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[@pestandlawnginja]

Pendimethalin has a tendency to STAIN. Also note the post emergent control for pendimethalin 2G states "pendulum 2g controls weeds as they germinate but will not control established weeds. Therefore, areas to be treated should be free of established weeds. For the control of established weeds, pendulum 2g may be used in conjunction with herbicides registered for postemergence use. See description for more information, as well as the products I used today. If you're looking for the best treatments for your lawn, check out my favorite products: Fertilizer 🛒 Propeat Fertilizer (Home Depot): tinyurl.com/vfmrs480 Yard Equipment 🛒 Sun Joe Scarifier and dethatcher (REQUIRES 12Gaugae Extension Cord) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/2MPTHQG 🛒 12gauge 100ft extension cord Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/2MQ7hn3 🛒 Thatch Rake Amazon (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/rimz6luc 🛒 Spyker hand held spreader Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/3jAMP6V 🛒 Levelawn Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/31Ry6e9 🛒 Rain Gauge 10 pack Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/3dWEoQU 🛒 Thermometer (Taylor digital thermometer) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/30fvZ7v 🛒 FlowZone Typhoon 2V Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/3rH6ncR DoMyOwn (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/423najqv 🛒 FlowZone Storm Backpack Sprayer Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/3aTOeSt DoMyOwn (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/53g8qmog 🛒 Solo Handheld Sprayer 2 Gallon w/ fan nozzle Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/2O2ApHy Herbicides for Cool Season Grass 🛒 Speedzone (For hard to kill weeds) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/2UkBVpC Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/y3emhy5a 🛒 T-Zone Herbicide (For hard to do weeds) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/2ZWLy3L Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/y4tqhy3o 🛒 Tenacity (Crabgrass and annual grass control) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/2L9xzP0 Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/y2go983a 🛒 Non-ionic Surfactant (to be purchased with Tenacity) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/2LduNIk Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/y653upkf 🛒 Methylated Seed Oil Duo Stick (Purchase with quinclorac products like drive xlr8) Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/yxt5q2zo 🛒 Drive XLR8 Quinclorac (annual grass killer / crabgrass killer) Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/48b8jssy Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/2ZWZI4N 🛒 Quinclorac 1.5L (annual grass killer / crabgrass killer) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/31ywx53 Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/m48nud7m Herbicides Warm Season grass types (READ LABEL FOR GRASS TYPE / WEED TARGET) 🛒 Weed Free Zone (general weed killer) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/3aPRdeB Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/4tlraqeq 🛒 Dismiss NXT (annual grass killer) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/3qbtBaB Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/10xoaovn 🛒 Certainty (annual grass killer/crabgrass killer) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/3d0Lt4c Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/14o52u3i Bug Sprays 🛒 Demand CS (Great to control most pests inside and out) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/2muP9Ue Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/v133017a 🛒 Transport mikron (Great for ant control and general pest) Amazon (PAID LINK): amzn.to/2ntfDW8 Domyown (PAID LINK): tinyurl.com/2de4vs6f As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Links marked as “PAID LINK” are affiliated.

[@garysaul2811]

where can I find Dimension in a smaller bottle-all I can find is 1/2 gallon,from the dilution rate something like tbsp/gal this will last me forever

[@pestandlawnginja]

they do that because they don't want home owners buying it at concentrate. the 1/2 gallon is about the smallest you'll get it. they used to do a 32oz jug but I haven't seen it in a while.

[@jtotheshua885]

Best lawn service videos out there man. Killing it with knowledge

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thank you! Really appreciate all the support

[@manuelmota1318]

I know this is very uncommon or unadvisedly but I used tenacity for spring seeding of KBG/PRG and it was the best think ever. I’m about 5 weeks in and it’s already nice and full with 0 weeds. Now it’s just maintenance from here

[@pestandlawnginja]

It is super common and the primary use for tenacity!!! It's fantastic

[@danb1391]

@@pestandlawnginja So you are saying the tenacity is ideal to put down as a primary pre-emergent. I am going to order a bottle to have on hand.

[@MarkMarino10]

The single-greatest lawn channel out there.

[@pestandlawnginja]

bro! huge compliment. thank you

[@MarkMarino10]

Pest and Lawn Ginja does that HJ brand have larger granules?

