We recommend that you mix Tenacity Herbicide with a non-ionic surfactant for the most effectiveness.
Morning dew will not lessen the effects of Tenacity. It some circumstances a more moist soil will make for better root uptake. You are safe to make the Tenacity application in the cooler times of the day when temps are below 85 degrees. If temps rise above 85 degrees after the product has dried it should not reduce effectiveness.
Tenacity Herbicide can be applied at the same time as seeding (unless grass is more than 20% stand of fine fescue). If application cannot be done within 7 days of seeding you would need to wait a minimum of 30 days, or until the seed has emerged and been mowed at least twice before applying to the lawn.
If you are trying to apply Tenacity Herbicide to control bentgrass, per the product label:
"Apply Tenacity at 5 fl. oz. per acre in at least 30 gallons of water per acre at two to three week interval for up to three applications. Apply with a NIS surfactant. Bentgrass control may be more effective in the late summer/early fall just prior to onset of renewed bentgrass growth, than spring/early summer applications."
You can also call our Customer Service staff at 866-581-7378 M-F 9a-5p EST if you have further questions.
The Tenacity product label does state that it can be mixed with pre-emergence products to provide season long control. Dimension's product label does also state that it can be. Please refer to both for complete instructions and you may need to perform a compatibility test before treatment.
Generally, if you are treating with Tenacity Herbicide and using a tolerant seed, the applications can be done at the same time. If not, we would recommend waiting three months after the application of Tenacity Herbicide to re-seed your lawn. If you have any specific questions, we would recommend giving us a call at 866-581-7378.
Tenacity that has been mixed with water and a surfactant should be used within 24 hours of mixing and then discarded. If it is in its original container and stored away from extreme temperatures, it will have a three year shelf life unmixed.
It is not required to rake after Tenacity Herbicide application. However, if you are reseeding or anything of that nature it would be best to rake.
Tenacity Herbicide would be a great option for you to control crabgrass without harming your Centipede lawn. Tenacity needs to be tank mixed with a non ionic surfactant or the best results and stick to the leaf surface of the weeds, and its 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. According to the Tenacity product label you will need to mix 1/2 tsp of product + 1 1/2 tsp surfactant with 1 gallon of water for spot treatments. After spraying with Tenacity Herbicide, the foliage of treated weeds cease growth after application, then turn white (loss of chlorophyll), and death may take up to three weeks. A repeat application is required after two to three weeks for improved postemergence weed control.
When the label states that no applications should be made when temperatures are above 80 degrees, this means that the product should not applied when it is 80 degrees and above. Tenacity Herbicide can be sprayed in the evening time and/or early morning hours.
After spraying with Tenacity Herbicide, the foliage of treated weeds cease growth after application, then turn white (loss of chlorophyll), and death may take up to three weeks. A repeat application is required after two to three weeks for improved postemergence weed control. We would not recommend pulling up any weeds because the product will not get into the root system, and the weeds may come back at that point.
Yes, Tenacity Herbicide can be used in the evening time. The application should be made in the early morning or late evening so that it does not burn plants. See the product label for complete application instructions.
Tenacity Herbicide would not be the best product for Poison Ivy. BK 32 would be a better option for Bittersweet and Poison IVy. BK32 can be applied to most Residential Turf: Bluegrass, Fesue, Rye, Bent, Bermuda, Bahia and Zoysia Lawns
Avoid application to St. Augustine or Centipede lawns unless injury can be tolerated.
Tenacity Herbicide could pose a discoloration if it gets on the bark. You want to try and make the application on a day that is not very windy. According to the Tenacity product label you will need to mix 1/2 tsp of product + 1 1/2 tsp surfactant with 1 gallon of water. Tenacity will also act as a pre emergent for listed weeds.
The foliage of weeds treated with Tenacity cease growth after the application, then turn white (loss of chlorophyll), so death may take up to three weeks. A repeat application is required after two to three weeks for improved postemergence weed control.