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Snapshot is a selective pre-emergent herbicide that provides control of listed annual grasses and broadleaf weeds in landscape ornamentals, ground covers, perennials, non-bearing fruit and nut trees, container grown ornamentals, non-bearing vineyards, field-grown ornamentals and non-cropland.
| Active Ingredient: | Trifluralin 2% Isoxaben 0.5% |
| Manufactured By: | Dow AgroSciences |
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Snapshot is a selective pre-emergent herbicide that provides control of listed annual grasses and broadleaf weeds in landscape ornamentals, ground covers, perennials, non-bearing fruit and nut trees, container grown ornamentals, non-bearing vineyards, field-grown ornamentals and non-cropland.
Weeds controlled, suppressed or prevented: aster, barnyard grass, annual bluegrass, bursage, wild celery, chickweed, clover, crabgrass, cudweed, cupgrass, fiddleneck, filaree, fleabane, foxtail, henbit, horseweed, junglerice, knotweed, lambsquarters, mallow, mustard, nightshade, wild oats, panicum, pepperweed, pigweed, pineappleweed, plantain, purslane, wild radish, ragwood, London rocket, shepherdspures, sibara, smartweed, sowthistle, speedwell purslane, Russian thistle, witchgrass, bittercress, brassbutton, wild carrot, chickweed, dandelion, foxtail, galinsoga, eclipta, groundsel, geranium, ladysthumb, prickly lettuce, lovegrass, marestail, mayweed, morningglory, pennywart, ryegrass, spurge, tansy, woodsorrel, brome, barley, burclover, cheat, datura, dogfennel, fescue goosegrass, jimson weed, knotweed, kochia, turkey mullein, burning nettle, bristle oxtongue, scarlet pimpernel, sandbur, signal grass, stinkgrass, sunflower, swinecress, bindweed, carpetweed, johnson grass, milkweed, and shattercane.
Rates and combinations: 2.3 to 4.6 lbs. per 1000 sq. ft.
45 of 49 people found this review helpful:
scary stuff if you have children or animals
By Bee on March 22, 2012I'm sorry I bought this. I should have returned it. The label says it all. Dangerous to humans. Completely cover yourself...head to toe. Wear a mask/respirator. Don't go in the area for 12 hours. It needs to be rained on...if not you must water it in within three days. I made a mistake and trusted a review on a garden website. I had to call the emergency line because my pets walked through it on accident. I watered it in in the areas the dogs might go...but they are farm dogs and they pulled away from me and ran thru the granular product. I won't buy this again. You can't rely on the rain to dilute it on a timely basis. So using this in an "industrial area" as it suggests to keep down weeds would be dangerous for any living thing if it accidentally wanders into the product. Even the dust is deemed poisonous. Why didn't I return it!
Expert response:
This product is not hazardous to humans or pets. It recommends wearing long sleeve pants and long sleeve shirt, just like any other pest contorl or herbicide you can purchase professionally or over the counter. It says nothing about wearing a respirator. This product is only harmful to humans and pets if you ingest it, place it on your skin, or use it in a way that is not on the label.Was this review helpful to you?
43 of 44 people found this review helpful:
Great product
By Kathy on December 16, 2010
Verified PurchaseI have used Snapshot for the last 3 years on desert landscaping. I put it on my ground in October and March every year. I am surrounded by weed-filled yards, but mine NEVER has ANY weeds!! This is a great product. For one hours effort every six months I don't have to fight the weeds. It may be a bit pricey but I am saving a fortune in what I used to spend on the liquid spray type weed control products, not to mention the time and annoyance. I highly recommend this product!