[@jimshorts5970]

Used HJ every 6 months, give or take, for several decades both in my yard and most of my mowing customers yards. Always went heavy and early in Bermuda yards but had to wait until after overseeding and germination for the fall app with fescue, usually late Oct/early Nov in OK. Hit it again in March and had very few weeds to deal with after a full season of Barricade.

[@pestandlawnginja]

great feedback Jim. thank you

[@erickessler6094]

WOW Professor Ginja, Thank you! What an astounding video & presentation of complex info! So much of this is over my head so I will have to listen to this 2 or 3 more times and take notes. Just outstanding!!! V/r, Eric

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks for watching Eric. You'll get it! Takes a little time to figure out all the vocabulary

[@DougKremer]

@11:45 The 8oz Tenacity bottle full-strength covers one acre. Great comparison video. This is the best and widest overall comparison I have found yet.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks for this

[@JamieR2077]

Incredible overview of the active ingredients... I've watched a few of your vids but subbed just because of this one!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks Jamie! Glad to hear you found value

[@corticus]

Honestly one of the best channels I have subbed to on YT. Great work Ginja!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Sam, really appreciate the compliment!!!

[@888HUSKERS]

Glad to see the informational content back on the channel.

[@pestandlawnginja]

LOL common....... I know you love the satire

[@inthelawn3241]

STOKED!!! very informative and definitely cleared up my confusion. I just put down a granular with dithiopyr about a month ago. I need to wait a few more weeks before I overseed.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Perfect!

[@corby4831]

Awesome videos... I’m a newbie & need all the help I can get. I can’t even tell you how many times I need to pause to take notes!!! Thanks Ginja!!!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Glad it was helpful! I really appreciate the support.

[@Bimmere]

Hey ginja, it’s a little pricey, but it’s good for picking up a new lawn that never had lawncare service and it’s spring and it’s loaded with weeds, they have dimension w/ lockup... I know dithiopyr has post emergent tendencies but only in the early stages of leaf tiller and that’s where lockup takes over!!! Works VERY well for knock down power and preemergent... I only use it when it’s a new takeover and they have a good base to work with but also has a ton of weeds in all different phases of development!!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Very cool. I'll have to consider it.

[@Samuel-om6dw]

I am sold on the Tenacity Herbicide and am waiting to try that on my lawn for a pre and post application. Thanks for sharing the vital information.

[@pestandlawnginja]

You're welcome samuel! It's a fun product.

[@grassthief1280]

The most detailed and most knowledgeable lawn care video on KZbin today By far head and shoulders above the rest the lawn GINGA 🎯🌴🌾

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks Chapo!! super kind

[@bdhelms54]

Thanks for breaking down the different pre emergent herbicides . The benefits and the problems you may have with certain ones. I know where i am at with bermuda grass is my main turf grass, that Tenacity is not an option. But the others are. Thanks again.

[@pestandlawnginja]

You're welcome. Thanks for the comment!

[@soilcreepsandgardengeeks71]

I subscribed my friend. As someone who hasn't used pre emergent in a long time and really is not an advocate of them, I really appreciate how informative and well conveyed this was. Nicely done, I really like your deep knowledge and straight forward delivery here without the fluff.....

[@pestandlawnginja]

Really appreciate the feedback. thanks for subscribing

[@Albert-fe8jx]

Great content. Thank you for posting additional notes in descr and the links in Amazon. I've never seen these in home improvement stores.

[@pestandlawnginja]

You're welcome. I'll be updating the notes as I get more time.

[@ewellacres]

With using pre emergent one of the benefits in using them specifically for gardens it will allow to significantly help with weed control when it comes to using starts.

[@pestandlawnginja]

absolutely! Be sure to read the labels. Many pre emergents are not garden safe.

[@A_Name_6168]

Thank you, Ginja. Your videos are so helpful.

[@pestandlawnginja]

You're welcome Ryan, thanks for the love

[@wilvertperez]

Great video again mister Ginja. If you open a Home garden store you will get all the costumers because you explain very well.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks for watching and commenting Wilvert! I'd talk to much in a home and garden store. I'd probably never leave lOL

[@duanemcclurg7897]

Your kid in the background is great!!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thank you! They love the comments that include them 👊🤩

[@jayfirebaugh]

Great overview! Very interesting point about switching it up. I hadn't heard that before.

