Can You Use Too Much Tenacity?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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For product rates, we're

not allowed to exceed the maximum rate on the label

, no matter what. But, the state-by-state difference is when it comes to applying less than what's called for on the label. For example, the Tenacity label says that 5-8 fl oz/A can be applied to KBG.

How much tenacity should I use on my lawn?

Tenacity Application Rates. For pre-emergent and post-emergent applications, apply

4 to 8 ounces of Tenacity per acre in at least 30 gallons of water per acre

. For spot treatments, mix 0.33 ounces (0.5 teaspoons) of Tenacity Herbicide in 1 gallon of water to treat 1,000 square feet.

How much tenacity should I use?

For large areas, the typical application rate is between

4-8 fluid ounces per 30 gallons of water per acre

. For smaller areas and spot treatments, a half teaspoon of Tenacity in 1 gallon of water will treat 1,000 square feet. For example, if your area is 2,000 sq.

How much tenacity do I use per gallon?


1 teaspoon tenacity per gallon of water

. I highly recommend you use a surfactant as well. Directions will be on the label but it is added at 1 tablespoon per gallon. Tenacity comes with a syringe for measuring but you can eyeball it if you are careful or just get and old measuring spoon.

Can you spray your entire lawn with tenacity?

Answer:

Tenacity Herbicide can be used as a spot treatment in your lawn

. A broadcast application would be considered spraying over the entire lawn area. Spot treatment is used when you only have certain spots or areas that need to be treated versus the entire lawn.

What happens if you spray too much tenacity?

Read the product label thoroughly before applying.

Excessive use of this product can

cause a temporary burn or loss of color in your yard

. It may cause nonpermanent whitening of the turfgrass foliage. These symptoms appear five to seven days after the application and may last for several weeks.

How often should I apply tenacity?

You can apply Tenacity Herbicide

multiple times per year

as long as you do not exceed the maximum annual rate of 16 oz per Acre per year. To treat yellow nutsedge, you may need to reapply Tenacity after 2 to 3 weeks; be sure to use a non-ionic surfactant for post-emergent applications.

How quickly does tenacity work?

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Once absorbed, Tenacity quickly translocates throughout the plant

. Weed growth is suppressed soon after application, as photosynthesis is disrupted. Death of the plant usually occurs within two to three weeks.

How long after applying tenacity can I mow?

Answer: When using Tenacity Herbicide or other post-emergent herbicides, you should not mow

at least 2 days before or 2 days after applying the

product.

Does tenacity need to be watered in?

When used as a postemergent, susceptible weeds absorb Tenacity through foliar contact and soil absorption. Therefore, you should water in Tenacity when using it as a preemergent herbicide but

it does not need to be watered in

when using it as a postemergent herbicide.

What temperature should you use tenacity?

When is it best to apply Tenacity Herbicide? This herbicide is best used to a dry lawn in the spring or fall, making sure the

air temperature is not above 80 degrees

at the time of application. It takes about 2 hours to dry, and then it is OK to let pets and children play on the grass.

How long before tenacity is rainproof?

Re: Tenacity/Rain Proof

Give it

two weeks

if at all possible. Ideally you'd want 4-6 hours.

How much does 2 gallons of tenacity cover?

Answer: According to the Tenacity product label for smaller applications, you will need to mix

1 tsp of Tenacity and 3 tsp of surfactant

to 2 gallon of water, using 1 gallon each to cover 1,000 sq ft.

How long after tenacity can I fertilize?

Answer: We recommend waiting

2-4 weeks

between applications of herbicides and fertilizers to avoid over stressing the treated areas.

How long does tenacity stay in soil?

How long does Tenacity Herbicide last for? Tenacity will last

approximately 30 days

as a pre emergent.

Can you water after using tenacity?


Once it dries it can be watered

. If it does not rain within a week after applying tenacity you need to water your lawn in order for it to be effective. As far as cutting at least two days before and two days after.

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