Tenacity is labeled for postemergent control of nutsedge. However, the product label does state that weed control with postemergence applications require a second application after 2 to 3 weeks. You should also make sure that you apply the Tenacity to young, actively growing weeds with a non-ionic surfactant.
It is possible that Tenacity Herbicide will harm daffodils if sprayed. Since flowers can be considered a broadleaf weed, this product can harm it. Tenacity Herbicide is only labeled for use on listed lawns.
You would not apply Tenacity Herbicide at a rate of more than 16 oz per acre per year or per crop (equivalent to a maximum of 0.50 lb. of mesotrione per acre per year), whichever is shorter.
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.
When using Tenacity Herbicide there should be no issue with planting annual rye seed after using it. Per the product label you would want to apply either at seeding or close to it for the best performance.
Tenacity Herbicide can be used if weeds are actively growing for post emergent control as long as the soil temperature is 55 degrees Fahrenheit. This product can also be used for pre-emergent control right now once the soil temperature reaches 55 degrees Fahrenheit. Be sure to water the product in at least 1/2 inch after a pre-emergent application to ensure the product gets down into the soil.
Tenacity Herbicide is not labeled safe for use on Floratam species and is only for use on St Augustine grown for sod. Atrazine or Blindside would be the alternative products to use.
Tenacity Herbicide is not labeled to control Poa Annua/Annual Bluegrass as a post emergent application. The label only states that it could cause injury to it if sprayed. It is only labeled to be used to suppress poa annua when used as a pre-emergent.
Per the label of Tenacity Herbicide, this product can be applied at the same time of seed, except fine fescue. It is also recommended that you mow at least two days before and/or two days after.
As you probably know, Centipedegrass is a very sensitive species of turf so many products that eliminate the crabgrass and other weeds can also cause damage to your lawn. Tenacity is a great pre- and post-emergent herbicide that will control crabgrass along with many other types of weeds without harming your centipede lawn. Make sure to read the Tenacity label very carefully and mix exactly what is recommended as this is a strong product and mis-using it can cause temporary turf injury. When applying Tenacity it is highly recommended to use a temporary turf colorant like Turf Mark Blue to allow you to see where you are spraying. Overlapping your application of Tenacity can cause temporary whitening of the lawn as well, but the color will return in 3-4 weeks at most. Please let us know if you have any other questions.
Tenacity Herbicide should not be used around or on desirable ornamentals and/or trees or used within 3 feet of trees or ornamentals. Unfortunately, there is not a product that can be used to reverse the effects of the Tenacity sprayed on intolerant plants.
Tenacity Herbicide is labeled for post-emergent control of Nimbleweed to established cool season turf. Per the product label, you may need a second application after 2 to 3 weeks. Apply to young, actively growing weeds, and be sure to use a surfactant such as Southern Ag Non-Ionic surfactant for post-emergent applications.
According to the Tenacity product label for smaller applications, you will need to mix 1 tsp of Tenacity and 3 tsp of surfactant to 2 gallon of water, using 1 gallon each to cover 1,000 sq ft.
Tenacity Herbicide may cause temporary whitening of turfgrass foliage. In general, symptoms appear five to seven days after application and last for several weeks. A repeat application to the same site causes less whitening of the plant tissue.
Tenacity Herbicide would be a great option for you to control crabgrass, and yes it is advised to use a dye like Turf Mark Blue with it so you can make sure to not overlap if you plan to do a broadcast application on the property.
You will want to wait until the newly germinated turf has been mowed two times or four weeks after emergence (whichever is longer) before making a postemergence application with Tenacity Herbicide to the new cool season turf. For the most effective Bentgrass control, you will need to reapply Tenacity Herbicide at two to three-week intervals for up to three applications. Be sure to apply with a NIS surfactant. Making applications in late summer/early fall just before new growth is very effective in controlling bentgrass.
It is not recommended to use a hose-end sprayer to treat your lawn with Tenacity Herbicide or any other herbicide. The problem with using hose-end sprayers is that they are not very accurate and you can wind up dispensing more or less product than recommended per area and that can lead to less than desirable results.
Tenacity Herbicide is labeled for use on Tall Fescue, Kentucky Bluegrass, Centipedegrass, Buffalograss, Perennial Ryegrass, Fine Fescue, St. Augustine Grass, so no it will not kill the fescue in your Kentucky Bluegrass lawn. Tenacity is a systemic pre-emergent and postemergent herbicide for the selective contact and residual control of weeds in turfgrasses. When applied as a pre-emergent, Tenacity Herbicide should be applied before soil temperatures reach 55 degrees.
You can spot treat the fescue with a non-selective herbicide such as Killzall and reseed with bluegrass.
Tenacity is labeled as a pre and post emergent for crabgrass but only as a post emergent for nimblewill. The most effective product to control nimblewill pre-emergently has been removed from the market (MSMA). We have had a lot of folks report that Dimension does a pretty good job pre-emergently but since the product is not technically labeled for nimblewill we cannot legally recommend it for this use.
