Timing question (in general) with mowing/applying a product
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Timing question (in general) with mowing/applying a product
When a label says "...not disturbed by mowing for at least 2 days before and 2 days after application", and I mowed on a Sunday evening, can I apply the product Tuesday evening (i.e. Sunday night to Monday night is 1 day, and Monday night to Tuesday night is 2 days, so I can now apply), or should I wait until Wednesday (i.e. I mowed Sunday, I do nothing for 2 days (Monday and Tuesday), and then I apply it Wednesday)?
I know this is very basic but it often trips me up...
Thank you.
I know this is very basic but it often trips me up...
Thank you.
- andy10917
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Re: Timing question (in general) with mowing/applying a product
Don't overcomplicate things or get hung up on tiny details. 12 hours will have almost zero impact.
- HoosierLawnGnome
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Re: Timing question (in general) with mowing/applying a product
Its fine.
The idea is to minimize stress on desirable turf. Right after a mow the plant is stressed a bit and needs to heal a bit.
Meanwhile most herbicides need to be on the foliage long enough for it to get into the plant.
It's also a lot harder to identify weeds right after you mow.
The idea is to minimize stress on desirable turf. Right after a mow the plant is stressed a bit and needs to heal a bit.
Meanwhile most herbicides need to be on the foliage long enough for it to get into the plant.
It's also a lot harder to identify weeds right after you mow.
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Re: Timing question (in general) with mowing/applying a product
Thanks guys. I do tend to overcomplicate...
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