Introduction of Gordon's Speedzone Lawn Weed Killer

Gordon's Speedzone Lawn Weed Killer is a powerful and efficient solution for all your lawn weed problems. This product is designed to kill a wide range of broadleaf weeds, including dandelions, clover, and crabgrass. The estimated price of Gordon's Speedzone Lawn Weed Killer is around $20 for a 16-ounce bottle, and it is already available in the market.

Detailed Specifications

Gordon's Speedzone Weed Killer has the following key features

• Kills over 100 broadleaf weeds
• Visible results in just hours
• Rainproof in just one hour
• Low-odor formula
• Can be used in spring, summer, and fall
• For use on established lawns
• Contains 0.67% Trimec and 0.22% 2,4-D

Setup of Speedzone Lawn Weed Killer

Here's how to use Speedzone Lawn Weed Killer

1. Shake the bottle well before use.
2. Attach the sprayer to the bottle.
3. Set the sprayer to a coarse or medium spray.
4. Spray the weeds until they are thoroughly wet, but not to the point of runoff.
5. Do not mow the lawn for two days after application.
6. Do not water the lawn for 24 hours after application.

Description

Gordon's Speedzone Lawn Weed Killer is a selective herbicide that targets broadleaf weeds while leaving your grass unharmed. It contains Trimec and 2,4-D, two powerful active ingredients that are proven to kill a wide range of broadleaf weeds. With Gordon's Speedzone Lawn Weed Killer, you can expect visible results in just a few hours, and it becomes rainproof in just one hour. Its low-odor formula ensures that you can use it without any unpleasant smell, and it can be applied in spring, summer, and fall. It is safe to use on established lawns, and it will not harm your grass if used according to the instructions.

• Rapid and effective weed control for common and troublesome weed species in turfgrass
• Cool-weather performance.
• Injury symptoms on broadleaf weeds can be noticed within hours of the application and plant death can occur within 7 to 14 days.

WHERE TO USE: This product is intended for use on most ornamental lawns including
Cool-Season Turfgrass 

• Kentucky bluegrass
• Perennial ryegrass
• Tall fescue
• Red or fine leaf fescues Colonial bentgrass
• Mixtures of cool-season species

Warm-Season Turfgrass 

• Common bermudagrass 
• Hybrid bermudagrass 
• Zoysiagrass

Turfgrass tolerance
The turfgrass tolerance to SPEEDZONE® Lawn Weed Killer may vary and temporary turfgrass yellowing may occur on certain varieties (hybrids) of hybrid bermudagrass. SPEEDZONE Lawn Weed Killer may injure certain turfgrass species. To reduce risk of lawn injury, avoid spraying drought-stressed lawns or when temperatures are above 85°F.
Prohibitions

• Do not use this product on bahiagrass, buffalograss, carpetgrass, centipede-grass, dichondra, St. Augustinegrass, or lawns containing desirable clovers.
• Do not spray roots of trees and ornamentals.
• Do not allow spray to drift onto vegetables, flowers, ornamental plants, shrubs, trees and other desirable plants since injury may result.
• Do not exceed specified dosages for any area. Be particularly careful within the dripline of trees and other ornamental species.

Limitations on 2,4-D applications to residential turfgrass
The maximum application rate is 1.5 fl. oz. of product per 1,000 sq. ft. per application (0.8 lbs. 2,4-D acid equivalent per acre per application). The maximum number of broadcast applications is limited to 2 per year. The maximum seasonal rate is 3.0 fl. oz. of product per 1,000 sq. ft. (1.6 lbs. 2,4-D acid equivalent per acre), excluding spot treatments.
WHEN TO APPLY:

• Spray when broadleaf weeds are young and actively growing for best results.
• SPEEDZONE Lawn Weed Killer may be applied in the spring, summer, or fall. Spring and fall treatments under adequate soil moisture conditions are preferred to the summer treatments.
• Broadcast (entire areas) applications or follow-up applications at 2 to 6 week intervals are recommended for more mature weeds, for dense infestations, and for adverse environmental conditions.
• Spot treatments during the summer may be appropriate for sparse infestations, or as a follow-up treatment, or any time broadleaf weeds are susceptible.

CULTURAL TIPS FOR IMPROVED CONTROL:

Irrigation
Do not apply this product immediately before rainfall or irrigation. Rain or watering within 4 hours after treatment may reduce effectiveness.
Mowing

• Delay mowing 1 to 2 days before and after the application of this product. Reseeding Interval:
• Treated areas may be reseeded 2 weeks after application.

