Roundup would be good to use to kill anything in the bed now as well as spot treating with care on future weeds, then you could plant in 2 weeks and apply Snapshot 2.5 TG after planting for future prevention.
Snapshot is a selective pre-emergent herbicide that is labeled to control chamberbitter in flower gardens. Please refer to the product label for application instructions. You want to apply prior to emergence of targeted weeds. It can be reapplied in 60 days. You should water it in as soon as possible following the application. We would recommend using Snapshot when the frost is gone.
Snapshot is a post-emergent herbicide only, so it is not made to kill any existing plants. Geranium cinereum (ballerina) is listed as intolerant of over-the-top Snapshot applications, while the common weed Carolina geranium is prevented from germinating by using Snapshot. Geranium incarnum and Geranium subcaulescens are listed as tolerant plants of Snapshot. Since the exact species you mention is not listed as either tolerant or intolerant, we would recommend testing over a small area before treating around a large area of this groundcover, or selecting a different product for your needs.
If you would like to tell us more specifically which plants you are wanting to kill/prevent and which are the desirable plants, then we can better assist you.
Snapshot can be reapplied in 60 days. You should water it in as soon as possible following the application.
Snapshot 2.5 TG can be reapplied in 60 days. Do not exceed the labeled per acre total within a 12 month period.
Yes, Snapshot 2.5 TG can be used in this type of area. Keep in mind that it is a pre-emergent, meaning it will prevent weeds from germinating, but will not kill any weeds that are actively growing.
You should not plant or consume edible vegetation that has been treated with Snapshot 2.5 TG or use the treated soil on vegetables.
According to our Rep with Dow Agro, there is not any difference besides the package size and the coloring of the granule. The SnapShot 2.5 TG is a yellow color granule and comes in a 50lb bag. The Snapshot 2.5 DG is a brown color and comes in a 25lb bag. The application and active ingredients are both the same. They make the 2 different types due to some Turf Pros not wanting a yellow granule and prefer the brown granule.
Snapshot 2.5 TG - 50 lbs. cannot be applied to edible vegetation including citrus trees. If already applied, do not consume the fruit.
Snapshot 2.5 TG is labeled as safe to apply to some ornamental grass species. You can find a full list of grasses where Snapshot can be applied on the product label.
Snapshot 2.5 TG is a pre-emergent herbicide that needs to be activated with about 0.5 inches of rainfall or irrigation. If you are expecting extremely heavy rains, then it would be best to delay your application so that your barrier is not disturbed. Snapshot should be activated within 3 days of application for best results. Repeat applications at 150 lbs per Acre or higher should not be made sooner than 60 days, per the product label.
Snapshot 2.5 TG - 50 lbs.? is not labeled to be used around anything edible and products must be used according to the product label. Applying in this area would make any edibles unconsumable. We recommend that you consult with the manufacturer on edible consumption after the application. They can be reached at 800-992-5994.
Snapshot 2.5 TG is a great pre-emergent herbicide to apply prior to weed germination. It will not kill any existing weeds that have already emerged or mature.
Snapshot 2.5 TG is labeled to be used only around non bearing fruit trees.
We understand that it is tricky to know what setting to use on your spreader, but since there are so many available on the market, it is important to calibrate your own equipment based on your application and the product you are using. For Snapshot 2.5 TG, you will use 2.3 to 4.6 pounds of granules per 1,000 square feet. Please refer to the product label for the best rates for the area you are treating and the weeds you are targeting. Please see below for more details on how to calibrate your spreaders. Many folks will start at either the lowest setting or at 1 setting lower than the middle setting. We also have an excellent instructional video here.
Almost all fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, etc have treatments in amounts of so much product per 1000 square feet. So if you can figure out what your walking speed is then you know anytime you apply any product that calls for so much of it per 1000 square feet, you always set your spreader on this setting. You can calibrate this by marking off a 1000 square foot (10 x 100) area and placing 4 ounces of any type of product of similar granule size, or of the Snapshot in the spreader. Start with a low setting and start walking your marked off area at a normal pace. You can adjust as you go and find the basic setting for you to apply the product over a 1000 square feet.
It does not need to be applied along with Dimension 2EW as they are both pre-emergent herbicides. Snapshot 2.5 TG is one of our most popular pre-emergent herbicides for use around ornamentals and ground covers, and several types of liriope are listed as tolerant on the product label. These plants would need to be established before applying the Snapshot or most other pre-emergent herbicides. A popular post-emergent for use around liriope is Fusilade II Herbicide, which will target grassy weeds. Always read the product label before purchasing and applying herbicides to ensure that it will fit your needs.
Snapshot 2.5 TG is labeled for Pennsylvania smartweed and should be applied prior to germination for control.
Snapshot 2.5 TG is not labeled for use on lawns. It should be used in landscape beds and around trees only. Please take a look at our selection of other pre-emergent herbicides to find an option that will work for your lawn.
Snapshot 2.5 TG will prevent prostrate knotweed, which is sometimes called puncture, but not typical goathead/puncturevine (Tribulus terrestris). Depending on the type of grass or area you are treating, Surflan is a pre-emergent that is labeled to prevent goathead/puncturevine from germinating. Please let us know if you need assistance selecting a product for your needs.
