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  • Asked by Terri from Denver Co
    08/15/2021
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    How long does it take to see results using Drive XLR8 along with surfactant to treat crabgrass?
    Treating an area of 500 sq ft. Applied 1 gallon of mixed solution of 2 fl oz of Drive XLR8 with 1 fl oz of surfactant and used the entire gallon of mixture over the 500 sq ft area. It's been 4 days and only seeing some of the good grass turning brown and no effects on the crabgrass. How long should I wait to see results. Watered the grass yesterday, 3 days after the application.
    A

    Drive XLR8 can take up to 3 weeks to see full results on targeted weeds and a second appliation may be needed for more established weeds. Keep in mind, for best results, applications should be applied to listed weeds when they are young and actively growing and temperatures are between 65-85 degrees. For actively growing crabgrass, Drive XLR8 is mixed at 1.45 fl oz per 1000 sq ft along with adding 0.16 - 0.48 fl. oz Duo Stick per gallon of water. If only treating 500 sq ft, you would cut those rates in half, mixing Drive XLR8 at 0.72 fl oz in one gallon of water along with the 0.16 to 0.48 fl oz of Duo Stick Surfactant. 

    It is important to follow the recommended rates per the product label and not overmix or overtreat to avoid burning or injury to your turfgrass. You may see some discoloration, burning or wilting of your turfgrass as the rate applied of 2 fl oz Drive + 1 fl oz Surfactant over 500 sq ft is double the labeled rate. 

     

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  • Asked by John
    09/08/2021
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    How long after applying Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer should I water the lawn?
    A

    Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer states on the product label DO NOT irrigate the area for 24 hours after the application. If rainfall does not occur 2-7 days after the application, irrigation of at least 1/2 inch of water is desirable. 

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  • Asked by Mike from Dundalk
    07/19/2022
    Q
    Is it pet friendly
    Is it safe for dogs
    A
    Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer is safe for pets after the treated area has dried. Please be sure to follow the product label for application instructions.
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  • Asked by Kelly from West Richland
    08/21/2022
    Q
    how long after spraying can cows/horses get on the pasture?
    A
    Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer is not labeled to be used in any type of pasture and would not be safe for grazed areas.
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  • Asked by Luanne from Suffolk, Va
    07/29/2013
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    How much DyneAmic Surfactant do I need for each bottle of Drive XLR8?
    How much DyneAmic Surfactant do I need for each bottle of Drive XLR8?
    A
    You can use  3-5 fl oz of Dynemic in 1-5 gals of spray solution, so for one half gallon of Drive XLR you would want to use approx. 1 gallon of Dynemic.
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  • Asked by Brad from Nj
    08/29/2013
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    How long after a treatment with Drive XLR8 do I need to wait to aerate and seed and topdress?
    A
    How long you need to wait to reseed is really dependent on what you are seeding. Youc an see the "reseeding" chart on page 9 of product label to determine the correct timing for your needs: Product Label
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  • Asked by Ma from Montreal, Quebec
    09/07/2013
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    Can I mix Drive XLR8 with PAR III?
    I read some of your earlier answers but I wanted to double check. I have a major crabgrass problem along with other weeds (clovers, dandelions and so on). My grass is mostly Kentucky blue grass and fescue.
    A
    We apologize, but we are unsure which product you are asking to mix with Drive XLR8? Please contact BASF 800-526-1072 manufacturer of Drive XLR8 to see if the two products are compatable.
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  • Asked by Diego from Fl
    09/21/2013
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    How many ounces of Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer will need I to mixed in a backpack sprayer?
    A

    Your dilution rate depends on what you are specifically treating. Please see the Drive XLR8 product label for diltuion rates (see table starting on page 7).