[@pestandlawnginja]

indeed! Thanks for watching Jay!

[@brentlady39]

Ginja thank you for all the great videos and helpful tips. You are hands down one of the best lawn care tubers on KZbin. Oh and that beard is really coming along nicely 🤘

[@pestandlawnginja]

Super kind Brent!!! Thank you so much

[@trevormuggeridge4560]

Professor Al and Professor Ginga collaboration would be eye opening in mathematical calculations and information for us DIYers. 😁👍👍

[@pestandlawnginja]

ha, love it!!! Thanks for the compliment. made my day

[@shion_lwn]

Very knowledgeable and detailed explanation!! Super helpful!! Thank you Ginja!!

[@pestandlawnginja]

you're welcome! Glad that you found value.

[@robguilfoil2470]

An excellent review of pre-emergent options. Thank you.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Glad it was helpful!

[@JimmyLewisMows]

I'm doing cartwheels and summersaults myself in celebration of spring and being outside in the lawn again.

[@pestandlawnginja]

👉👊 . I feel you Jimmy!!!

[@lmc333]

This video is gem packed with so many good information... Thank you again for another great video !! I am subscribing now.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks for the sub! Glad you found value! appreciate the feedback!

[@popoandsonlawncare710]

What a great video! Thank you for the review!!! Great video to watch over and over again.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@hpyness]

Love how we are seeing much more talk of cycling herbicides for prevention of weed resistance. From all that I've read/seen on the subject though, the product's Mode of Action/Class has to be rotated in order to increase efficacy... not the active ingredient. For example: Pendimethalin, Prodiamine, and Dithiopyr all fall into the same group classification (Group 3) which means rotating between those active ingredients will not improve efficacy. Sadly, I overlooked this when stocking up for my yearly plans... I've got more pre-em's falling into the same class than I'd really like to admit, hahaha!

[@pestandlawnginja]

It is true. There are some benefits to switching up active ingredients but the majority of the benefits is switching classes. The options are super limited unless you're going to mix up a batch of corn gluten meal at $8 to $12 per 1000ft2

[@lindahammond7759]

Your videos are excellent. Thank you for your helpful advice.

[@pestandlawnginja]

You are so welcome!

[@gardenerpeng4446]

Your son is the main role in this video!:))

[@pestandlawnginja]

He had soo much fun! Thanks for commenting. made his day

[@Daniela-tb1oe]

Very knowledgeable! Excellent presentation.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks Daniela! appreciate the feedback

[@johnbarton1956]

Bro...nice work and thanks for the info!

[@pestandlawnginja]

You bet!

[@DonaldAJr]

Awesome video. Thanks for breaking it down like that. I noticed the other day that Prodiamine comes in two different Weed Types. I'm gonna guess you are just taking about Crabgrass so you didn't cover that. In case I have Dallisgrass what is the punchline for it?

[@pestandlawnginja]

msma or cma are the go to. Its a booger of a weed

[@TheFalconJetDriver]

Pest and Lawn Ginja nice answer however I tried to purchase those two chemicals here in west Texas and the supplier would not sell them to me. As a was told it could only be sold to golf courses, I said what about a farmer? No dice 😫🛫 what do you suggest?

[@gregorysampson8759]

Really well assembled information!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks!

[@sjgoff]

Great info as always Ginja.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks Steve! really appreciate you spending time to watch my videos

[@mray1255]

You’re getting in the way of the Olympic gymnastics going on in the background. 😄😄😄

[@pestandlawnginja]

👊😂 good call

[@bencarey8988]

i think the kid jumped into his head 🤣

[@1960Murf]

I subbed because of this video. Good info.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Great to have you!

[@paulslawncare]

You had a video with a special measuring cup that you were using for prodiamine/barricade.......where can I find that to buy??!! I’m tired of breaking out the scale or trying to remember how many teaspoons per square foot Etc. Thanks!!! Love the content you are putting out.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Those measuring cups come straight from the manufacturer. I would call domyown and see if they have any for sale

[@markS5780]

Great video Ginga. Saved to my lawn care favorites. What about Barricade? Doesn't that fit into this group somewhere?

