Scythe Herbicide - Questions & Answers

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  • Asked by Lou
    04/13/2014
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    What is the shelf life of Scythe?
    A
    The shelf life of Scythe if stored in a cool dry area is 3 years.
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  • Asked by Ellen from Vienna, Va
    05/10/2017
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    Would using a surfactant make Scythe Herbicide more effective?
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    Yes, a surfactant can be added to the Scythe Herbicide to make the product adhere to the plant more effectively. It is recommended that you use 1-2 teaspoons of surfactant per gallon of water.

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  • Asked by Zack from Ny
    06/26/2014
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    What are some similar products to Scythe
    For Weed control on a hop farm in NY state
    A
    Scythe is a unique product in itself.That we know of, there are not any non selective herbicides that contain the same active ingredients. Please call us at 866-581-7378 with any questions.
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  • Asked by Richard from Tonto Basin Arizona
    10/26/2014
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    How does Scythe Herbicide compare to Ranger-Pro herbicide?
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    Scythe Herbicide will only control actively growing emerged green vegetation. It provides burndown of both annual and perennial broadleaf and grass weeds, as well as most mosses and other cryptogams. It is labeled to be used in ornamental palnts in landscape and turf. Additional treatments may be required for new emerging weeds.

    Ranger Pro has the same active ingredient as Round Up. It is just as effective and is water soluble liquid with surfactant and no additional surfactant is required. It is then absorbed into the soil and breaks down naturally, and therefore will not spread through the ground and kill neighboring plants.

    Depending on what you are treating for will depend on what we would recommend for you. If you are treating general weeds in certain areas, we would recommend using Ranger Pro as a spot treatment. It does have the potential to kill a lot of weeds.

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  • Asked by Phil from Whittier, Ca
    02/20/2018
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    Will Scythe Herbicide kill Ivy?
    I want to remove the ivy from my back hill, but getting to the main plant (it's over 50 years old) is a problem, I have heard that if I mix Scythe with Round-up it will kill both the ivy leaf and the runners. Is this true? If I can kill it off I can then get to the main plant and tear it out.
    A

    Scythe Herbicide is not labeled to treat ivy. With English ivy, because it of the waxy leaves, we do recommend a brush killer. It is possible that it could kill the perennials if you are not spraying carefully. You will need to do a spot treatment with Bonide Poison Ivy and Brush Killer. Also, this product is for use on Bluegrass, Fescue, Rye, Bent, Bermuda, Bahia and Zoysia Lawns. Avoid application to St. Augustine or centipede lawns unless injury can be tolerated. Do not spray Carpet grass, Dichondra or desirable clovers. May cause temporary yellowing of some Bermudagrass turf. Do not exceed specified dosages for any area. Be particularly careful applying within the drip line of trees and other ornamental species. Avoid contact with exposed feeder roots of ornamentals and trees.

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  • Asked by Mike from Pa
    04/30/2018
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    Is Scythe Herbicide safe for honey bees?
    Trying to kill knotweed.
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    Scythe Herbicide should not harm honey bees as long as they are not sprayed directly or contact the wet surfaces. It is best to apply products when bees are not foraging.

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  • Asked by Rick from Wheeling, Wv
    07/01/2021
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    How much Scythe Herbicide do I put in for one gallon of water?
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    Scythe Herbicide is mixed at 1.3 to 13 oz per gallon of water per 1000 sq ft. It is recommended to mix with 1-2 teaspoons of surfactant per gallon of water.

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  • Asked by Angels from St. George Island, Fl
    05/15/2019
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    Will Scythe Herbicide control dodder vine?
    I have Vitex growing as a privacy hedge and dodder has attacked it. Will Scythe kill the dodder? Will it save the Vitex?
    A

    Dodder can be very tricky to control effectively, especially without potentially harming the desirable plants. Some articles such as this one do suggest that Scythe Herbicide can be effective in controlling dodder. You need to be very careful that you are only spraying the leafy and green parts of the dodder and not the desirable plants since Scythe will harm any leafy/green plants you spray with it. You also want to remove other host plants like weeds in the area so that dodder does not attach to them. We recommend contacting your local Cooperative Extension office in case there is tracking of dodder in your area.

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  • Asked by Jake from Santa Fe
    04/25/2017
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    Would Scythe Herbicide be a good option for Russian Sage runners and save mother plant?
    A

    Scythe Herbicide will control actively growing emerged green vegetation it is applied to but does not damage mature, non-green, woody parts of plants.  

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  • Asked by Barbara from Amarillo, Tx
    09/21/2018
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    Is Scythe Herbicide labelled to treat for bindweed?
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    Scythe Herbicide is not labeled for bindweed.  You may want to consider a product like Speedzone Red instead. 

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  • Asked by Hayburner from Northern Utah
    08/07/2019
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    Can Scythe Herbicide be used for spot treatment in a horse pasture? If so, how long before I can let horse back in
    It's too hot to spray 2,4-D but some weeds are getting really bad. I want to shoot em before they go to seed. I've used Scythe for other things and really like it just want to be sure its okay for the horse
    A

    Scythe Herbicide is not labeled to be used in any areas that animals graze or pastures.  You can use 2,4-D products in the morning before temperatures get too hot.

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  • Asked by Tam from New Albany
    03/30/2020
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    I have read that Scythe can kill Nostoc.
    Have you had any experience with Scythe working on Nostoc? Is there a cheaper alternative to getting rid of Nostoc?
    A
    Scythe Herbicide is non-selective post-emergent herbicide and is not labeled for killing nostoc. We recommend that you contact your local cooperative extension office for an alternative recommendation.
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  • Asked by Nancy from 17202
    04/21/2021
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    Will Scythe Herbicide kill poison hemlock? If so, at what stage is the best to treat?
    I have some in a sheep pasture, some at the tree line and some scattered in a field of about an acre where we have marked out the plants with flags.
    A

    Scythe Herbicide is not labeled for poison hemlock. We would suggest looking at Pasture Pro as this product is labeled for poison hemlock. Please review the product label for instructions and more information before treating. 

     

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  • Asked by J.d. from Elko, Nv
    04/30/2021
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    What is the coverage area with Scythe Herbicide?
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    Scythe Herbicide is applied at 1 1/3 - 13 oz. per gallon of water (1 - 10% solution). The amount of coverage will vary depending on the rate applied. Please refer to the product label for complete application and dilution instructions.

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  • Asked by Martha from Centre Hall, Pa
    05/01/2021
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    Can Scythe Herbicide be used on Fraser fir to inhibit cone production?
    A

    Scythe Herbicide is a post-emergent, nonselective herbicide for the control of grassy and broadleaf weeds, moss, and certain algaes only, it will not inhibit cone production.  
    We apologize but are unable to find an available product for this use.

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  • Asked by David from The Woodlands
    05/03/2021
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    Will Scythe Herbicide kill lizards like skinks and geckos?
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    Although not labeled to target insects, it is possible that Scythe Herbicide (or other herbicides) may harm them if they contact the treas while they are wet from the application. 

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  • Asked by David from The Woodlands
    05/03/2021
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    Does Scythe Herbicide kill poision Ivy?
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    Scythe Herbicide is not labeled to treat ivy or poison ivy.

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  • Asked by Jeff from Auburn
    05/13/2021
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    How many oz of Scythe Herbicide per gallon?
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    The rates per gallon will vary when using Scythe Herbicide. The dilution rates are 1 1/3 - 13 oz. per gallon of water (1 - 10% solution). Please refer to the product label for complete mixing and application instructions.
     

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