Andersons 0.48 Barricade Herbicide contains a pre-emergent that needs to be applied before weeds have emerged as it is used to prevent germination. Please contact your local cooperative extension office to determine the correct timing of the application as this will vary greatly from region to region.
Unfortunately we do not have the spreader settings for that specific combo and the manufacturer does not list that spreader on their bag of Andersons 0.48 Barricade Herbicide. Due to there being thousands of granules on the market and just as many different types of spreaders, you will want to calibrate your spreader to the product you are using and its application rates. You can see a short video on how to accomplish this below.
How to Calibrate your Spreader
Andersons Barricade is safe for pets and kids as long as they are not in the area during application. The granules will need to be watered in to be activated, and once the product has had time to try they are safe to re-enter the area.
Yes, you are able to overseed after an application of Andersons 0.48 Barricade Herbicide. This product could inhibit the germination of turf species if you overseed too soon after an application. Please follow the intervals given based on the rates used on the table located on page two of the product label for best overseeding/reseeding results.
When used at the lowest rates, it starts at 4 months after application that you can overseed.
No, Andersons 0.48 Barricade Herbicide is a pre-emergent that helps prevent weeds on the label from germinating, it does not contain a fertilizer. What fertilizer you need is going to vary depending on what nutrients are needed. We actually have a great guide that can explain how to select the best fertilizer for your lawn. You can find the guide here
When applying Andersons 0.48 Barricade Herbicide there is no wait time to fertilize, you can apply around the same time.
Per the product label of Andersons 0.48 Barricade Herbicide, "Apply this product to dry foliage only. Overhead irrigation or rainfall soon after application will wash granules off plant foliage and activate this product in the soil." You may want to wait until there is no rain in the forecast. Though you should water in the product ½ inch within 7 days of applying.
Yes, it is best to water in after an application of Andersons 0.48 Barricade Herbicide. If not it should be done within 7-10 days to get the barrier created.
Andersons 0.48 Barricade Herbicide has a shelf life of 2 to 3 years as long as you store it in a cool, dry place. The biggest thing is that you need to make sure no moisture gets to the product while in storage. Otherwise, it can remain effective for years. Most people store it in a large Tupperware or 5-gallon bucket with a lid after opening it.
Andersons 0.48 Barricade Herbicide can be applied to well established turfgrass. If you were able to mow the grass atleast twice it should be safe to use a pre-emergent this spring.
Andersons 0.48 Barricade Herbicide does not require a wait time before applying another weed and feed product. However, keep in mind that this is a pre-emergent herbicide that needs to be watered in to activate the product. You should also refrain from mowing within 2 days of either of those applications.
2,4-D would be applied anytime you have the actively growing broadleaf weeds listed on the product label. There is no time restrictions for applying after the Andersons 0.48 Barricade Herbicide. Just do not water for 24 hours after applying 2,4-D
Andersons 0.48?rricade coverage area will vary. It is applied at 1.8-7.3 lbs/1000 sq. ft. depending on your turf type. Please see the label for complete application instructions.
Yes, The Anderson's 0.48 Barricade Herbicide is labeled for safe for all of those grasses as long as they are established. Just meaning that you've mowed them at least 2-3 times
The Anderson's 0.48 Barricade Herbicide will only prevent any seeds that are in the soil from emerging when applied before germinate. Any dead weeds should really be raked up/removed from the area for better lawn health.
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 Anderson's 0.48 Barricade Herbicide can be applied in gravel areas, you would just need to use more water to ensure the product travels past the gravel on to the soil. If you do not use more water (it will not dilute it, just help it travel) you will get limited to no results
We also recommended testing a small area first to make sure it does not stain the gravel if that is a concern
Yes, The Anderson's 0.48 Barricade Herbicide can be applied near Peonies without harming them. It is safe for use around established perennial and wildflower plantings as directed on the product label.
The rate of The Anderson's 0.48 Barricade Herbicide is the same for both KBG & rye. The rates are 1.8 - 3.6 lbs per 1k square feet. The label states to not use more than 2 applications per year & no more than 7.2lbs per 1k square feet. So even two applications at the highest rate of 3.6 would still be within the label's range