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  • Asked by Chris from Huntsville, Alabama
    06/02/2014
    Q
    Can I use this in my vegetable garden before planting? If so how long wait before planting?
    A
    The Drive XLR8 is not labeled for use in any area where edibles plan to be grown. We do carry the Monterey Vegetable and Ornamental Weeder for pre-emergent control of weeds before planting. You can use either a roundup type product to spot treat anything that has already come up, or if you have just weedy grasses coming up you can use something like Fertilome Over the Top II.
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  • Asked by Leanne from Plankintin, Sd
    08/31/2014
    Q
    Can this be applied in an area that we want to plant trees?
    We have an area that has a lot of crab grass. We plan to plant trees there later this fall. Can we use this to treat the area before planting the trees?
    A
    According to page 9 of the product label, Drive XLR8 can be applied 7 days or greater prior to seeding. To get the specific time frame for the particular tree you are wanting to plant we recommend contacting the manufacturer BASF directly at 1-800-526-1072 and also the Master Gardner in your county here. 
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  • Asked by Michelle from Wilson, Kansas
    01/24/2015
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    I live in central KS and need to know how much chemical to use and when to apply it.
    I plan to use Battleship for broadleaf weeds and Drive for annual bluegrass. Can the two chemicals be applied together or should it be two separate sprays? If separate, how far apart and when is the best time to apply them? I would appreciate any help. Thank you.
    A
    Both chemicals can be applied together as long as you do a tank mix first to make sure no color changes or clumping occurs in the tank. The rates you apply them at should follow what each indicate for the type of turf you are spraying on and the weed you are treating for and follow the more strict application rules of either label. Since Battleship and Drive are both post emergent herbicides you would apply them whenever the weeds are actively growing and soil temperatures are above 55 degrees. 
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  • Asked by Anthony from Eustis Florida
    04/09/2015
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    Can you spray Drive XLR8 on Indian Hawthorne?
    A
    Drive XLR8 could harm indian hawthorne if applied to them. Please call us at 866-581-7378 so that we can assist you with a product that will suit your needs.
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  • Asked by Brent from Fort Cobb, Oklahoma
    05/07/2015
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    What size container is Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer sold in? Quart, gallon, etc.....
    A
    Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer comes in a 1/2 gallon concentrated bottle.
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  • Asked by Ap from Il
    06/21/2015
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    Can Drive XLR8 Herbicide be mixed with Momentum?
    Can I mix this with lesco momentum for better control?
    A
    As long as both products do not contain the same active ingredient, and both have labels that allow tank mixing in general then you should be able to mix the Drive and Momentum together. Per the Drive label: The most restrictive labeling applies with any tank mix. To increase spectrum of control of broadleaf and other weeds, Drive XLR8 may be tank mixed with 2,4-D, Triclopyr, and other broadleaf herbicides. Make sure to do a tank mix test first for any clumping or discoloring before applying to the lawn. 
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  • Asked by Jon from Mn
    02/27/2016
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    Will Drive XLR8 harm mature native grasses bluestem and indiangrass?
    How about seeding natives after application?
    A

    The Drive XLR8 Label does not specifically mention Big Bluestem grass or Indian grass on the label whether it be as a target pest or as a tolerant species to the product. From the links below from the USDA NRCS it states that those grasses are tolerant to most broadleaf herbicides and should not be harmed if product directions are followed and applied accurately. That being said, you can follow the link below to the USDA Service Center Locator to speak with your local conservationist in your region on what works bests in your area and what products they may recommend. 

    Big Bluestem Grass

    http://plants.usda.gov/factsheet/pdf/fs_ange.pdf

    Indian grass

    http://plants.usda.gov/factsheet/pdf/fs_sonu2.pdf

    USDA Service Center Locator

    http://offices.sc.egov.usda.gov/locator/app?agency=nrcs

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  • Asked by Jennifer from Wichita, Ks
    04/10/2017
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    Can Drive XLR8 be tank mixed with Resolute 65 WG?
    I live in south central Kansas and have 3 acres of 'Bowie' buffalo grass. It was planted 2 years ago. We are having problems with grassy weed(crab grass & foxtail), clover, bindweed, etc..... due to rain I haven't been able to get a pre emergent down yet and thanks for the super early warm temps I am seeing the many of the early spring weeds come out already. I would like put both down at the same time if possible. I have a 30 gal sprayer that I pull behind the mower. Any other suggestions for weed control would be helpful. Thanks in advance.
    A

    Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer could be mixed with Resolute 65 WDG as long as you follow the instructions on both product labels.  However, if you are already seeing weeds it is too late for any pre-emergent to be effective.

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  • Asked by Bobby from Marksville
    07/04/2017
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    Will Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer kill dollar weed and is it safe for St Augustine grass?
    A

    Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer is labeled to control dollarweed but cannot be used in St. Augustine lawns.

    Speedzone Southern is labeled for Dollarweed and for use on St Augustine grass. According to the Speedzone Southern product label: The turf tolerance to this product may vary and temporary turf grass yellowing may occur on St Augustine. Do not apply Speedzone Southern to Floratam, Bitterblue or other improved species of St Augustine. Do not broadcast or spot spray St Augustine during the fall to winter transition or if temperatures are expected to fall below 40F within 10 days of the application.

    Please take a few moments to read through the product label completely for full instructions and other precautions.

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  • Asked by Bailey from Fort Wayne, In
    07/28/2017
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    Can Drive XLR8 Herbicide be used on a lawn that is a mix of Kentucky bluegrass/rye/fescue?
    A

    Yes, Drive XLR8 Herbicide can safely be used on your Kentucky luegrass/rye/fescue lawn.  Please see the product label for complete application instructions. 

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  • Asked by Don from Northport
    09/06/2017
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    When can players get back on a baseball field after spraying the Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer?
    A

    You can let your players re-enter the area after the Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer has dried.  This can take at least 2 hours.

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  • Asked by Harry from Prince George, Va
    10/19/2017
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    Will Drive XLR8 harm my tall fesue grass?
    A

    No, Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer should not harm your Tall Fescue Grass if used as directed on the product label. 

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