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Crossbow Herbicide is a selective post-emergent herbicide that targets woody plants and brush such as blackberries and poison oak, as well as annual and perennial broadleaf weeds, while leaving grasses unharmed. Crossbow achieves excellent control of woody plants and brush and can be applied by all types of sprayers, from hand-held models to tractor-mounted spray rigs. Except for lactating dairy animals, there are no grazing restrictions following the application of Crossbow Herbicide. Crossbow is rainfast within two hours after application.
Previously manufactured by Dow, Crossbow Herbicide is now manufactured by Helena Chemical.
Crossbow Herbicide CANNOT be applied to home lawns.
Note: Due to California state restrictions, this product cannot be sold to California residents.
Product Documents
Active Ingredient | 2,4-D, butoxyethyl ester 34.4% Triclopyr, butoxyethyl ester 16.5% |
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Target pests |
Amaranth, Buttercup, Chickweed, Clover, Dandelion, Henbit, Ivy, Kudzu, Mustard, Oxalis, Pigweed, Plantain, Purslane, Ragweed, Ragwort, Spurge (thyme-leaf), Sunflower, Thistle, Wild Carrot and others * See label for complete list |
For use in |
Rangeland, Grass Pastures, Fence Rows, Roadsides, Non-Crop areas * See label for complete list |
Application |
1 1/3 - 5 1/3 oz. per gallon of water 1 - 4 gallons per 100 gallons of water * See label for complete application instructions |
Formulation | Professional Product |
NOT FOR SALE TO |
AK, AZ, DC, CA, CO, NH, NM, RI, LA, MA, TX, VT, WA (Restricted To Licensed Applicators Only) |
Shipping Weight | 9.14 lbs |
Manufacturer | Helena Chemical |
EPA Registration | 62719-260-5905 |
Crossbow specialty herbicide is recommended for control of most species of unwanted woody plants, as well as annual and perennial broadleaf weeds, growing on rangeland, permanent grass pastures, CRP, fence rows, non-irrigation ditchbanks, roadsides, other non-crop areas, and industrial sites.
For use on plants in non-crop and non-timber areas only. Not for use on crops, timber, or other plants being grown for sale or other commercial use, or for commercial seed production, or for research purposes.
Post-emergence (Annual and Perennial Weeds):
Post-emergence (Woody Plants):
More useful than Roundup
By T. on 06/13/2011
My wife and I own 55 acres of mostly overgrown pasture in south-central Pennsylvania. It wasn't pastured for about 30 years and was taken over by multi-flora rose, honeysuckle shrub, autumn olive, grape, poison ivy, etc. We use a variety of control methods including herbicides (mostly on roadsides and fence rows). The problem with Roundup is that it kills the turf, making an opening for more weeds. One small disappointment is that Crossbow kills rather slowly, but we will probably have little use in the future for Roundup.
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Works great on Poison Oak
By Chris on 03/17/2013
I have 18 acres of land in Northern California, which is heavily infested with Poison Oak. Crossbow works very well for controlling the Poison Oak. It can take several weeks to see the results after spraying, and re-spraying may be necessary in heavy growth areas. I did three passes in a 2-acre area, with about 4 weeks between each one - each time there was much less Poison Oak to spray, but this meant I got all of the little shoots. One year on from my first spraying, there is very little return growth.
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Love it for poison ivy!
By Anonymous on 07/20/2013
I found crossbow after talking with a greens keeper at the local golf course. Cross bow is great at killing all woody brush. I love that I can spray it right thru the grass and all it will kill is the poison and sumac sprouts. It will KILL TREES if you get it on the bark, leaves or root areas so be careful if you are spraying around them. much more potent than regular brush killer and a little goes a long way. economical in the long run.
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Works Great
By Jamie on 05/08/2014
I have used Crossbow Herbicide 2x's on the Ivy bed in my front yard. The first time I sprayed I noticed the bright green leaves turning a little yellow after about 3 days. I waited a couple of weeks and sprayed again and the Ivy is now showing to be about 75% dead. I will spray again in another week or so to finish it off. I have also over-sprayed into the yard area and it doesn't kill the grass. Great product
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Crossbow on Live Oak sprouts
By David on 09/10/2013
I have been using Crossbow on various plants. It really kills blackberries and gooseberries. I mainly have been using it to kill sprouts on Live Oak stumps that were masticated a year ago. It takes a week or so to see results but it eventually works.
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Please contact your State Pesticide or Environmental Control Agency, or the hazardous waste representative at the nearest EPA Regional Office for guidance disposing of old Crossbow Herbicide.
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I have established trees in a rock area that gets over run by morning glory. Will Crossbow kill the morning glory and can I spray the rock but not saturate it? I do not want to harm the trees or blueberries. How far away do I need to stay? I am looking to spot spray mostly.
As long as you are not spraying Crossbow Herbicide directly on the desirable tree leaves/roots or blueberries it should not harm them. That being said, it is not labeled to be used around edibles, so applications should be kept outside of the dripline of the blueberry plants.
We cut the trees to ground level, sprayed the cut stump, put holes in the center and poured Crossbow in and 6 months later, around each stump, we have the roots at the base of the stump and creating sprouts up to 20 or 30 feet away.
Helena Crossbow Herbicide does not specifically list Catalpa on the label as a controlled tree. We would recommend checking directly with Dow to confirm if it is effective for your target tree. You can reach Dow at 800-992-5994.
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The last bunch was cut down a month and a half ago and sprouts are coming up everywhere. Do I have to spray just the leaves or will spraying the visible wood work,too? The area is under an old cedar and fir trees. Is there something stronger I can use?
Crossbow Herbicide appears to be an effective product on salal but it can take mulitple applications. Best way is to either spray the foliage directly or cutting the stumps/sprouts and applying as a “cut stump” as directed on the product label.
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Crossbow Herbicide lists on the product label that it is toxic to fish and may be toxic to aquatic invertabrates. Drift and runoff may be hazardous so treatment should be kept at least 15 feet away from the shoreline to prevent getting into the water. A better option would be something actually labeled for use around aquatic sites such as Diquat or Rodeo.
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I own a small farm (36 acres 7 0f which are planted) the wooded area surrounding the planted area is full of poison ivy, briars and other common pests. They flourish around a stream that needs to be cleaned out but we need to get rid of the ivy and briars first. Would you also recommend a back pack sprayer.
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You can use Crossbow Herbicide in any area you have weeds that need to be controlled that are listed in use areas on the label. The sun does not have to be hitting the areas you spray in order for the product to work the way its designed as long as the mix rates are followed correctly.
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Battleship III is our most popular selective herbicide for treating thistle. The advanced "three-way" formulation contains Triclopyr, Fluroxypyr and MCPA in an easy-to-use liquid formulation. Battleship III controls annual and perennial broadleaf weeds including Dandelion, Chickweed, Black Medic, Knotweed, Plantain, Oxalis, Clover, Cocklebur, Thistle and many other species. Please refer to the product label, before application.
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Crossbow can be applied by all types of sprayers, from hand-held models to tractor-mounted spray rigs. While we don't talk to a lot of customers using that method of application equipment, there is nothing prohibiting the product from being used that way for their direct spot treatment needs.
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Will this product kill Saplin trees? I have a problem with Maple trees every year and need a spray that will kill young maple trees?
Crossbow Herbicide is labeled for the control of most kinds of unwanted trees. On page 5 of the label you can fine directions on how to use for conventional basal bark and stump applications. For larger or established trees, cutting the tree and making a stump application will be the best way to treat.
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