Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide is a broadleaf weed killer only and will not affect any grassy weeds such as quackgrass.
The rate for application for Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide ranges from 0.75 - 1.5 oz. per 0.5 to 6 gallons of water per 1,000 sq. ft. depending on what type of lawn you have. We do not carry the Ortho brand so are unfamiliar with the settings but you would apply based on the amount of product needed for your lawn type and the amount of water it takes for you to cover the 1000 sqft area.
Yes, Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide and Tenacity Herbicide can be mixed. It is always recommended to do a small tank mixture to ensure there is no clumping between the two products, and that you always follow the more restrictive label when using multiple products at the same time. Keep in mind, also, that unless you are overseeding, a blanket application of Tenacity Herbicide (used as either a pre-emergent or a post-emergent) may cause undesirable whitening of the turfgrass, per the product label.
Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide should not be applied near or under fruit trees or within their root zone. It should be applied 15 ft away from edible vegetation.
The product label for Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide does state some injury can be expected when used on St Augustine. Spot spray weeds established in St Augustine to avoid damage that may occur from a broadcast treatment. Do not apply during spring green-up which is the transition period between dormancy and active growth. Do not apply to Floratam St Augustine.
Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide is labeled for poison ivy and oak but not sumac. A better option for all 3 would be the Crossbow Specialty Herbicide.
Yes, you can apply Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide when temperatures are below 85 degrees, so applying in early morning or late evening is acceptable.
The rate for application for Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide ranges from 0.75 - 1.5 oz. per 0.5 to 6 gallons of water per 1,000 sq. ft. depending on what type of lawn you have.
Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide is not labeled for use in pastures. Something like Crossbow may be a better option. We have other products for Range and Pasture here as well.
Trimec 992 Broadleaf Herbicide contains a higher percentage of the active ingredients than the Trimec Classic Herbicide. It is formulated to give faster results for certain listed weeds and the higher percentages of the active ingredients helps keep the overall costs of application low.
Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide should not be used around edible vegetation. The vegetable should not be consumed if treated.
When mixing Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide you can use anywhere from 0.75 - 1.5 oz. per 0.5 to 6 gallons of water per 1,000 sq ft. The manufactuer gives you a fairly large ratio for how strong you can mix this product for what you may be treating. For more product infromation please refer to the product label.
Yes, Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide is safe for Bermudagrass.
Yes, Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide is a systemic herbicide. It can cause harm to exposed root systems or plants that are in the drip line of where this product is being applied as well. Be very cautious when applying this product, if applying it around any desireable vegetation.
You should not use Gordons Trimec Classic or most other post-emergent herbicides until the new grass is well established. In this case, the product label specifies you will need ot wait until after the second or third mowing of the new grass.
Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide is not labeled to treat wild violet. You may want to consider something like Fertilome Weed Free Zone instead.
Seed can be sown 3-4 weeks after application of Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide .
Applications of Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide should be kept outside of the drip line of any desireable trees.
Gordons Trimec Classic Broadleaf Herbicide is used at the rate of 3.25 to 4 pints per acre (43560 sqft) for cool season grass so the gallon could cover up to 2 acres at the highest rate.