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16 of 16 people found this review helpful:
The Best way better than Preen
By Jim on June 9, 2012I used Preen 1st, it only prevents (I believe) 11 types of weeds, SnapShot prevents 110 (I believe) types of weeds, SnapShot Rocks !!! I use round-up, then weed whats ever left, then I lay down the Snapshot. It says it is good for 8 months I re-apply every 6 months (2 month over lap) I use a 1 quart (new) paint can (purchased at Lowes) with a few nail holes I put in the lid, for touch-ups. Kinda like a giant salt shaker. To the Paranoid reviewer,"I will buy your SnapShot. Please dont call Haz-Mat lol lol Hell on a bet I would sprinkle some of this on my food lol JUST KIDDING !! I have used SnapShot for over Five years, Nothing better. Please note you are creating and invisible barrier on your top soil, So if you dig or scratch the surface you will have to touch-up the disturbed soil to repair the damaged invisible weed barrier (this is how it was explained to me).(hence my salt shaker touch-up paint can idea) Email me you can have whats left of my preen for free, just pay shipping and handling (no kidding, I am NOT impressed with Preen)
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6 of 6 people found this review helpful:
Great Service
By Tom on June 8, 2012DoMyOwnPestControl sent out my order promptly and they were very competitively price. Great service; I'd use them again! Thank You
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6 of 7 people found this review helpful:
Not for lawns!
By Dave on November 12, 2012 Verified PurchaseThis product DID help keep the weeds out of the landscaped areas as advertised. What I did not know was it is NOT meant to be used as a lawn pre-emergent. I did not have good results on the lawn but thats because I went on friends recomendation instead of reading the product info. Read the info-NOT FOR LAWNS!
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2 of 2 people found this review helpful:
Outstanding Product
By Herbie on February 22, 2013 Verified PurchaseThis is my third year using Snapshot. I put it down twice a year and NEVER deal with weeds again! Why didn't I know about this stuff years ago I don't know.....
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1 of 2 people found this review helpful:
Good customer service
By Rob on October 17, 2012Our first order went seamlessly. We have an address that's not in the UPS national database and which therefore can cause delivery problems. Your customer service people spotted this, inquired about it and then provided UPS with appropriate instructions to insure delivery.
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful:
Snapshot vw Casoron
By Gary on March 6, 2013 Verified PurchaseI gave this 4 stars because I have not had an opportunity to see it work. I applied it prior to a rain forecast that did not materialize. It has not been watered in. I'm in Arizona where water should be conserved. However, this product should do the same thing that Casoron did for me in years past, yet it is considerably cheaper ($140 vs $218 for 50 lbs.) and the broadcast rate is almost exactly the same. Shipping was free and relatively quick.
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful:
Pre emergent for weed control
By Janice on March 20, 2013 Verified PurchaseSnapshot was recommended in my adult ed landscaping class so I will try it this week on about 50% of my flower beds. It stops seed germination so need to apply about every 2 months and water it in. I will not use it in a food garden as chemicals like this are way too scary and side affects come out in 10 years. Do not breathe it or let it touch skin.
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful:
Great Stuff
By Logger on May 12, 2013 Verified PurchaseThis is my second purchase of this stuff. We used it last fall in all flower beds and almost no weeds this spring. This is a vast improvement over Preen. With it, the beds were covered with weeds each spring. My wife insisted I order more. She couldn't believe how effective it is. It is also much more economical than buying multiple small packages of Preen.
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- Great Stuff
By Frank on March 5, 2013 Verified PurchaseI have desert landscape and needed something that would last all summer as I am a winter visitor and leave for the summer. I applied a weed killer to existing weeds and then applied snapshot. My brother checked on my house once a month, I always asked if he say any weeds, no weeds he say. I couldn't believe it. When I returned in Nov. no weeds or grass was growing in my landscape. It's now March and I am just now noticing a couple of weeds. This product lasted one year. Snapshot is expensive but when you compare to how long it last it's not.
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- Super fast shipping and great price
By Randy on April 7, 2013 Verified PurchaseI couldn't believe how fast my order arrived--and I did a lot of research, this was listed at a great price with free shipping. Why drive to the store and waste your gas and time with this kind of deal available?
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February 14, 2012Arthur from 28681 asked:
QHow many sq. ft. will a Snapshot 2.5 TG - 50 lb. bag cover?
AThe coverage rate of a bag of snapshot will vary depending on the application. In general you will use 2.3 - 4.6 lbs. per 1000 sq. ft. Please read the Snapshot product label for exact usage rates.
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January 27, 2012Susan from Terre Haute, In asked:
QCan snapshot 2.5 TG by stored and saved over for next year after opening bag?
