Yates Weed 'n' Feed Hose-On
Yates Weed 'n' Feed Hose-on weed killer and fertiliser. Liquid hose on weedkiller with added nitrogen fertiliser for healthy green lawns.
Below are some frequently asked questions about Yates Weed ‘n’ Feed Hose-ons and granular products.
All pesticides, herbicides and fungicides are regulated by the Australian Pesticides & Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA), which is an independent government authority. During the product registration process, companies are required to prove their products are effective through extensive trial work
Not always, that’s why Yates have a range of lawn weed control options. Depending on your weed types, number of weeds and lawn health it may be best to select one of the many other lawn options available. Either use our key below or contact one of the qualified Horticulturists for expert advice at https://www.yates.com.au/ask-an-expert.
Yates Weed ’n’ Feed combines two herbicides which selectively target broadleaf weeds. The product will not harm your lawn if the directions for use are followed. For example, applying the product over the correct area and ensuring the lawn is not moisture stressed. It is important to check the variety of lawn that you have and ensure that it is suitable for use on that variety. If unsure, contact one of the qualified Horticulturists for expert advice at https://www.yates.com.au/ask-an-expert.
Yates Weed ‘n’ Feed is safe on most lawns such as Kikuyu, Couch, Queensland Blue Couch but it is not safe on Buffalo as well as some legume based lawns such as Strawberry Clover or Dichondra.
Yates has a specially designed hose-on formulation for buffalo lawns that does not contain dicamba. Yates BuffaloPro Weed ’n’ Feed contains a different combination of selective weedkillers (bromoxynil and MCPA), making it safe for use on most Buffalo lawns such as Sir Walter, Sapphire and Kings Pride. ST varieties of Buffalo such as ST85 are more susceptible to the herbicide and this product should not be used on them.
It is best to keep pets and children out of the area until the spray has dried. Applying on a day when weather conditions favour drying can reduce this time off your lawn.
Yates Weed ’n’ Feed is an easy to apply solution to treat a large range of weeds over a large area quickly. If you have a small lawn or a small number of weeds, use one of Yates’ concentrated lawn weedkillers, dilute in water and apply using a sprayer. Alternatively use a spot spray ready to use lawn weedkiller like Yates Weedkiller for Lawns.
Yes, Yates Weed ’n’ Feed does contain the nutrients, nitrogen and iron, which encourages healthy green lawn growth. Yates also provide both hose-on and granular Lawn fertilisers for longer term controlled release feeding of your lawn.
It’s important not to allow the spray to contact wanted garden plants. If the spray accidentally gets onto garden plants, immediately wash off with a hose to help reduce potential damage. Spraying on a day with low wind well help in reducing this. If you think it will be difficult to achieve this, you can dilute the product into water and apply through a watering can as described on the label.
There can be a huge variance in water pressures throughout Australia, some people will require their tap to be fully open while others only half way. If your product isn’t sucking at all, check that the dip tube is still firmly attached to the base of the lid. If you do have continued issues our team are available to assist with troubleshooting . Please contact one of the qualified Horticulturists for expert advice at https://www.yates.com.au/ask-an-expert.
Weeds will die slowly and it may take up to 3 weeks before effects appear. Over applying can damage the turf. If you have applied at the correct rate you will need to wait and monitor. If you still believe it hasn’t worked properly contact our Horticulturists at https://www.yates.com.au/ask-an-expert who can assist you with troubleshooting.
This will vary lawn to lawn. How much you need to apply is based on the size of your lawn. The best way of measuring your lawn is using a program such as Google Earth or using a measuring tape. Yates Weed ’n’ Feed packs will indicate how many square metres of lawn the product should be applied over. For best results it is very important to apply the right amount of product over the right area of lawn.
Yes, Yates also have granular weedkillers such as Yates Weed ’n’ Feed granular. They’re applied by hand and work via burning the leaves of the weeds. The bag label provides instructions on how and how much to apply . The granular product is left on the leaf for 2 days while it burns the weeds. This can be a hazard for pets and kids during this time, so Yates recommends using the hose ons if you have kids and pets.
We recommend not to mow your lawn for 7 days before or after applying Yates Weed ’n’ Feed.
Applying any product to a lawn under stress can cause damage to the lawn. Lawn stress can occur in several ways. The majority of stress is due to a lack of water or soils that are not absorbing the water. If you live in an area where it has been dry or you have not watered the lawn regularly, it is best to apply a soil saturator (such as Yates Waterwise Soil Saturator) to the area and water in well a week prior to application. For further details, contact our team of qualified Horticulturists for expert advice at https://www.yates.com.au/ask-an-expert.
Yates Weed 'n' Feed Hose-on weed killer and fertiliser. Liquid hose on weedkiller with added nitrogen fertiliser for healthy green lawns.
Yates Buffalo Pro Hose-on weed killer and fertiliser. A ready to use, convenient hose-on weed killer that is suitable to use on buffalo lawn with no mixing and no fuss.
Yates Weed 'n' Feed Granular. Selective control of most broadleaf weeds in home garden lawns with nitrogen fertiliser for healthy green lawn growth.
Ready to spread granular Weed'n'Feed that kill weeds and feeds lawns at the same. Safe for buffalo & other common lawn types - works really well!
What exactly is a weed? Definitions abound, but a weed is generally considered to be a plant that’s growing where it isn’t wanted. And, as winter comes to an end, it often seems that the weeds are about to take over the entire garden.
Control weeds effectively in your lawn with the expert advice and guidance of the Yates team. Ask your questions and find out more garden information below.
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