The usage rate will vary depending on what you are treating for and what type of grass you have, what type of weeds you are targeting, whether you will be spot treating or broadcast spraying and how much space you need to cover. Quali-Pro MSM Turf Herbicide's label lists all of the usage rates. If you are spot treating, per the label, use 1 oz per 100 gallons of water.
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.
MSM Turf Herbicide is best applied in temperatures above 55 and below 85.
With MSM turf herbicide you will need to know your spray rate, or how much water you are applying to each 1,000 sq.ft. or lawn Mark off an area of 1,000 sq.ft. and spray water over this area to determine your spray rate. Once you know your spray rate, you will apply 0.02 to 0.06 grams per 1,000 sq.ft. So the rate for your 4-gallon sprayer is 0.8 to 0.24 oz per 4 gallons of water covering roughly 4,000 sq feet.
Unfortunately, there is no easy way to measure Quali-Pro MSM Turf Herbicide to make 2 gallons of 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.
MSM Turf Herbicide is safe for dogs and horses if used correctly. According to the MSM Turf Herbicide product label there are no grazing or haying restrictions.
You should wait at least 1 week after applying MSM Turf Herbicide to fertilize.
Yes, Quali-Pro MSM Turf Herbicide can be used for spot treatment. Per the label instructions: "For Spot Applications, use 1 ounce per 100 gallons of water."
2020 Update: MSM Is no longer labeled for crabgrass and not recommended
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.
The shelf life of MSM Turf Herbicide is 3-5 years from the date of purchase if stored at room temperature.
For some weeds repeat treatments may be done 4 to 6 weeks after the first application of MSM Turf Herbicide per the product label.
MSM Turf Herbicide should not be applied in cold temperatures or when the turf is in transition.
We recommend allowing at least 7-14 days to see wilting/yellowing of target weeds when using Quali-Pro MSM Turf Herbicide or other post-emergent herbicides
MSM Turf Herbicide is made to dissolve after mixing and agitating the solution. Per the product label: “Do not store above 100?F for extended periods of time. Storage below 20?F can result in formation of crystals. If product crystallizes, store at 50?F to 70?F and agitate to redissolve crystals.” The product label also mentions, “Spray preparations of this product may degrade in acid solutions if not used in 24 hours; it is stable in alkaline solutions. Thoroughly re-agitate before using.”
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.
MSM Turf Herbicide is mixed at a rate of 1 oz. to 100 gallons of water covering an acre. The rate for your 3 gallon sprayer is 0.03 oz per 3 gallons of water covering roughly 3,000 square feet.
Yes, you could potentially use MSM Turf Herbicide for bahiagrass control in zoysia. You can use 0.25 – 0.75 oz per acre, and a repeat application may be required in 4-6 weeks. There may be some chlorosis of the zoysia after application.
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.
Yes, you could potentially use MSM Turf Herbicide for bahiagrass control in Bermuda. You can use 0.25 – 0.75 oz per acre, and a repeat application may be required in 4-6 weeks. There may be some chlorosis of the Bermuda after application.
You can mix MSM Turf Herbicide with a non-selective herbicide such as RoundUp if you are not planning to replant the area right away. Otherwise, we suggest using only the Roundup so that you do not have to worry about residuals interfering with your replanting. There is a danger if using MSM around oak trees, so you want to be sure that you do not use MSM under any oak tree canopies: be sure to stay outside the drip line of these trees and do not spray if there is wind or other risk of drift to oak trees. You can use MSM Turf Herbicide at a rate of 0.25 – 0.75 oz per Acre to control bahiagrass. Keep in mind that MSM can have a long soil residual, so you should not apply this near desirable ornamental plants or where you intend to plant new trees or shrubs within 1 year and new bedding plants within 2 years. Please refer to the product label for complete application instructions.
