Yes, MSM Turf Herbicide would a good option for eliminating the rest of your overseeded rye and any winter weeds that may be emerging in order to allow the bermudgrass in your yard to thrive. If the bermuda is dormant you can go ahead and treat now. You would use between 0.5 to 1 oz per acre for rye control in bermuda. This comes out to about 0.0227 oz per 1000 sq/ft in 1-2 gallons of water.
Dependent upon what type of sod grass you are treating, the manufacturers label for the MSM Turf Herbicide states:
Bahiagrass Control: For the selective control of Bahiagrass in Bermudagrass turf, use 0.25 to 0.75 oz of MSM Turf Herbicide per acre. Use the higher rates of the range on Argentine, Common and Paraguayan Bahiagrass. Apply a repeat treatment in 4 to 6 weeks if necessary. Some chlorosis or stunting of the Bermudagrass may occur following the application.
You will need to calibrate your sprayer to see how many gallons of water are being put out per every 1000 square feet, so you can calculate how many total gallons will need to be used per acre. That way you will know how much MSM Turf Herbicide to use per 100 gallons of water.
MSM Turf Herbicide should not be applied in cold temperatures or when the turf is in transition.
MSM Turf Herbicide should not be applied if the grass is saturated or if there is standing water at the time of application. If the grass is damp from recent rainfall or even heavy dew it will not alter the efficacy of the MSM and you can apply it per the label instructions.
We recommend that you consult with the MSM Turf Herbicide manufacturer directly for further assistance. Quali-Pro can be reached at (800) 242-5562.
Unfortunately, there is no easy way to measure Quali-Pro MSM Turf Herbicide to make a 1 gallon solution. Per the manufacturer, their recommended rate to use for spot applications is of 0.1 oz per 4 gallons of water, which can be easily measured with their measuring device provided.
On St. Augustine grass, you will use 0.25 – 1.0 oz of MSM Turf Herbicide per Acre (0.125 – 0.5 oz per ½ Acre), depending on the specific weeds you are targeting per the product label. This should be applied in sufficient water, usually at least 1 gallon of water per 1000 sq ft you are treating.
You should not mow 2-3 days before or after the application of MSM Turf Herbicide so that the turf is not stressed.
Quali-Pro MSM Turf Herbicide is best applied when rain is not expected within 24 hours after application. Since it rained hard during and afer your application, it has more than likely washed away the herbicide you just sprayed on. I would wait a day or 2 before reapplying just to be sure you don’t see any effects of the product in your lawn to ensure the product was completely washed away to reduce the risk of burn.
Per the product label, some chlorosis or stunting of the turfgrass may occur following application of MSM Turf Herbicide at the correct rate. 1 oz. is the rate for covering an entire acre. If applied to an area smaller than an acre at that rate, yes, it can harm your lawn. Per the manufacturer, their recommended rate to use for spot applications is of 0.1 oz per 4 gallons of water, which can be easily measured with their measuring device provided.
According to the MSM Turf Herbicide product label there are no grazing or haying restrictions. However, coveralls and shoes plus socks must be worn if cutting within 4 hours of treatment.
MSM Turf Herbicide is not labeled to treat quackgrass. Unfortunately, we do not currently carry any products that are labeled for quackgrass that are safe for use in your Kentucky Blue grass. We would recommend spot treating with something like Roundup QuikPRO and reseeding the areas. Becareful to avoid getting the product on desirable grass. If most of the lawn has been affected by quackgrass, the only sure fire way to get rid of it is to spray the entire lawn with Roundup. Spray when the lawn is growing actively, preferably in the spring. The treatment will kill the lawn grass as well as the quackgrass. After about two weeks, you may begin the replanting.
After making an appliciation of MSM Turf Herbicide you need to wait a minimum of 2 months (8 weeks) before seeding, laying new sod or putting in plugs.
Yes, MSM Turf Herbicide is labeled for use on spurge and would be safe to use on bermuda grass.
Quali-Pro MSM Turf Herbicide should only be applied to listed turf areas. Please provide the targeted weeds for an alternate recommendation. Thank you!
The rate for Quali-Pro MSM Turf Herbicide is 0.25 to 1.0 fl oz per acre in 100 gallons of water per the label. It also states Some chlorosis or stunting of the turfgrass may occur following application.
Per the manufacturer, their recommended rate to use for spot applications is of 0.1 oz per 4 gallons of water, which can be easily measured with their measuring device provided.When applying Quali-Pro MSM Turf Herbicide, you want to spray until the full leaf surface is wet but before runoff or pooling on the ground.
You will mix approx. .75oz Quali-Pro MSM Turf Herbicide into 30 gallons water for Bahia control.
Unfortunately, there is no easy way to measure 0.01 oz of Quali-Pro MSM Turf Herbicide to make a 1 gallon solution. Per the manufacturer, their recommended rate to use for spot applications is of 0.1 oz per 4 gallons of water, which can be easily measured with their measuring device provided.
Quali-Pro MSM Turf Herbicide can be used on Centipede lawns but is NOT labeled for Torpedograss. Solitare Herbicide is labeled to suppress Torpedograss and is listed for many other broadleaf weeds and can be applied to established Centipede lawns. It will not harm Centipede as long as you apply while temps stay below 85 degrees and is applied as labeled. Solitaire Herbicide should be applied when the temperature is between 55-85 degrees Fahrenheit when weeds start actively growing.