Since it comes in such a large bag, I cannot use all of it in one year. Will is save over until next year?
AYes. You can easily keep a granule like snapshot for 2 to 3 years as long as you store it in a cool, dry place. The biggest thing is that you need to make sure no moisture gets to the product while in storage. Otherwise it can remain effective for years. Most people store it in a large Tupperware or 5 gallon bucket with a lid after opening it.
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April 17, 2011Janet asked:
QCan I put this on my vegetable garden?
ANo, Snapshot can only be used on non-bearing plants. We do carry Fertilome Over the Top Grass Killer that can be used in your vegetable garden (please read the product label to be sure your vegetable are listed on the label).
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February 9, 2012Emerson from Newark De. asked:
QWhat is the best way to apply snapshot to mulch beds: overtop of mulch or underneath?
for years I have been doing it overtop the mulch and seen to get pretty good weed control, with rain in less than a week.
AIf you have had good weed control by applying over top, then that is still fine to do. As long as you water in the product very well, it should be fine. However, the preferred method would be to remove the mulch and apply underneath and water it in well and then cover it back up since the ground level is where it has to get to work.
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December 31, 2011Kim from Flowery Branch, Ga asked:
QCan Snapshot be put on top of pinestraw covered beds and then be watered in?
AYes, snapshot can be placed in pine straw covered beds and watered in. Just make sure that you use plenty of water so the snapshot makes it down to the soil level. The best scenario would be to rake back the pine straw and apply snapshot and water it in, then place the pine straw back. If that is not feasible, then it can be applied to the top layer, just needs to be watered in adequately.
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March 13, 2011Derrick asked:
QI need a selective herbicide that won't kill my Asiatic jasmine
ASnaposhot 2.5 TG would be a good choice for a broad spectrum pre-emergent around Asiatic Jasmine. Fusilade II should be used if you need a broad spectrum post-emergent selective herbicide.
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April 3, 2012Phillip from South Carolina asked:
QWill Snapshot kill my shrubs?
ASnapshot is formulated for use around ornamental plantings suchas shrubs, bushes and trees and should not harm your shrubs. We do recommend that you review the Snapshot product label to be sure your shrub species is listed as a tolerant plant.
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October 29, 2011Rita from Lake Toxaway asked:
QHow long before seed germination can Snapshot be applied?
I am trying to control the sprouting of annual grasses.
A Since every part of the country is different, we recommend calling your local county extension office for proper application times in your area. They will know exactly when you should apply a pre-emergent for best results.
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February 26, 2012Jeff from Budd Lake, New Jersey asked:
QHow long after application of snapshot before I can overseed my lawn?
ASince snapshot is a pre-emergent, meaning that it prevents seeds from germinating, you should not apply any seeds you want to grow and germinate for awhile, since Snapshot will prevent them from germinating. For this reason, you should not overseed for at least 4 to 6 months after applying snapshot.
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October 30, 2012Howard from Valdosta, Ga asked:
Qcan Snapshot be safely applied to established Centipede lawns ?
ASnapshot should not be applied to turf grasses. Snapshot is meant to be used in landscape beds and around trees. Xl 2G may better suit your needs as it is labeled for use on centipede grass. Be sure to review the product label to make sure the weeds you are trying to control are listed.
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March 15, 2011Derrick asked:
QIs Fusilade 2 the equivalent for sledgehammer herbicide?
I spoke to you about post emergent for around my asiatic jasmine.
ANo. Sedgehammer has a the active ingredient Halosulfuron-methyl 75% while Fusilade has the active ingredient Fluazifop-P-Butyl Technical 24.5%. These are completely different products.
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February 15, 2013Rich from Flagstaff, Az asked:
QIs Snapshot effective when applied over a rock landscaped front yard?
AYou can use Snapshot over a rock landscape but you must be able to water in the product very well so it can reach the weeds you are trying to get rid of.
May 7, 2013Jane from Asheville, Nc (givens Estates) asked:
QIs Snapshot pre-emergent hericide safe to use around cats?
ASnapshot can be used in areas where cats roam but they must be out of the area during the application and until the application has had a chance to dry.
