Per the Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide product label for broadleaf weed control on cool season grass you would use 1.2 to 1.5 oz. per 0.5 to 6 gallons of water per 1,000 sq. ft.
Steps in Calibration:
1. Mark an area of 1,000 square feet (i.e. 20 by 50 feet, or 25 by 40 feet).
2. Place the sprayer on a level surface and add water noting the final level of water in thespray tank.
3. Spray the marked area with a sufficient volume of water to provide uniform coverage. Refill the sprayer to the same level as before measuring the amount of water added. The measured water added to the sprayer is the volume needed to cover 1,000 square feet.
4. Determine the application rate (fl oz/1000 sq ft) for the product from the “General Application” section of the label.
5. To each volume of water used, as measured in step 3, add the amount of product determined in step 4.
Example:
If the sprayer used 2 gallons of water to cover 1,000 square feet and the desired application rate of product 1.5 fluid oz/1,000 square feet, then you would add 1.5 fluid ounces to every 2 gallons of water to be used.
Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide is pet safe if used as directed. Pets and people must be kept away from the area being treated while the product is being applied and until everything is fully dry.
When using Gordons Trimex Classic Broadleaf Herbicide you would need to wait until the product dries completely before letting any pets back into the area, Please let us know if we can be of any more assistance.
It is recommended to mow 3 days before Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide application and then you can mow 3 days after application.
Once Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide with water you need to use the mixed solution within 24 hours. If left standing in the sprayer, it would become less effective after that point and could also damage your sprayer.
Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide has a shelf life of 2-3 years if stored at room temperature.
Yes, Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide is labeled to kill creeping charlie, also known as ground ivy. We recommend to read over the product label to make sure your turf type will tolerate a treatment with this product.
Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide can be applied when temps are between 60-75 degrees at time of application. Works best when applied when temps reach that point for at least a few days consecutively.
When treating with Trimec Classic the amount of water can vary between 0.5 to 6 gallons per 1000 sq. ft. Using between 0.75 to 1.5 of Trimec Classic per 1000 sq. ft. is the most important measurement to worry about. The steps below will allow you to estimate the amount of product and water needed for the area that you want to treat.
Steps in Calibration:
1. Mark an area of 1,000 square feet (i.e. 20 by 50 feet, or 25 by 40 feet).
2. Place the sprayer on a level surface and add water noting the final level of water in the
spray tank.
3. Spray the marked area with a sufficient volume of water to provide uniform coverage.
Refill the sprayer to the same level as before measuring the amount of water added. The
measured water added to the sprayer is the volume needed to cover 1,000 square feet.
4. Determine the application rate (fl oz/1000 sq ft) for the product from the “Approved Uses” section of this label.
5. To each volume of water used, as measured in step 3, add the amount of product
determined in step 4.
Example:
If the sprayer used 2 gallons of water to cover 1,000 square feet and the desired
application rate of product is 3 fluid oz/1,000 square feet, then you would add 3 fluid
ounces to every 2 gallons of water to be used.
Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide is safe around pets and children if used as directed. It is recommended that you keep pets and children out of the area untilt the product has dried completely. Once the product has dried, it is safe for everyone to return to the area. This is between 1-2 hours.
You can apply Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide at any time the target weeds are actively growing and when temperatures are between 65-85 degrees.
Gordons Trimec would be a great option for you. Treats for clover and other weeds while not harming Bahia when applied per label.
A surfactant is not required when using Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide. However, you can use one in order to increase the effectiveness of the product and help it adhere to plants more effectively.
When using Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide there is no wait time to use a fertilizer.
It is not recommended to use any type of dish soap in place of an actual surfactant when applying a product such as Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide. This is because dish soaps can be ionic which can react with the chemical in herbicides, it also can leave a sticky residue, and most soaps have a degreaser in them that can burn your grass. Also according to the product label, a surfactant is not listed as needed when using this product.
No, Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide is a post-emergent product. This will only kill what is already emerged out of the ground.
Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide is limited to 2 applications a year with a minimum of 30 days between applications.
There should be no problem mixing Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide and Dimension 2EW Herbicide. Be sure to do a small tank mixture first before mixing them together in a larger quantity. This will be to ensure there is no clumping and/or problems mixing the products together.
