Targets? Type of Herbicide used? Application methods? Success rate? As seen above, what are you using to kill what and are your efforts working? I just ordered a gallon of 61% Triclopyr under the name of AgriStar 4E. This is the generic equivalent to Garlon 4 which is about twice the cost. I used to get a product called Relegate which was also 61% but has increased in price recently. I mix at 3:1 diesel/herbicide and use it to treat ailanthus trees. It's not really much of a treat for them I guess as once it's applied, it's only a matter of time before the tree will be dead. The diesel fuel acts as a carrier to penetrate bark. I get very few root sprouts using this method. I like to coat the bottom 24" of the trunk 360°. You can spray anytime the sap is flowing, but I see faster results during drier periods. This particular concoction will also vaporize most any other plants that come in contact with it so caution is necessary. I am soon to begin treating wild Privet. I am lucky that the privet is the main invader in my woods as opposed to Olive, which has a reputation for being very tough to eliminate. Does anyone have a good method or particular herbicide formula that works well on the Privet? Glyphosate is usually what I see recommended. I'm sure my nuclear spray listed above will do the trick, but looking to use some less expensive product for treatments. What other types of invasive or non desirable plants do you have on your lot? Do you go after them? Post up experiences, tips & tricks!
Trimec for broadleaf weeds in the lawn in spring and fall. Crosscheck insecticide to keep ticks and other undesirable critters out of the lawn and off the pooch 2,4db for broadleaf weeds in my clover food plots Gly for stinging nettles around my camper
My redneck Yamaha/Northern Tool spray rig. Boomless kit is worth every penny of it's cheap price. NorthStar ATV/UTV Boomless Broadcast Kit 14ft., Fits Item#s 26810, 268102, 268120 and 268179 | Sprayer Boom Broadcast Kits| Northern Tool + Equipment 2.4.d in the yard for broad leaf weeds. Works well enough that my youngest daughter asked me this weekend why we don't have all the pretty yellow flowers in our yard like all the neighbors do. She thought I was doing something wrong.
I always forget about nettles until I find some wearing shorts. Looks like you've got application down to a science! I must admit that I don't do much for my lawn besides mow it.
I think I'd be happier just mowing but I run a golf course equipment repair business out of my shop at home and I try to keep things looking good for the customers. Not sure it helps but it's what I do. Got an aerator in for work now that will need thorough "testing" so that will help lawn health as well.
I just don't have much love for grass....or rather the upkeep of it. Been mowing & weedeating since 10 years old and the novelty wore off many, many moons ago. As long as there is something green growing and it's not a foot high, I'm happy. A nice lawn really does spruce up a homestead though and that's good marketing keeping yours in good order.
Yup. A nice lawn is indeed a good thing. Central command at our homestead has forbidden the use of herbicides. Had some roundup last year that I used "in hiding".
Glyphosate and 2,4d. I don't mind a little bit of clover in the yard. Tordon for making sure trees and brush stay dead after I cut them.
Widematch keeps the little yellow flowers away from my lawn. In an hour on warm days they start looking sick it works so well.
It is against label to mix in fuel with spray. However the fuel aids in dissolving the natural waxes on the leaves. Not that I have done anything illegal before in my life.
Milkweed and thistle really don't like mosquito spray. Brown crispy dead in 24 hours. Just a little pshht from the can is all you need.
Ohio State Extension office actually recommends using diesel to mix with when dealing with Ailanthus. Controlling Non-Native Invasive Plants in Ohio Forests: Ailanthus | Ohioline I just happen to use it for more than the lovely tree of heaven...occasionally. The Barberry and privet won't know what hit it! Spotted a lone Olive bush last weekend. Luckily, they are few & far between in my woods & I plan to keep it that way.
