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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 Nick from Nj
    09/16/2013
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    What temperatures does Drive XLR8 work best?
    A
    Drive XLR8 works best when the temperatures are not excessive (hot or cold).  For additional information, please click on the product label link.
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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 Ricky from Nixa, Missouri
    06/09/2014
    Q
    Is there a mixing chart for Drive XLR8?
    A
    The first thing you need to know when using an herbicide such as Drive XLR8 Herbicide is that the exact amount of water you dilute it with is not important. It is only important to make sure you are using the correct amount of product per 1,000 sq ft of lawn. Use too much and you risk damaging your lawn, use too little and you will not get adequate results. You will need to use 1.45 oz per 1,000 sq ft . To decide how much water you want to use, you should mark a 1,000 sq ft area, fill your sprayer with water ONLY, and start walking and spraying just as if you were doing the actual application of herbicide. When you are done walking and spraying the 1,000 sq ft area note how much water it took you to spray that area, and that is the amount you will want to mix 1.45 oz of product with for each 1,000 sq ft area that needs to be treated. You will need to make sure treated areas are irrigated with at least 1/2 inch of water (either by rainfall or by sprinkler) following the application.
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  • Asked by Mike from Chester, Va.
    06/12/2014
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    I planted Riviera seed 4 weeks ago. The Riviera has germinated but so has the crabgrass...bigtime! Is it safe to apply DRIVE to the Riviera sprouts at this time to control the crabgrass this early?
    The crabgrass is really thickening up and I'm worried about it choking out the new Riviera grass.
    A
    Drive XLR8 can be applied to Bermuda grass before seeding, after seeding and 7-28 days after it emerges per the product label. Please refer to Table 1 & 4 on the label for more information.
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  • Asked by Steve from Swedesboro Nj 08085
    06/12/2014
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    Does Drive XLR8 kill by root or leaf ingestion?
    A
    Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer is taken up through the leaf of the plant and translocated to the root. This is why Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer is such a great crabgrass killer and we recommend using a Surfactant to help the product to stick and penetrate through to the Zylem of the weed.
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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
    Q
    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 Jack from Church Hill, Tn
    08/23/2015
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    Does the Drive XLR8 Herbicide kill orchard grass, goose grass, foxtail , nimblewill ?
    A

    Per the Drive XLR8 Herbicide label, it is only labeled for foxtail grass.

    A better option would be Tenacity Herbicide. It is labeled for goosegrass, foxtail, and nimblewill. It is recommended to spot treat with Round Up in areas where the orchardgrass is growing.

     

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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 Jon from Argonia
    06/24/2016
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    what are the effects of Drive XLR8 on Blue Spruce Trees?
    I have tons of crab grass around some small blue spruce trees. Can I spray the area with Drive? Will it hurt my small trees?
    A

    Per the product label on Drive XLR8 you do not want to apply to exposed roots of trees or ornamentals or within the dripline of trees and other ornamentals species, This would cause potential damage to those trees.

     

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  • Asked by Bryan from Powhatan Point, Ohio
    08/09/2016
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    Will Drive XLR8 work on crabgrass using Southern AG Non-Ionic Surfactant?
    A

    Per the manufacturer BASF, when using Drive XLR8 Herbicide Crabgrass Killer they recommend using a methylated seed oil like DyneAmic Sufactant not a regular non-ionic surfactant. 

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  • Asked by Jason from Atlanta, Ga
    02/19/2017
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    What steps should I take to be able to keep getting in new grass and killing clover and weeds?
    I seed right before fall and got alot of new grass after killing what was there. I have alot of spots thatneed more seeding. Question I have is clover what it looks to be is starting to take over. I need more fescue seed but want to kill clover to. I haven't used fertilizer and weed control yet. When to do pre emergent? What products do you recommended?
    A

    We do have a post-emergent product that can be used in your lawn for clover. Depending on the type of fescue you have, this product can be used at the time of seeding. Drive XLR8 Herbicide is a very good product that is labeled for clover, as well as various other types of broadleaf weeds. It is safe for use in fescue as well. If you are overseeding with fine fescue, it is recommended that you use Drive XLR8 at least 7 days before seeding or 28 days after emergence of the new seed. If you are overseeding with tall fescue, Drive XLR8 can be used at any time. We do recommend using an MSO surfactant with this product as well. Please check the label with regards to this.

    A pre-emergent can be used at the same time as a post emergent. Prodiamine 65 WDG is a very good option. It will prevent many broadleaf and grassy weeds from emerging. This should be done when the soil temperature reaches 55 degrees Fahrenheit. In southern states, individuals should be using this product in late February or early to mid March depending on the soil temperature.

    We would also recommend checking out our Warm Season Lawn Schedule as well. This gives very good information on when to fertilize, use pre-emergents, etc. in your lawn.

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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 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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