[@pestandlawnginja]

barricade = prodiamine

[@rickwyattdotnet]

good stuff Ginja. Thanks for your knowledge bro.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks Rick! Great to hear from you

[@rxmonkey5946]

Yessss!! You’re back.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks Allen! Good to be back on the lawns

[@JL-qo7cs]

Very educational. Thanks a lot.

[@pestandlawnginja]

You're welcome. Thanks for the comment!

[@MIHYLLC]

Great info! Appreciate your knowledge with lawn care👍

[@pestandlawnginja]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching

[@stevenworley5716]

Hi Ginga, so glad you made this video. I am faced with helping a friend with an acre yard currently overrun with Dallisgrass, crabgrass and buttonweed. I treated with Blindside and MSMA for some current control but my concern is next year. I am not sure there is much Bermuda to push so am considering over seeding in mid May next year. My concern has been about the need for pre-emergent to help control the excessive weed germination but also need to be able to germinate the new Bermuda. Tenacity may be the answer. I am in Greensboro, NC area so crabgrass will likely be germinating by mid-March. When should I apply and will I be OK over seeding with Bermuda? After first year, prodiamine would be my choice in Feb. Thanks for all your GREAT videos and sharing your expertise.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Unfortunately Bermuda doesn't play well with tenacity. Check the prodiamine and dithiopyr label

[@feliperosa13]

Well done, great video!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks felipe!!!

[@capona6826]

The best content I’ve seen on this subject matter. Question: Are there spreader settings on these products for the popular spreader models?

[@pestandlawnginja]

only on a few of the bags. that would be the only frustrating part.

[@jhors7777]

Thanks for posting this helpful video

[@pestandlawnginja]

you're welcome! Thanks for dropping a comment.

[@Falcon-tf4ww]

Ginja, love your content and been subscribed for a while. Full of very useful information. Taking care of new Kentucky blue sod up here in Michigan. Will a pre emergent stop my bluegrass seed tops from germinating when they appear in mid-May? I like to let it grow so the seed tops get put back down when I mow (mulch). And will a pre emergent stop the ‘clump tall fescue’ from germinating? That coarse grass took over my old lawn. It was everywhere and was told the only way to get rid of it was to use Roundup. Thanks for being there for us lawn geeks!!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Pre emergents stop seed germination. It will not stop seed head formation but still disallow those seeds tp germinate adds the pre emergent products are active. It will stop bunching tall fescue seed germination but if the seed has already germinated those grasses will emerge. It will not stop rhizome spreads either so the clumps will get larger

[@Falcon-tf4ww]

Thanks for the feedback Ginja. Love your videos!!

[@themotivatedgardenergarden7822]

Had to watch twice Mr Gija there was acrobat doing cart wheels and then later on the dog was enjoying a back rub on the weed free lawn so I missed some but I've got it all now 😁 good job

[@pestandlawnginja]

My little photo bomber was on point!!! LOL

[@FresYESLawnDude]

Great video Ginja!!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks!!! Appreciate you watching.

[@harryharry3193]

Great vid My question is this. I overseeded last fall, and its now a solid 5 months since KYB and Rye germinated. Its time to prevent crabgrass, so Is my grass mature enough to handle Prodiamine? Or should I put down Tenacity? I have not applied ANY pre emergent at all ever. I did throw down more seed 4 weeks ago as a winter experiment to create a thicker lawn, but I am more focused on the young KYB and if prodiamine will hurt its root growth. Thanks

[@pestandlawnginja]

If you're still in the process of overseeding I would recommend you stick with tenacity. however, even tenacity isn't rated for newly emerged grass 😒. You'll need to hold off a bit if you want the new seed to take and stay strong.

[@v40johan]

As always a great vid. As a Swede, I have to ask if there is any organic alternative, because these products are difficult to obtain outside the US? Cheers!

[@pestandlawnginja]

yes there is. Corn Gluten meal. there should be plenty instructions on google for rates. Thanks for watching! Love the Swede's!!!

[@reelbobshady7458]

Pre Emergent For President!

[@pestandlawnginja]

MPEGA (make pre emergent great again)

[@Onedrank]

Great information. appreciate it 👍

[@pestandlawnginja]

You're welcome Jay!!! Flo on my friend

[@dgoode2846]

Great explanation, thank you. 👍👍

[@pestandlawnginja]

You're welcome D Goode!!! Thanks for the comment!

