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Trimec

Pesticide Classification
_X Herbicide	__ Fungicide __ Bactericide	__ Insecticide/Miticide __ Molluscicide __ Repellent
Properties	Properties	Properties
_X Selective __ Non-selective __ Pre-emergent _X Post-emergent _X Systemic __ Contact	__ Broad Spectrum __ Specific __ Systemic __ Non-systemic __ Protectant __ Eradicant	__ Synthetic __ Biological __ Oil __ Soap __ Botanical __ Other	__ Broad-spectrum __ Specific __ Systemic __ Non-systemic __ Contact poison __ Stomach poison __ Other

Common Brand Names:

	Bayer Advanced All-in-one Weed Killer for Lawns (+MSMA)
	Bonide Weed Beater
	Ferti-lome Weed Out
	Ferti-lome Weed Out Plus (+ MSMA)
	Fertilome Weed Free Zone (+ Carfentrazone)
	Speedzone (+ Carfentrazone)

Chemical Action and Usages: Trimec is a selective herbicide for the control of a wide range of broad-leafed weeds including dandelion, plantains, chickweed, clover, henbit, spurge, wild onion and more in established lawns without harming the turf grass. It may also be used for broadleaf weed control in other non-crop areas of the landscape. Trimec is a combination of 2, 4-D, MCPP and Dicamba. The addition of MSMA in the products listed above adds some post emergence control of some grassy weeds including crabgrass, dallis grass and yellow nutsedge. These chemicals are absorbed through the leaves and translocated throughout the plant. Trimec is available in liquid concentrate, RTU sprays and in granular form as a weed killer or in combination with lawn fertilizer (Weed and Feed). For better control of nut sedges, see the information on Specialty/Nut-Sedge and for better control of clover, wild violets and other hard to control broad-leafs see the information on Specialty/Broadleaves. Spot spraying of weeds helps protect the environment and uses less chemical.

Cautions/Instructions: Read the label carefully of the brand and formulation you have selected. Apply the product according to the direction on the label. Avoid spraying when air temperatures are above 90 degrees F. Do not apply this product in windy conditions as damage to desirable vegetation may result. Do not apply this product when rain or irrigation is expected within 24 hours. The dicamba in this product may be absorbed by surface and shallow roots and cause significant damage to desirable trees and shrubs.

Toxicity: Low to moderate toxicity to humans (eye and skin irritations), pets, birds and fish. Low toxicity to bees.