THREE EASY STEPS TO MIX AND APPLY

1. Determine (Measure) the lawn area to be sprayed. Calculate square feet by multiplying length by width. The application rate for this product is presented as fl. oz. (tablespoons) per 1,000 sq. ft. of lawn.
2. Use hand-operated sprayers (backpack sprayers, compression (pump-up) sprayers, knapsack sprayers or tank type) or hose end sprayers. Carefully measure and mix the proper amount of product with water. See below for instructions for the various types of sprayers.
3. Spray evenly over the lawn.

HOW MUCH TO USE

BROADCAST TREATMENTS FOR COOL-SEASON TURFGRASS
Use rates of SPEEDZONE Lawn Weed Killer on cool-season turfgrass as broad-cast treatments are presented in Table 1.

HOW TO APPLY
FOR ORTHO HOSE-END SPRAYERS FOR COOL-SEASON TURFGRASS

• For Ortho Dial’N Spray Hose: End Sprayer or Gilmour Dial-a-Mix Lawn and Garden Sprayer:
• Set the dial: Set dial on 3 tsp. (1 Tbs.) per gallon.
• Fill: Determine [Measure] the lawn area to be sprayed. Calculate square feet by multiplying length by width. The application rate for this product is 1.4 fl. oz. per 1,000 sq. ft. of lawn. Add an adequate amount of herbicide to the spray bottle to treat the total lawn area.
• Spray: Spray evenly over the lawn.
  Example: Measure 4.0 fl. oz. (8 Tbs.) into sprayer jar. Do not add water. Set dial on 3 teaspoons (tsp.) and spray uniformly on 3,000 sq. ft. of lawn.

SPOT TREATMENTS FOR COOL-SEASON TURFGRASS

HAND OPERATED SPRAYERS
For cool-season turfgrass, mix 1.0 fl. oz. of SPEEDZONE Lawn Weed Killer per 1.0 gallon of water for treatment of approximately 1,000 sq. ft. of turfgrass. Apply any time the emerged broadleaf weeds are susceptible.

BROADCAST TREATMENTS FOR WARM-SEASON TURFGRASS
Use rates of SPEEDZONE Lawn Weed Killer on warm-season turfgrass as broadcast treatments are presented in Table 2.

HOW TO APPLY: FOR ORTHO HOSE-END SPRAYERS FOR WARM-SEASON TURFGRASS For common bermudagrass

• For Ortho Dial’N Spray Hose: End Sprayer or Gilmour® Dial-a-Mix® Lawn and Garden Sprayer
• Set the dial: Set dial on 3 tsp. (1 Tbs.) per gallon.
• Fill : Determine [Measure] the lawn area to be sprayed. Calculate square feet by multiplying length by width. The application rate for this product is 1.5 fl. oz. per 1,000 sq. ft. of lawn. Add an adequate amount of herbicide to the spray bottle to treat the total lawn area.
• Spray: Spray evenly over the lawn.
  Example: Measure 4.4 fl. oz. (9 Tbs.) into sprayer jar. Do not add water. Set dial on 3 teaspoons (tsp.) and spray uniformly on 3,000 sq. ft. of lawn.

For hybrid bermudagrass and zoysiagrass

• For Ortho Dial’N Spray Hose: End Sprayer or Gilmour® Dial-a-Mix® Lawn and Garden Sprayer:
• Set the dial:  Set dial on 2 tsp. per gallon.
• Fill: Determine [Measure] the lawn area to be sprayed. Calculate square feet by multiplying length by width. The application rate for this product is 1.1 fl. oz. per 1,000 sq. ft. of lawn. Add an adequate amount of herbicide to the spray bottle to treat the total lawn area.
• Spray: Spray evenly over the lawn.
  Example: Measure 3.3 fl. oz. (6.6 Tbs.) into sprayer jar. Do not add water. Set dial on 2 teaspoons (tsp.) and spray uniformly on 3,000 sq. ft. of lawn.

SPOT TREATMENTS FOR WARM-SEASON TURFGRASS

HAND OPERATED SPRAYERS
For warm-season turfgrass, mix 0.75 to 1.0 fl. oz. of SPEEDZONE Lawn Weed Killer per 1.0 gallon of water for treatment of approximately 1,000 sq. ft. of turfgrass. Apply any time the emerged broadleaf weeds are susceptible.

