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Scientific name

Treflan

Pesticide Classification
_X Herbicide	__ Fungicide __ Bactericide	__ Insecticide/Miticide __ Molluscicide __ Repellent
Properties	Properties	Properties
_X Selective __ Non-selective _X Pre-emergent __ Post-emergent __ Systemic _X 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:

	Greenview Preen American Weed and Grass Stopper
	American Weed and Grass Stopper

Chemical Action and Usages: Treflan (trifluralin) is a pre-emergent herbicide for the control of certain annual grasses and broad-leafed weeds in flower beds, around trees and shrubs and for weed control in gardens. This product is not registered for use in lawns. Application of this product should be made 2-4 weeks before germination of targeted weeds. Treflan kills weeds as they germinate but does not kill established weeds. Existing weeds should be eradicated and then this product applied.

Cautions/Instructions: Read the label carefully of the brand you have selected and apply the product according to the directions on the label. Special caution should be used in areas where desirable seeds will be planted soon. When using in gardens, follow specific instructions for each vegetable. Do not apply to or allow runoff into any pond, lake or stream.

Toxicity: May cause skin irritation in humans. This product is slightly toxic to pets and birds but highly toxic to fish and aquatic organisms.