As the weather gets warmer, broadleaf weed pressure is bound to increase. Having the right plan in place will help you keep them in check and reduce the need to respray.
Whether you’re a lawn care operator, sports field manager, or golf course superintendent, you know repeat applications cost you time, take up labor, and eat into your margin or budget.
The good news? You can cut down on resprays with a broadleaf weed program built around the right products and the right timing.
Your Strategy Is Important
The most effective programs don’t wait for weeds to appear. Pre-emergent herbicides applied in early spring will keep broadleaf weeds from becoming a significant problem. Because environmental conditions (especially heat) can shorten residual control, split applications are often necessary to maintain coverage into the summer months. This proactive approach significantly reduces the number of weeds that require post-emergent control later.
Post-emergent herbicides shine when you need to handle breakthrough and deal with stubborn weeds. Products containing 2,4-D, dicamba, and quinclorac are common choices. These serve as a second line of defense to pre-emergents, which will have already minimized pressure.
Conditions and Timing Drive Results
Even a well-designed program can fall short if applications are made under poor conditions. Extreme heat and drought stress can reduce the efficacy of applications and increase the risk of turf injury. Making applications at the proper time and under optimal conditions will lead to better uptake, enhanced control, and fewer resprays.
What Well-Planned Programs Deliver
For lawn care operators, you’ll have fewer callbacks and be able to deliver more predictable results for your customers. If you manage sports fields, you’ll have more consistent control and won’t have as much disruption from repeat applications. On the golf course, you’ll be able to deliver better playing conditions while using fewer inputs and labor on reactive applications.
Plan Ahead To Stay Ahead
Staying ahead of broadleaf weeds is the name of the game this season, and when you have a custom plan that’s built on experience, they won’t stand a chance. Your Advanced Turf Solutions rep is here to build that plan for you, so you can focus on your day-to-day. Connect with your rep today to put your plan in motion.
