How much does Primo slow down growth?

[fp_911]

My Bermuda is slowing down now that it's cooling off but I was wondering, how much does Primo really slow down Bermuda?

If I were to maintain at let's say 1" would I be able to mow weekly instead of the twice a week most people do?

What's frustrating with Bermuda is that if you let it go just a few days longer than you should it ends up cutting at the brown stalks. So I'm looking for a way where I don't have to worry about that happening each time I mow during the fast growing season.

What are the experiences of fellow Bermuda lawns here?

[Mightyquinn]

If you are mowing every 3-4 days right now, I think you would be able to maybe go 5-6 days with Primo. You could play around with the application rates and see if you could get 7 days. You may also want to look into cutting back on the Nitrogen too as that could help slow the growth some.


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[Will P.C.]

You 'should' be able to back up to once a week cutting with Primo. I was able to maintain once a week cutting this year. I had a few spots mainly around my neighbors property line that gets double the water and double the fert where my Mclane would have a tough time making it through.

As long as you are using 'recommended rates of N' and not getting a ton of rain you will be okay.

[fp_911]

Thank you both for the responses. Trying to plan for what I'll be doing next year!

[Michael Wise]

You won't regret it. Just be sure to check out the generics. They work just as good at a substantial savings.

And don't be afraid to get a bigger sprayer than you think you'll need. Remember it is monthly apps. Trying to stretch a small sprayer over too big an area can be miserable.

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[tellycoleman]

What are some good Generics?
I was kinda shocked by the price of Primo.
I am sure its a concentrate right?

[J_nick]

Yes it is a concentrate. I have common Bermuda and put it down at .75oz per 1000sqft so a gallon goes a long way. Hybrid bermudas doesn't even need that much. I use a generic called Podium. It's actually made by the same company that makes Primo Max with the same % of AI.

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[Michael Wise]

Other than Podium, T-Pac and T-Nex.

Your 419 will only use about .38 oz. per 1000 square feet a month.

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