[@theeapco]

Great info Ginja!!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks!!! appreciate you watching

[@shawnamison2485]

Good advice as usual! I get a lot of grassy annual weeds, crab grass wasn't too bad last year but I really want to take out the POA, foxtail, barnyard grass (and quack if at all possible but I'm probably screwed either way with quackgrass). My goal this spring and summer is to control weeds and make a good foundation for a heavy overseeding and renovation mid August, so the weeds arent causing problems and choking the seed out later on. Any suggestions? I was thinking about doing a 4 month app rate of prodiamine in a couple weeks. And maybe tenacity if it will be needed just prior to seeding in August. Prodiamine is quite a bit cheaper than dithipoyr.

[@pestandlawnginja]

If you have the extra $$ I would do an 2 to 3 month app of pendimethalin and then an app of tenacity every two weeks followed by the overseed on the 2nd or 3rd app.

[@iverson2k10]

How would you suggest when wanting to add st aug plugs to a lawn renovation?

[@music09122001]

I am just south of STL and getting ahead of the game this year, first full year with this house and first time homeowner. Watched this video along with a few others (GCI, Ryan K, LCN) I chose tenacity with Southern AG surfactant and Lazer dye for even app as my pre-emergent this year. I did two post emergent apps last year late with store bought (saw limited result) and a lot of hand pulling and hard raking before over seeding in September. I was 85/15 weed/grass when I bought the house now I am probably 40/60 weed(mainly creeping charlie and star/crabgrass)/grass. Any advice going into spring? not looking for a golf course, just the nicest lawn in town. BTW this video got you a sub. Thank you in advance for any and all advice.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Hey C_Town. I'm all about diagnosing first. Could be that you're fighting some perennial grass types as opposed to annual grasses. First things first we need a 100% positive identification on what you're trying to get rid of. Creeping charlie is best treated in the fall time with a triclopyr based spray. Sounds like you're on the right track. Just keep in mind if you do a pre emergent you won't be able to do a spring overseed unless you stick with tenacity and the pre emergent properties won't nearly as long as the pre emergents in this video. I would take some samples of the weeds to a local nursery and get some positive identification then we can put together a solid plan of action.

[@danb1391]

So at this point, August, I may as well start researching and coming up with a plan to prevent all the crab grass for next spring. Fertilize and get the ground ready for Spring of 2020. I just took over this job as my landscaper was very inconsistent this year. Figure I will save money in the long run learning how to do this myself. Are there any precautions or cautions for pets and kids playing on the lawn in reference to these products? Great video btw.

[@pestandlawnginja]

There general rule is to let it dry before re entry. With the granular products you want to water in .5" after applying it.

[@danb1391]

Pest and Lawn Ginja cool thanks. Yeah we have the irrigation system running twice a day as well

[@pestandlawnginja]

I suggest watering 2x to 3x per week only

[@danb1391]

Pest and Lawn Ginja really. Ok.

[@danb1391]

Pest and Lawn Ginja year round or just during the fall. I’m in MA.

[@johnmack1399]

Ned!!!! Oh and thanks for the info!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Ned is back! HAHAHA. You're welcome! Thanks for the comment

[@comingtofull-ageinchrist6736]

okay, so I have this "Annual bluegrass" Botanical name: Poa annua; common name: annual meadow grass, Annual bluegrass, Los spear grass, Six week grass; Genus: Bluegrass (Poa). and every year it has gotten thicker, even though I have spent many hours pulling it in previous years. What can I use to kill this stuff? It's 400 times worse this year than last year and not sure what to do. According to my app. I took a picture to identify it, and it's native to Europe and Asia. It says Poa annua is known commonly as both annual bluegrass and poa. The Latin name is derived from the Greek word poa, which is a type of fodder grass. I've been pulling it up by hand, and according to this app, this is one method to prevent infestation again, which I have done every time I saw a new plant come up, but this year it covers, at least, 30% of my yard. It says herbicides may be required but in the fall to prevent the new seeds from coming up. Have you had to deal with any of this? I have Tenacity and Quinclorac XLR8. In previous years I have also used TZone with them. Do you have any suggestions? I did notice the roots are small and shallow. I guess I can breakout the trusty dethatch rake ugh lol It's crazy how much has come up this year; because I spend many hours every summer pulling unwanted weeds as well as spot spraying and full cover spray as well. It's really like a nightmare this year. what will kill what has already grown?

