or a notch or two below that. Walk a 1000 sq/ft area and note how much is being dispersed as you go. If you find the product is being put out too quickly and you feel you will run out before you cover the whole area, you can move the setting to a smaller option. If the opposite is happening and you find you have lots of product still in your spreader after you've covered 1000 sq/ft, you can move the setting up to release more product at a time. We also have a handy video showing how to calibrate your spreader.
Unfortunately, we do not have the spreader settings for that specific combo and the manufacturer does not list that spreader on their bag of Ferti-Lome Broadleaf Weed Control with Gallery. Due to there being thousands of granules on the market and just as many different types of spreaders, you will want to calibrate your spreader to the product you are using and its application rates. You can see a short video on how to accomplish this below.
How to Calibrate your Spreader
Ferti-Lome Broadleaf Weed Control with Gallery is not labeled to prevent puncturevine. Pendulum 2G Granular Herbicide or Monterey Weed Impede would be better options to prevent puncturevine.
Ferti-Lome Broadleaf Weed Control with Gallery would be a great option for pre emergent control of spotted spurge, broadleaf weeds an annual grassy weeds. For Spotted Spurge, apply at the rate of 4.6 to 5.7 lb per 1000 sq ft. Please view the full product label for more information.
Pre emergent herbicides can help prevent spotted spurge outbreaks if you apply them in late winter before weed seeds germinate. Time the application, so it occurs before the soil temperature exceeds 55° to 60°F at a depth of 1 inch.
Mowing should be delayed 2 days before or 2 days after the application for best results.
