There not a specific temperature restriction for T-Nex Plant Growth Regulator only that it should be applied when the turf is actively growing. Generally that is when you are still mowing the lawn.
Lower rates should be used when when turf is going dormant due to high or low temperatures, or lack of moisture.
T-Nex Plant Growth Regulator should be applied when the lawn if actively growing and will last for 8 weeks. Depending on the type of turfgrass you have, the application rates should be adjusted based on the grass height at application. Please view the Application Rate Table on the product label for application rates for your turfgrass. The lower the height of cut of the particular turfgrass species, the less material is required to provide the desired turf growth regulator effect.
Yes, you can use T-Nex Plant Growth Regulator to encourage horizontal growth and density while reducing verticle growth of St. Augustine turfgrass. For St. Augustine in Texas, you should use 4.5 oz/a (0.10 oz/1,000 sq ft). Please be sure you review the full product label before applying this product.
We are more than happy to forward your request to the manufacturer. We do offer another product called Pramaxis MEC Plant Growth Regulator which is available in an 8 oz bottle. You may view the product label here for more information and complete application instructions.
The T-Nex Plant Growth Regulator can be applied now based on the timeline you have given for your seeding and mowing, and the height its currently at. Once your new grass gets to the height of the existing grass and you've mowed it to where they are pretty even, you can put the T-nex on the lawn without any issue and it will give the result you are looking for from the lawn.
You could potentially mix a PGR such as T-Nex Plant Growth Regulator with a fungicide like Propiconazole. Be sure you are using the correct application rates for both. We also always recommend a small jar test first to check compatibility before mixing a larger tank. Also be sure there is good agitation if you are using a larger capacity sprayer.
You can reapply T-Nex Plant Growth Regulator every 8 weeks.
The discoloration can last for a few weeks after applying T-Nex Plant Growth Regulator. The application rate will depend on your needs. Please read over the full product label to find the correct rates for your applciation:
T-Nex Plant Growth Regulator is labeled for use on both commercial and residential Centipede grass, and should have no impact on a pre-emergent herbicide application.
T-Nex Plant Growth Regulator is only for applications to cool and warm season turfgrasses in the following areas: Commercial & Residential Turf-grass: Golf Courses, Sod Farms*(Not in AZ), Sports Fields, Cemeteries, Difficult-to-Mow areas?. It can be applied around the edge of trees without causing injury.
According to the label for T-Nex Plant Growth Regulator the rate to use on Hybrid Bermuda grass is .25 oz per 1000 sq ft. It is a growth regulator which helps reduce the growth of cool and warm season grasses while helping improve their quality and stress tolerance. Please refer to the label for complete application instructions.
Yes, T-Nex Plant Growth Regulator can be tank mixed with other herbicides as long as the herbicide you are wanting to tank mix with indicates this is allowed.
Refer to the individual herbicide product label you will be using for Tank Mixing or Compatibility Test instructions.
TurfGrassPro 28-0-0 can be used along with T-Nex Plant Growth Regulator to help improve the color of the lawn and prevent yellowing.
View the T-Nex Plant Growth Regulator product label for more information.
T-Nex Plant Growth Regulator should be applied 1 to 5 days before seeding and before verticutting, scalping, spiking, or other similar operations per the product label.
The usage rates for treating lawns can vary. Here is a link to the product label so you can determine the correct usage rates for your needs: T-Nex Label
No, T-Nex Plant Growth Regulator is not intended for weed control. We are happy to recommend a post-emergent herbicide to use; please let us know what your desirable turfgrass is, along with your target weeds.
When using T-Next Plant Growth Regulator, it is recommended to use what you mix within 24 hours.
As long as the application of T-Nex Plant Growth Regulator has had time to dry before rainfall, then the rainfall should not affect the application.