[@tomhigbee5308]

Do you wear a mask when spraying prodiamine? Thanks

[@pestandlawnginja]

The label doesn't require it with the product we use.

[@kevinyoungblut]

I'm not sure if my problem would be included with this list but I have thistles spreading into my lawn from the unmaintained pasture next to it. Any suggestions? Thanks Ginja.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Hey Kevin! Sorry this comment went un replied. Thistle is best managed by a split app of prodiamine and using speedzone to spot spray. It'll take 2 seasons to filter out. be sure your watering properly the entire season to get the full use out of your pre emergents.

[@grassthief1280]

Another awsome VID by the NINJA

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks chapo!

[@bstevermer9293]

These are great vids, How did you get started in this work?

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks B. I sold door to door for 6 years and listened to people's concerns. Dove in after that and learned first hand on the lawns.

[@fordguyfordguy]

Love the cupula on your home!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks Andrew!!! Appreciate you watching and commenting

[@robertcummings826]

Great video and detail...thank you. I am in Charlotte with 2/3 acre lot and since it is now April I did not put down a pre-emergent yet. is it too late to do a PE? Can I just use the Tenacity now and then start with PE next year?

[@66herman66]

What preemergent is safe for grazing animals. How long should you keep them off. Thanks

[@pestandlawnginja]

Tough questions. According to the msds no herbicide is recommended for grazing animals

[@rayboo829]

Wow excellent video !! Ok here’s where I’m at .... I did a 500sq’ Sod last April, it took and looked awesome, in late Nov I laid Greenville winter fert do I need to do anything in the spring I’m in southeastern Pa? I do own Tenacity and a million other fertilizers... I’m totally new to lawn care and I did notice a jumble of something in a few area’s in the lawn at the end of the season thanks in advance

[@pestandlawnginja]

Really depends on the type of grass you have and your lawn goals. Pre emergents are great and best applied before the ground temps hit 50 degrees. I use tenacity as more of a pre / post emergent and not as much as a stand alone pre emergent. It doesn't do as good of a pre emergent job as compared to straight dithiopyr or prodiamine.

[@rayboo829]

Pest and Lawn Ginja Sorry forgot I have Kentucky Bluegrass and I cut tall 3-3/12” usually cut between 2 -3 times a week

[@pestandlawnginja]

@@rayboo829 love it. sounds like you're doing well. I'd hit it with some prodiamine if you're going to use pre emergent. you could do that now.

[@rayboo829]

Pest and Lawn Ginja cool thank you! I’ve watched a ton of these type of videos and yours is by far the most informative keep em comming you have a new follower and fan !!!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks!

[@mikeprice4547]

I just discovered your channel and wow, what a trove of detailed info. Historically, I haven't done much other then apply weed/feed fertilizer in Spring/Summer/Fall because I don't have irrigation and I'm on a full Acre in New England so I've always relied on Mother Nature for watering. Unfortunately, the lawn is pretty weed heavy so I'm considering a baseline dose of Tenacity this October to eliminate the current weeds, followed by dithiopyr later that month and again in the Spring with my usual fertilizing to get something looking somewhat respectable. Does this sound reasonable or would I be wasting my money until I get an irrigation system installed to properly water?

[@pestandlawnginja]

I wouldn't recommend the dithiopyr unless the crabgrass is still in the 2 to 3 leaf stage. Prodiamine is much cheaper and stays in the soil better. As for the constant weed problems I would focus on a cheap calcium source and try to get some water to hell the grass

[@bertcruz2774]

Where is the spreadsheet? I enjoyed your video!!! Well done..

[@pestandlawnginja]

Hi Bert! I don't have a master downloadable version since the prices are always changing.

[@ea214]

The cost per 1000 square feet was great info.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks Eric. I thought it was good for everyone to digest.

[@maryp6185]

Are those the Rockies behind you? I'm in Fort Collins trying to deal with clay soil and crabgrass. Thanks for the info, especially the pricing.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Yes they are! I'm in Utah. very similar conditions to where your at.

