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Old 19-06-2012, 01:48 PM posted to uk.rec.gardening
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On Tue, 19 Jun 2012 13:30:32 +0100, Chris J Dixon
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Chris Hogg wrote:

A neighbour used a proprietary selective weedkiller on their lawn,
following the manufacturer's instructions, and it killed the grass
wherever they used it. They complained to said manufacturer, who were
effusively apologetic because the stuff had been made up at the wrong
strength in the factory.


Is it just me, or is it a real pain getting the conditions right,
especially for the powders?

Not too dry, not raining, but rain soon enough to wash it in, not
within 4 days either side of cutting, calm enough that it doesn't
blow across the garden...

Chris


You missed out ground wet but grass dry. If I'm ever asked, I always
recommend liquid products as they are virtually impossible to overdose
and a lot safer when pets and children are around as once dry there's
no risk.

Cheers, Jake
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