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  • Asked by Frank from Jacksonville, Fl
    06/22/2019
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    Is Monterey Spurge Power good for spurge control in St Augustine grass?
    I see Spurge Power works as a post-emergent treatment but understand it will injure St Augustine grass. I also see other products but would like your recommendation. I'm in northeast Florida and temps are in the upper 89s to low 90s right now. Thank you.
    A

    Spurge Power is labeled to be used on St. Augustine grass. Per the product label, they do not recommend broadcasting this product when air temperatures are over 80 degrees F. They recommend only spot treating when temperatures are over 80 degrees F. If temperatur…

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  • Asked by Victor from Cut Bank
    08/22/2019
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    Does Monterey Spurge Power kill knapweed to the roots?
    A

    Monterey Spurge Power is not labeled to control knapweed.  Prime Source Triad QC Select would be a better option to kill it.

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  • Asked by Geoffrey from Fl
    08/06/2019
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    Is Monterey Spurge Power safe to use on St. Augustine grass?
    A

    Yes, Monterey Spurge Power can be used on St. Augustine grass. Per the product label, they do not recommend broadcasting this product when air temperatures are over 80 degrees F. They recommend only spot treating when temperatures are over 80 degrees F. If temperatures e…

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  • Asked by Cyndy from Greenwood, In
    02/19/2022
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    Can I apply Monterey Spurge Power at the same time or shortly after applying a spring boost using Scott's Weed and Feed?
    I'd like to give our lawn a spring boost with Scott's Spring Weed and Feed in March/April. Is it safe to follow up with Spurge Power a few weeks later?
    A

    Monterey Spurge Power is a post emergent that should be applied when weeds are actively growing and would not interfere with an application Scotts Weed and Feed application as long as you do not exceed the application rate per label.  For precaution, we typically suggest waiting 7 days between …

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  • Asked by Gary from Dallas, Tx
    01/17/2021
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    Which pre-emergent to go along with Monterey Spurge Power for a North TX based Bermuda lawn?
    Oxalis (yellow) and Spurge are the problem weeds in my Bermuda lawn. I understand Monterey Spurge Power would work as a good potential post-emergent? But which pre-emergent should I go with to control oxalis and spurge.
    A

    Dimension 2EW or any other product that contains Dithiopyr is great to use in the spring and will prevent both oxalis and spurge when used as directed on the label and application timed to before they germinate. 
    You may contact your local cooperative extension office to determine the correct t
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  • Asked by Daniel from Whittier
    02/22/2024
    Q
    Spurge power and Prodiamine 65WG
    Can I add spurge power now and add the Prodiamine weeks late ?
    A

    Timing is very important when applying pre emergent products such as Prodiamine 65 WDG so you want to be sure to apply before the weeds germinate. For the best timing on when to apply both products in your specific region, we would recommend contacting your Master Gardener at your local cooperative …

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  • Asked by Pat from Honolulu, Hi
    10/15/2022
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    Can Monterey Spurge Power be used with centipede and el toro grasses?
    A

    Monterey Spurge Power can be applied to listed and warm and cool season species only as directed. Avoid applications to Centipede and St. Augustine unless injury can be tolerated. Avoid applications to unlisted turf species.

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  • Asked by Richard from Fredericksburg, Tx
    10/01/2022
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    Can Monterey Spurge Power be safely used on Buffalograss?
    A

    No, Monterey Spurge Power does not list buffalograss as tolerable species on the product label.

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  • Asked by Kathy from Ca
    09/24/2022
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    Does Monterey Spurge Power kill the spurge seeds?
    A

    Monterey Spurge Power targets actively growing spurge as directed. It does not contain a pre-emergent to prevent germination.

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  • Asked by Jason
    09/19/2022
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    Is Monterey Spurge Power safe for Centipede lawns?
    A

    Monterey Spurge Power states on the product label to avoid applications to centipede grass unless injury to lawn can be tolerated. Please refer to page 2 of the product label for complete instructions.