[@mibooth1852]

Lawn ginja, i just put down Scotts weed & feed last week after reading the bag i didn't see any of these chemicals you mentioned can i put down one of these products you showed with out any harm to my lawn ? I'm located in Denver, Colo.

[@pestandlawnginja]

If it's just pre emergent and no fertilizer you'll be just fine.

[@f1ft33k]

I’m planning laying sod for the backyard, which currently overtaken by weed and crab grass. Which pre emergent should I use while tilling the soil for better results? Thanks.

[@pestandlawnginja]

application should be made after you're completely finished and within 2 weeks of the finished product. I prefer prodiamine at the high rates

[@michaeljude1965]

Great Vid! I went with Tenacity this year, with a lawn comprised of such a high percentage of weeds, I was expecting more bareness, its only been a week though. Such a small dose makes me question if I did it right though. 2 teaspoons of tenacity from a backpack sprayer for 1000sq ft of lawn sounds right though?

[@pestandlawnginja]

It's recommended at .68 to 1 teaspoon per 1000ft2

[@marthaclaus]

ok I don't have a spreader. I want to spread the stuff by hand and can't imagine out how densly to spread it. Is there any way to communicate how densly you should spread it?

[@pestandlawnginja]

Gosh. That's difficult. It needs to be spread at so many lbs per 1000ft2. The more precise you can be the better cost savings and efficacy.

[@mstrlucky652]

Thanks and great vid. I love in Northeast and have KBG. Should I aerate in early spring before pre-emerg? Thanks

[@pestandlawnginja]

I prefer to scarify

[@danjohnson6292]

Yo Ginja, I was just in Draper over the weekend for high school lacrosse. We played at Corner Canyon and Juan Diego high schools. They had turf ;-(

[@pestandlawnginja]

I'm in those areas every now are then. turf huh.... crazy

[@danjohnson6292]

Beautiful weekend!! Beautiful City!!

[@pestandlawnginja]

@@danjohnson6292 ridiculous isn't it. sometimes I forget how beautiful it is until I leave and come back.

[@irinasharomova2267]

Thank you for good, informative video, Ginga. The question. What to do after Tenacity application if most of the lawn got white?🤦🏻‍♀️😁😁Overseeding?

[@pestandlawnginja]

bio stimulants like humate and sea kelp every 2 weeks

[@kamuli007]

Something is eating the leaves of my 3 weeks old grass. It’s tall fescue and I noticed that the germinated seeds heads are trimmed in a newly planted area. Any suggestions ?

[@pestandlawnginja]

That's odd........ send some pics on facebook

[@jdcastleton]

How are your soil temps? How close are you from applying your pre emergent?

[@pestandlawnginja]

My local soil temps are hovering around 50 degrees. It's been snowing and sleeting all week. Most wouldn't think the soil is that warm IMO. We started putting down pre emergent march 1st. I'll be using tenacity and an overseed on my lawn this season so I'm holding off for a bit.

[@jdcastleton]

Pest and Lawn Ginja I bought your same soil thermometer. I’ve been testing my temps. I’m looking to apply my Prodiamine next Saturday. It’s a great time of the year. Keep up the great content!

[@pestandlawnginja]

Awesome! I'm shocked at how well it works. Almost a year old and still kicking.

[@slcbodyshop]

Very deep. Thanks.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Thanks for listening

[@tomn5880]

early spring 2019 I used a pre emergent crabgrass preventer and we've never had such a beautiful lawn. The bag was white with black lettering. It said crabgrass preventer as a lable and one bag of granular material covered 10,000 sq ft. Couldn't find it this year so we used Scots Crabgrass pre emergent and our lawn is inundated with dandelions. Do you have any idea who made the product we used?

[@pestandlawnginja]

not a clue hahaha. so many products out there. Most likely pendimethalyn or dithiopyr.

[@kevinmccarthy1076]

I bought Tenacity, Serfactan and Lazer. Do I want to water it in, or apply it when there is no rain expected?

[@pestandlawnginja]

it needs to dry if you use it as a post emergent and then you need to water it in.

