The mixing ratios will vary according to where you are treating and what you are treating for. According to the Hi-Yield 2, 4-D Selective Weed Killer product label, "For spot treatment in non-crop areas: Use 1 pint in 3 gallons of water or 4 oz. in 3/4 gallon in a hand sprayer. In pastures and range land: Use 3 to 4 oz. in 1 to 3 gallons of water per 1,000 sq. ft. On Ornamental Turf: Use 16 oz. in 1 to 8 gallons of water per 2,725 sq. ft. or 2 gallons in 15 to 50 gallons per acre. Please review the product label for complete usage instructions.
For Spot treatment using Hi-Yield 2, 4-D Selective Weed Killer in non-crop areas: Use 1 pint in 3 gallons of water or 4 oz. in 3/4 gallon in a hand sprayer. In pastures and range land: Use 3 to 4 oz. in 1 to 3 gallons of water per 1,000 sq. ft. On Ornamental Turf: Use 16 oz. in 1 to 8 gallons of water per 2,725 sq. ft. or 2 gallons in 15 to 50 gallons per acre. Please review the product label for complete usage instructions.
Hi-Yield 2, 4-D Selective Weed Killer is not labeled to treat for Crabgrass. Depending on what type of turf grass you have, we recommend to Drive for Crabgrass control.
Applying Hi-Yield 2, 4-D Selective Weed Killer could potentially harm desired turf and lawns if applied when temps reach above 80 degrees.
Like most herbicides, Hi-Yield 2,4-D Selective Weed Killer should not be applied when temperatures exceed 85 degrees. Apply early in the morning or in the evening so that the product will be dry by the time temperatures exceed this range.
Per the product label for Hi-Yield 2, 4-D Selective Weed Killer: "Reseeding of lawns should be delayed following treatment. With Spring application, reseed in the Fall. With Fall application, reseed in Spring. You may also consult your local cooperative extension office for advice on the best timing for application and reseeding in your specific area.
Per the product label for Hi-Yield 2, 4-D Selective Weed Killer, it is recommended that you wait until the next growing season to plant anything. For example, if the product was applied in the spring, items can be planted in the fall and vice versa.
Hi-Yield 2, 4-D Selective Weed Killer, like most herbicides, generally is most effective when applied to vigorously growing plants at 65 to 85 degrees. When temperatures are higher than this, weeds can actually start to produce a thicker waxy coating to protect themselves from these hot, dry conditions. Herbicide movement within the plant will then be reduced because of a slower rate of absorption and metabolism within the weed, causing poor weed control. Application herbicides early in the morning after the plants have recovered from the heat of the previous day will provide better weed control than afternoon or evening applications.
The mixing ratios will vary according to where you are treating and what you are treating for. According to the Hi-Yield 2, 4-D Selective Weed Killer product label: In pastures and range land: Use 3 to 4 oz. in 1 to 3 gallons of water per 1,000 sq. ft.
On Ornamental Turf: Use 16 oz. in 1 to 8 gallons of water per 2,725 sq. ft. or 2 gallons in 15 to 50 gallons per acre.
DO NOT apply at wind speed greater than 15 mph or temperatures above 90 degrees F.
So you will be using roughly 30-50 gallons of water and using about 2 gallons of concentrate per Acre.
Yes, Hi-Yield 2, 4-D Selective Weed Killer is labeled for creeping charlie/ground ivy. A fertilizer can be applied at the same time.
Hi-Yield 2, 4-D Selective Weed Killer is pet safe if used as directed. It should be applied when pets are not present. Pets can return to the treated area when all surfaces are completely dry.
Hi-Yield 2, 4-D Selective Weed Killer is labeled for boat applications at the rate of 1 gallon of product to 25 gallons of water per acre. During the growing season, weeds decompose in a 2 to 3 week period following treatment. Begin treatment along the shore and proceed outwards in bands to allow fish to move into untreated areas. Waters having limited and less dense weed infestations may not require partial treatments.Uniform coverage is essential. Avoid submerging plants after treatment. Application should be made when leaves are fully developed above water line and plants are actively growing. Treatment of aquatic weeds can result in oxygen loss from decomposition of dead weeds. This loss can cause fish suffocation. Therefore, to minimize this hazard, treat 1/3 to 1/2 of the water area in a single operation and wait at least 21 days between treatments. Begin treatments along the shore and proceed outwards in bands to allow fish to move into untreated areas. The maximum rate per broadcast application is 4.7 gallons per surface acre, limited to applications is 2 per year. Do not make a broadcast application within 21 days of previous broadcast application. Spot treatments are permitted.
Hi-Yield 2, 4-D Selective Weed Killer can take up to two weeks for complete burn down depending on type of mix rate and application.
The product label does not mention the requirement of a surfactant when applying Hi-Yield 2, 4-D Selective Weed Killer. unless treating specifically for southern wild rose. Per the product label: Adding oil, wetting agent, or other surfactant to the spray may increase effectiveness on weeds but also may reduce selectivity to crops resulting in crop damage.
Hi-Yield 2, 4-D Selective Weed Killer is labeled to control creeping charlie or ground ivy, however you may have faster results using a combination product such Fertilome Weed Free Zone.
Per the product label for Hi-Yield 2, 4-D Selective Weed Killer: This pesticide may be toxic to fish and aquatic invertebrates. Do not apply directly to water, to areas where surface water is present, or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Drift and runoff may be hazardous to aquatic organisms in water adjacent to treated areas. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment wash waters or rinsate.
Hi Yield 2, 4-D is not safe to be used on sensitive grasses such as Zoysia, Centipede and St. Augustine. 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.
Hi-Yield 2, 4-D Selective Weed Killer is not safe to use on sensitive grass such as St. Augustine. We would recommend using Fertilome Weed-Out Lawn Weed Killer with Trimec which is labeled for Virginia Buttonwood and can be applied to St. Augustine Grass.
You will need to keep all pets and children out of the area while you treat using Hi-Yled 2,4-D Selective Weed Killer and until all plant surfaces have dried completely (1-2 hours at most), Once dry it is completely safe for pets to return to the yard and resume normal activity.