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  • Asked by Gary from Summerhill Pa
    08/30/2022
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    Can Monterey Spurge Power be applied to a newly seeded cool season lawn?
    A

    Monterey Spurge Power should not be applied to newly seeded areas until the new grass has become established with a good root system, and been mowed at least 2-3 times to tolerate a chemical treatment.  Please view the product label for more information. 

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  • Asked by Cari from Nv
    08/12/2022
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    Is it safe to spray Monterey Spurge Power without damaging the suckers?
    A

    You should avoid applications of Monterey Spurge Power to desired trees, ornamentals, shrubs, flowers and vegetables. It is labeled for controlling clover in established lawns as directed on the label.

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  • Asked by Charles from Richmond, Virginia
    02/22/2021
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    Is Monterey Spurge Power labeled for strawberries?
    A

    No, Monterey Spurge Power is not labeled for wild strawberry. We would recommend Surge Broadleaf Herbicide for Turf as it is labeled for wild strawberry. Please review the product label for application rates to treat wild strawberry. 



     



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  • Asked by R from La
    07/28/2022
    Q
    When is the best time to apply Monterey Spurge Power?
    I have Bermuda will it make the grass brown as it kill spurge?
    A

    Monterey Spurge Power should be applied when the targeted weed is young and actively growing (and temperatures are above 55 degrees). Ester formulations work better in the cooler temperatures. For Bermuda, apply at the rate of 1.0 to 1.25 fl. oz. in 2 gallons to 5 gallons of water per 1,000 sq. ft. …

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  • Asked by Carol
    07/14/2022
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    Will Monterey Spurge Power kill existing spurge?
    A

    Yes, Monterey Spurge Power is labeled to control actively growing spurge. Please view the product label for more information. 

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  • Asked by Chet from St George
    07/07/2022
    Q
    Will spurge kil crabgrass in lawn?
    A

    Monterey Spurge Power is not labeled to control crabgrass. If you let us know your grass type, we would be glad to recommend something else. 

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  • Asked by Meredith from St. Louis, Mo
    06/04/2022
    Q
    After applying Monterey Spurge Power and the weeds are dead, should we dig those up before planting in 4 weeks?
    Once the wild violets and other weeds are presumably dead, so I need to dig them up? Till the soil? What do I need to do to “clean up” the area before I start planting things such as hostas and azaleas in that area? I know to wait 4 weeks after application before planting. Just curious on what to do after they're dead.
    A

    Yes, it would be recommended to manually remove any dead weeds from the application of Monterey Spurge Power to allow room for new desirable plants to grow. Tilling the soil will help loosen it up and encourage proper drainage in the future.  Please review the product label for more informati…

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  • Asked by Fred from La Mesa
    11/21/2021
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    Should Monterey Spurge Power be used to treat spurge in my bermuda lawn as a spot spray or broadcast application over the entire lawn?
    It is November and the bermuda is still green in San Diego, can this still be used and should I use it a the lower concentration rate.
    A

    Monterey Spurge Power can be used as a spot spray or broadcast application to treat spurge in bermuda lawns. Per the product label, for warm season turfgrasses actively growing the lower rates are recommended. When warm season turfgrass is completely dormant, the higher rates can be used. Avoid ap…

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  • Asked by Stephen from N Syracuse
    11/10/2021
    Q
    Is now (November) too late in the season to treat for creeping charilie with Monterey Spurge Power?
    A

    Monterey Spurge Power should be applied to actively growing weeds. You would want to apply when soil temps reach 55 degrees and air temps are not over 80 degrees. Please review the product label for more information. 

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  • Asked by Lori from Ma
    04/09/2021
    Q
    How can I open the Monterey Spurge Power cap?
    A

    Monterey Spurge Power will open by pushing down on the cap and turning at the same time. If it is not working, please contact the manufacturer, Monterey Lawn and Garden Products, at 559-499-2100 to get further assistance. 

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