[@marieweir2206]

Hey there LOVE your channel! Question, I am doing a lawn renovation in the next couple weekends. I have the tenacity and surfactant to put down in my weed riddled lawn. I assume that is as a post emergent since it is post weed growth. Once a couple weeks have gone by and I am seeing the result of that application do I then aerate and over-seed? And then at what point do I put tenacity back down as a pre emergent so that weeds don’t attack my new seedlings? Hopefully some of that is correct and you know how to help a new lawn learner like me! I live in a high end neighborhood and am trying to keep up without paying a service to put subpar stuff down. Plus I enjoy it!

[@pestandlawnginja]

tenacity isn't a long standing pre emergent so i prefer to do 2 back to back 14 days apart. then on the second one I drop the seed. so yes, you can aerate and overseed that same day.

[@BermudaBoss]

Great video and info Ginja! Can you share what you are using to edit? Looks great man 👍

[@pestandlawnginja]

I use imovie. I like to keep it simple.

[@BermudaBoss]

@@pestandlawnginja thanks Ginja!!

[@CopperCanyonTerrapins]

I use IFA's 4 step program... is their step one crabgrass premergent adequate or should I use something in addition?

[@pestandlawnginja]

It's adequate. the granular size is large so you won't have as good of coverage as a standalone pre m. if it's worked in the past don't change it.

[@wadeb.5509]

Great info - thanks

[@pestandlawnginja]

You're welcome wade!

[@wadeb.5509]

@@pestandlawnginja Do you have a recco for a post emergent I can use on newly (last fall) seeded fescue and a super bare area of bermuda. Dont want to discourage rooting for a couple of more seasons so I need to go at it in a post emerg way. I can aquire a backpack sprayer and blanket spray it. (Tenacity on the list for next fall for sure)

[@Brettsgrasscapades]

Love it!

[@pestandlawnginja]

I can't believe you got first!

[@dronemaddness5148]

You'r welcome sweet cheeks, that I let you be first. Lol...🥰😉

[@Brettsgrasscapades]

@@dronemaddness5148 awww thanks.

[@pestandlawnginja]

That's funny striperman

[@Brettsgrasscapades]

@striperman I let me win. I don't need anyone's help.

[@tristonm37]

If I didnt know any better. I would say that you are in Norther Utah... If so, what is the lay down cut off for pre-emerg

[@pestandlawnginja]

It's always about soil temps. It's commonly too late by april 15 to april 25 IMO

[@smokestack9795]

I have POA annua that I need to address this fall, can I use tenacity after I aerate and overseed? Or do I have to forgo seeding all together and just use prodiamine or Dimension? Thanks again for the great content.

[@pestandlawnginja]

Tenacity works great for POA. Just keep in mind you'll need to do back to back applications within 2 to 3 weeks.

[@liamhenry8164]

Thanks for reply on sprayers. My next question is Spring Pre-emergent weed control its march in Chicago soil temp is 46-47 degrees. I have tenacity used last year is prodiamine better this year and then how long after to 1st fertilize. 3000sq.ft. to do.

[@pestandlawnginja]

I try and educate people that tenacity doesn't last long. It was never meant to be the ultimate pre emergent. More of a supplement. If you read the label the label suggests mixing prodiamine into the tenacity for extended pre emergent periods.

[@lushlawns8904]

What do you use for planting beds for weed control?

[@pestandlawnginja]

dithiopyr as long as you're not planning on planting new seeds

[@lushlawns8904]

@@pestandlawnginja I was thinking about using snapshot

[@pestandlawnginja]

@@lushlawns8904 isoxaben is a great choice

[@jetmaster1221]

following you awesome videos, im in the northeast. I havent bought it yet. my lawn is in great shape but I'm at the point where I'm beyond using scotts products. ryegrass fescure mix in my lawn what do you recommend?

[@pestandlawnginja]

either prodiamine or dithiopyr

[@mikelevanduski7841]

Great video. I live in upstate NY and have always had good luck using scotts crabgrass halts. I usually put down halts the end of March or early April. I then go with scotts weed and feed in May and my lawn is beautiful until end of July and the crabbgrass starts to apper. Would yourecommend using Tenacity in the middle of June and would it help take care of the July crabgrass? Thank you

[@pestandlawnginja]

Hi Mike! Tenacity isn't the best solution for a true pre emergent. It does really well getting rid of crabgrass. I recommend people use it as a pre emergent while over seeding. If you're planning on using a pre emergent stick to the course you've been following. It's a great product to kill crabgrass after it's emerged.