BROADLEAF WEEDS CONTROLLED:

SPEEDZONE Lawn Weed Killer will control or suppress the following broadleaf weeds and will control or suppress other broadleaf weeds that are susceptible to 2,4-D. A partial list is presented below.
BROADLEAF WEEDS

• Aster, white heath & white prairie Bedstraw 
• Beggarweed, creeping Bindweed
• Black medic 
• Broadleaf plantain
• Buckhorn plantain 
• Bull thistle
• Burclove
• Burdock, Common 
• Buttercup, creeping 
• Carpetweed Chickweed, common Chicory
• Cinquefoil
• Clover Compassplant
• Curly dock Dandelion
• Dayflower Deadnettle
• Doc
• Dogfennel
• English daisy
• False dandelion (*spotted catsear & common catsear)
• Field bindweed (*morning glory & creeping jenny)
• Field oxeye-daisy (*creeping oxeye)
• Filaree, white stem & redstem
• Florida betony
• Florida pulse
• Ground ivy
• Groundsel
• Hawkweed
• Healall
• Henbit
• Innocence (Blue-eyed Mary)
• Lambsquarters
• Lawn burweed
• Lespedeza, common
• Mallow, common
• Matchweed
• Mouse-ear chickweed
• Old-world diamond flower
• Oxalis (*yellow woodsorrel & creeping woodsorrel)
• Parsley-part
• Pennsylvania smartweed
• Pennywort (*dollar weed)
• Pepperweed
• Pigweed
• Pineapple weed
• Plantain
• Poison ivy
• Poison oak
• Prostrate knotweed(*knotweed)
• Puncturevine
• Purple cudweed
• Purslane
• Ragweed
• Redweed
• Red sorrel (*sheep sorrel)
• Shepherds purse
• Spotted spurge
• Spurge
• Thistle
• Veronica (*corn speedwell)
• Virginia buttonweed
• White clover (*Dutch clover, honeysuckle clover, white trefoil, & purple wort
• Wild carrot
• Wild garlic
• Wild geranium
• Wild lettuc
• Wild mustard
• Wild onion
• Wild strawberry
• Wild violet
• Yarrow
• Yellow rocket  and many more
• broadleaf weeds

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS

Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals
CAUTION: Causes moderate eye irritation. Harmful if absorbed through the skin. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Wear a long-sleeved shirt, long pants, shoes, socks, and chemical-resistant gloves made of barrier laminate, nitrile rubber, neoprene rubber, or Viton. Harmful if swallowed. Prolonged or frequently repeated skin contact may cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
Personal Hygiene Statements
After using this product, rinse gloves before removing, remove clothing and launder separately before reuse, and promptly and thoroughly wash hands and exposed skin with soap and water. Remove saturated clothing as soon as possible and shower.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS

• Do not apply this product in a way that will contact any person or pet, either directly or through drift. Keep people and pets out of the area during application.
• Do not allow people or pets to enter the treated area until sprays have dried.
•  Not for use on turf being grown for sale or other commercial use as sod, or for commercial seed production, or for research purposes.
• Do not apply directly to or near water, storm drains, gutters, sewers, or drainage ditches. Do not apply within 25 feet of rivers, fish ponds, lakes, streams, reservoirs, marshes, estuaries, bays, and oceans. Do not apply when windy. To prevent product run-off, do not overwater the treated areas to the point of runoff or apply when raining or when rain is expected that day. Rinse applicator over lawn or garden area only.
• Do not apply as a fine mist because of the potential for injury to desirable plants.
   

Troubleshooting

Here are some common problems and solutions when using Speedzone Lawn Weed Killer

• Weeds are not dying: Make sure you are using the product according to the instructions. It may take several days to see results.
• Grass is turning brown: You may have applied too much product. Make sure to follow the instructions carefully and do not apply too much product to one area.
• Product is not coming out of the sprayer: Make sure the sprayer is properly attached and the bottle is not empty.
• Product is leaking: Check the sprayer for any damage and make sure it is properly attached.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Kills a wide range of broadleaf weeds
• Visible results in just hours
• Rainproof in just one hour
• Low-odor formula
• Can be used in spring, summer, and fall

Cons

• May harm grass if used improperly
• Not effective on grassy weeds
• May require multiple applications for severe infestations

Customer Reviews of Gordon's Speedzone Lawn Weed Killer

Speedzone Lawn Weed Killer has received mostly positive reviews from customers. Many customers have reported that it is easy to use and effective in killing broadleaf weeds. Some customers have noted that it can harm grass if used improperly, but this can be avoided by following the instructions carefully. The most common complaint is that it may require multiple applications for severe infestations.