You do not need to water after a post emergent application of Tenacity.
The product label states that bermuda grass is sensitive to Tenacity but it would not be recommended as a product specifically used to kill it. Fusilade II can be used to get rid of bermuda grass in tall fescue. Please be advised that bermuda grass is extremely difficult to control and you will likely need to make several applications.
Tenacity Herbicide can be used as a broadcast application for pre-emergent control of the listed weeds on the label. It can be used anytime of year depending on target weeds. As long as you keep pets/children out of the area while you treat and until the product has had time to completely dry or settle it is safe for pets and people to return and resume normal activity
Yes, Tennacity be applied to dormant Bermuda grass.
Tenacity Herbicide is applied to nimblewill when it is actively growing, and should be applied when temperatures are between 65 and 85 degrees. You should make your application when no rain is in the forecast for 24 hours, and you should not mow 2 days before or 2 days after your application. It is applied at the rate of 1 teaspoon of Tenacity, 3 teaspoons of surfactant, in 2 gallons of water per 2000 sq ft.
Tenacity Herbicide can be shipped and used in Pennsylvania. It can safely be applied to Kentucky Bluegrass, Centipedegrass, Buffalograss, Tall Fescue, Perennial Ryegrass, Fine Fescue, St. Augustine Grass (grown for sod only). This is a professional grade product, so you will not find it on the shelves of any big-box stores.
The product label states that Bermuda grass is sensitive to Tenacity but it would not be recommended as product to eliminate it since it is not labeled for this use. Turflon Ester would be a better option for removing bermuda from cool season turf.
Tenacity is not labeled for quackgrass elimination. We do carry a similar product called Certainty that is a selective, post-emergent that is labeled to eradicate quackgrass. Please refer to the product label for full mixing and application for the best results.
For the best application times for your region, we recommend contacting the local extension office directly and speaking with the Master Gardener.
It is safe to apply Tenacity Herbicide at or near seeding for most types of turfgrass for pre-emergent control. You should avoid spraying Tenacity on newly germinated turfgrass plants. Please refer to the product label for complete application instructions. You would only need to use a surfactant when applying Tenacity for post-emergent weed control.
There is no specific time that you need to wait after using an herbicide like Tenacity before you can apply a fertilizer. As long as the turf is healthy and you are following the directions on the product labels for what you are applying, then you should not come across any problems. Please see our Lawn Care Schedule for additional tips.
The product label states that Bermuda grass is sensitive to Tenacity but it would not be recommended as a product specifically used to kill it.
Per the product label for Tenacity Herbicide: Do not plant any crop other than turfgrass species for 18 months after the last application of Tenacity or injury may occur.
No, Tenacity Herbicide will not eliminate ryegrass. If you want to eliminate ryegrass in cool season turf, we would recommend using Turflon Ester Ultra. The mixing rate is 3/8 - 3/4 oz. per 1,000 sq. ft.
This will depend on the target weed you are dealing with in the lawn. If you have a thick lawn that would prevent contact with the target weed you should mow for better contact before applying Tenacity. It is recommended not to mow within 2 days before or after applying a herbicide.
You can reapply Tenacity Herbicide after 2-3 weeks for post emergence control of actively growing weeds for best results. There should not be an issue applying lime after the application. We would encourage you to get a soil test to determine the pH level of the soil you are treating also. This can be done at your local cooperative extension.
There should not be any issues using Tenacity Herbicide and Sedgehammer Herbicide at the same time as long as the turf is established and not under other significant stress. If you are using Tenacity as a post-emergent herbicide, then it is generally best to spot treat since it can cause some temporary whitening of the desirable turfgrass. Another option that you may want to consider would be Dismiss Herbicide, which targets both sedges and many broadleaf weeds.