How much water you will use to apply a pre-emergent herbicide like kes Sandbur and Crabgrass Preventer is not as important as using the correct amount of herbicide per 1000 sq/ft per the product label. This is going to be watered into the soil to be activated as well. Depending on your turf type and instructions on the Product Label, you can use 1.1 to 1.6 fl oz per 1000 sq ft you are treating for most applications.
We have a video here to help you with calibrating your sprayer if needed.
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Ike's Sandbur and Crabgrass Preventer will last for 2-4 months if using the 2.1 qt/acre rate or 6-8 months if using the 4.2 qt/acre.
Ike's Sandbur and Crabgrass Preventer is best applied by itself in early spring and late fall to prevent weeds from germinating but can also be tank mixed with post emergent herbicides when weeds are actively growing. Per the product label, the efficacy of Sandbur & Crabgrass Preventer will be best if the application is followed by one-half inch of rainfall or its equivalent in sprinkler irrigation. If Sandbur & Crabgrass Preventer is not activated by rainfall or irrigation within 30 days, weed control may be erratic.
product label for Ike's Sandbur and Crabgrass Preventer states, "Delay reseeding or winter overseeding of treated turfgrass for at least three (3) months following the last Sandbur & Crabgrass Preventer application."
Ike's Sandbur and Crabgrass Preventer should be applied in the Spring prior to soil temperatures reaching 55 degrees and/or in the Fall when soil temperatures start hitting 70 degrees and dropping. How much water you will use to apply a pre-emergent herbicide like this one is not as important as using the correct amount of herbicide. The water is acting as the carrier. This is going to be watered into the soil to be activated as well. Depending on your turf type, you can use 1.1 to 1.6 fl oz per 1000 sq ft for most applications.
We have a new video here to help you with calibrating your sprayer.
Please be sure to review the product label for more information and complete application instructions.
Ike's Sandbur and Crabgrass Preventer provides superior pre-emergent control of grassy and broadleaf weeds. This product can be applied safely to cool and warm season grasses listed on the product label without harming desired turf grass if used as directed. It would not kill anything already growing.
Yes, Ike's Sandbur and Crabgrass Preventer is labeled to be used on Centipede grass for sandbur control. The mix rate for residential turfgrass is 1.1 to 1.6fl oz. Please refer to page 7 of the product label for the complete list of application rates and instructions.
Ike's Sandbur and Crabgrass Preventer is not labeled for use on areas where horses graze.
Pastora Herbicide is recommended for pre emergent control of listed weeds and has no grazing restrictions. View the full product label for more information.
For actively growing weeds, GrazonNext HL Herbicide can be used for post ermergent applications which also has no grazing restrictions. View the full product label for more information.
Ike's Sandbur and Crabgrass Preventer does not come in a granule but there is a granule pre-emergent made by another manufacturer with the same active ingredient called Pendulum 2G.
Ike's Sandbur and Crabgrass Preventer should be applied in the Spring prior to soil temperatures reaching 55 degrees and/or in the Fall when soil temperatures start hitting 70 degrees and dropping. There is a web site called greencastonline.com that tracks soil temperatures by your zip code.
Ike's Sandbur and Crabgrass Preventer is not labeled for use in grazing areas. You may browse our Range and Pasture products here.
Ike's Sandbur and Crabgrass Preventer is labeled for warm season turfgrasses such as bahiagrass and bermudagrass for pre emergent control of Floria Pusley and other listed weeds. Being a pre emergent, this product will not control weeds once they are actively growing and should be applied in early spring and late fall for best results.
For post emergent control of actively growing Florida Pusley and other broadleaf weeds, Ferti-lome Weed Free Zone would be recommended and safe for bahia and bermuda.
View the product label for more information and our Warm Season Lawn Care Calendar for general timing recommendations.
Preemergents such as Ike's Sandbur and Crabgrass Preventer are applied in the fall and spring. We suggest contacting your county extension office for specific timing in your area.
The general rule for spring is to apply your pre-emergent herbicide treatment after the ground has thawed from the winter but before the temperature of your soil reaches 55 degrees, as that is when crabgrass begins to germinate. Other weeds will germinate when the soil temperature is between 55 and 65 degrees. You can use a soil thermometer to determine the temperature of your lawn/area. You will want to measure the temperature of the soil a few inches below ground.
The ideal time to apply a fall pre-emergent herbicide to your yard is between August and November when the soil temperature is below 70 degrees and dropping.Ike's Sandbur and Crabgrass Preventer is applied at the rate of 1.1-1.6 fl oz per 1,000 sq ft for most grass species. It is not suggested to apply with a hose end applicator as volumes of water will differ. We recommend a hand pump or backpack sprayer for application. Please check out our calibration video here for tips.
A fall application of Ike's Sandbur and Crabgrass Preventer is recommended to help prevent the germination of winter weeds and to get an early start on preventing weeds for spring. Fall pre emergent applications will not stop weeds from germinating all spring and into summer therefore you would need to apply a pre emergent again in early spring when soil temps are just under 55 degrees to best prevent spring/summer weeds.
Please view our Lawn Care Schedule Calendar and Lawn Guides for more information.
For sandbur control, Ike's Sandbur and Crabgrass Preventer should be applied when soil temperatures reach 52 F and peak around 75 F. For best results, water the application in with an additonal ½ inch of rainfall or irrigation.
We suggest contacting your extension office for advice on when is the best time to treat in your area.
You will need to determine how many square feet each gallon of water covers or the full 3 gallons of water will cover. Depending on your turf type, you can use 1.1 to 1.6 fl oz of Ike's Sandbur and Crabgrass Preventer per 1000 sq ft you are treating for most applications.
Please review the full product label for more information and view our How to Calibrate Your Sprayer Video for step by step instructions.
The amount of water you use per 1,000 square feet will really depend on your walking pace, your height and the type of equipment you're using when applying Ike's Sandbur and Crabgrass Preventer. The rate of Ikes you use depends on the turfgrass type and program you are following. Complete instructions on the label.
We recommend calibrating your sprayer to figure out the amount of water you'll need to use, we have a video that can help you with this proces.
Per the product label for Ike's Sandbur and Crabgrass Preventer: Do not use more than 4.2 pints (2.1 quarts) per acre per application on residential and sod farm turfgrass. Do not use more than 6.3 pints (3.1 quarts) per acre per application on golf course turfgrass, commercial or other nonresidential turfgrass.
Ike's Sandbur and Crabgrass Preventer is a pre-emergent labeled for Puncturevine and crabgrass. It is only able to be used in certain states because it is not registered in most states. Pendulum 2G Herbicide has the same ingredient and is also labeled for crabgrass and puncturevine/goathead, and it can ship to you in AZ.
