Q4 Plus Turf Herbicide can be applied with a hose end sprayer but only if can be calibrated to the rate needed per 1000 sqft. Keep in mind that an application through a hose end sprayer may not be as accurate as using a hand pump sprayer. We have a video here that explains how to calibrate your sprayer for the amount of water it takes you to cover 1000 sqft
The application rate of Q4 Plus Turf Herbicide varies depending on what type of truf grass you have. Cool Season Grasses: 2.6 - 3 oz. per 1,000 sq. ft. (7 - 8 pints per acre) Warm Season Grasses: 1.8 - 2.6 oz. per 1,000 sq. ft. (5 - 7 pints per acre) Please let us know if you have any more questions.
Q4 would be a good option for the types of weeds you need to treat.
Q4 Plus Turf Herbicide can only be applied as broadcast twice a year with 30 days in between each application. You can spot treat if needed throughout the year staying below max labeled rates for your turf type.
No, Q4 Herbicide is not labeled for bermudagrass control in fescue lawns. However, we would recommend Fusilade II because it can be used to remove bermuda grass from tall fescue and zoysia grass when used at reduced rates. Please be sure to read over the product label for complete use instructions prior to use.
You can water approx 6 hours after application of Q4 Plus Turf Herbicide. It is considered "rainfast" after this time.
Q4 Plus Turf Herbicide can be applied to common and hybrid Bermuda grass when actively growing. You will expect temporary discoloring with the application. Please refer to the product label for specific applications instructions.
The mixing ratio of Q4 really depends on what and where you are treating. The application rate of Q4 Plus Turf Herbicide varies depending on what type of truf grass you have. Cool Season Grasses: 2.6 - 3 oz. per 1,000 sq. ft. (7 - 8 pints per acre) Warm Season Grasses: 1.8 - 2.6 oz. per 1,000 sq. ft. (5 - 7 pints per acre) Please let us know if you have any more questions.
Best time to apply Q4 Plus Turf Herbicide varies depending on what you are treating. For most of the listed weeds it should be applied when they are young and actively growing for best results. Spring and fall treatments under adequate soil moisture conditions are preferred to the summer treatments. Please refer to the product label for complete information regarding specific weeds.
You should not spray Q4 Plus Turf Herbicide on or near any desirable flowers, shrubs, or other ornamentals, and do not use clippings from turf treated with Q4 as mulch around these plants. The active ingredients can harm desirable ornamentals and some of them may volatilize, so you want to be sure you spray on a calm day and do not contact roots, leaves, or stems of desirable ornamentals. You can shield desirable plants using plastic sheeting if needed.
It is recommended that you wait until the second or third mowing or at least 28 days after emergence to re-apply Q4 Plus Turf Herbicide.
Q4 Plus Turf Herbicide is labeled safe for established cool season turf including poa annua, Kentucky Bluegrass, Fescues and Ryegrasses and works extremely well on various broadleaf weeds including clover.
It is recommended that you wait at least two days after applying Q4 Plus Turf Herbicide to mow. Clippings from the first three mowings should be left in the treated areas. Do not use these clippings for mulch or compost around flowers, ornamentals, trees or in vegetable gardens.
We recommend applying under dry conditions if possible, but a small amount of dew should not affect the results of Q4 Plus.
Q4 Plus Turf Herbicide should be fine to mix with a pre-emergent such as Prodiamine as long as both labeled rates are followed for application. We would recommend doing a tank mix compatibility test first to make sure there is no clumping when mixing the two products together.
Yes, you can apply both Q4 Plus Turf Herbicide and starter fertilizer at the same time. Be sure you are following the product label instructions under "Cultural Tips" for restrictions around new turf and reseeding to avoid damaging desirable turfgrass.
Q4 Plus Turf Herbicide is not specifically labeled for brome grass (cheat grass). A better option would be Grass Out Max.
No, Q4 Plus Turf Herbicide is safe for use in bermudagrass when used as directed on the product label. It will not harm it.