SEASON LONG WEED CONTROL FOR ROCK AND MUCH BEDS
Stop Weeds All Season Long with One Treatment
Take action against weeds before they even have a chance to take root! The most effective way to minimize the need for manual weeding or chemical products like Roundup is by preventing weed growth at the outset. At Organo-Lawn, we offer a groundbreaking pre-emergent weed control solution called Specticle, specifically designed to stop weeds in their tracks within rock and mulch beds.
Specticle is an innovative pre-emergent weed control that we carefully apply to rock areas, mulch beds, and even driveway cracks. This powerful preventative solution halts weed growth for up to one full growing season (10+ months), allowing you to enjoy a beautiful landscape without the hassle. What’s more, it’s extremely environmentally friendly—it won’t leach into the water supply and remains firmly in place within the soil.
To achieve the best results, it’s crucial to schedule this service very early in the season. We conduct rock and mulch bed applications from November through early March, ensuring your outdoor space remains pristine. The pre-emergent weed control must be applied before any weed seeds can germinate. Keep in mind that these applications cannot be deployed on top of snow, so we highly recommend scheduling your service as soon as possible for optimal effectiveness. Save yourself hours of weed pulling and your landscape beds will look absolutely amazing.
What Kind of Weed Control Results Are Expected?
Will Every Weed Be Controlled?
For years, we have relied on Specticle Flo for rock and mulch area weed control, and the results for our customers have been outstanding! In the first year after application, you can expect around an 80-90% reduction in weeds. The remaining 10-20% typically includes weeds that were already germinating before treatment or perennial weeds.
This product prevents seeds from germinating for up to a year. However, it does not stop perennial or biennial weeds, as these weeds are growing from an already established root systems. We recommend budgeting for at least one, if not two, post-emergent weed control applications, if this is your first year having this treatment applied, or if you skipped a year between applications.
If this is your second consecutive year or greater you should expect a 95% weed control rate or higher.
Second Consecutive Year+ - 95% or Higher Control
Does this Pre-Emergent Weed Control Harm Flowers and Shrubs?
Rock and Mulch Bed Weed Control
It is important to note that this product does not disturb perennial plants, bulbs, or established plants such as shrubs, trees, or existing flowers.
This specialized weed control product saves countless hours of manual weeding and virtually eliminates This specialized weed control product saves countless hours of manual weeding and virtually eliminates the need to spray weeds with products like Roundup. If applied before weeds germinate, it can prevent their growth for up to 10 months.
Schedule the treatment now, as applications are typically done during the winter months when most people aren’t thinking about weed control. We highly recommend having this treatment applied in November, as it will remain effective until the following November.
How Does Specticle Stop Weeds?
Specticle Flo, is a wonderful pre-emergent herbicide containing indaziflam as its active ingredient, is highly effective in controlling a broad spectrum of weeds. It works through a unique combination of properties that make it stand out among other pre-emergents. Here’s a breakdown of why Specticle Flo is so effective:
Mode of Action
- Inhibition of Cellulose Biosynthesis
- Indaziflam targets cellulose biosynthesis, a critical process in the formation of cell walls in plants.
- By disrupting this process, the herbicide prevents the development of new weed seedlings. Without cell walls, cells cannot maintain their structure, and the seedlings fail to grow beyond germination.
- Prevention of Germination
- Specticle Flo creates a barrier in the soil that inhibits the germination of weed seeds.
- Unlike post-emergent herbicides, it does not affect established plants, making it safe for use around desired vegetation when applied correctly.
Preventative weed control works better if it is applied as early as possible. Winter (November – February) is the ideal time to have the product applied.
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Why does This Weed Control Application Work So Well?
- Long Residual Control
- Specticle Flo provides extended control, lasting up to 10 months depending on application rates, soil type, and environmental conditions.
- Low Use Rates
- Requires only a small amount of active ingredient per application to achieve effective weed control.
- Binding to Soil Particles
- Does not harm established plants if applied correctly and under label guidelines.
- Specticle binds strongly to the soil and remains in place without moving. This means that Specticle will not leach into water, even during torrential rains.
Specticle Flo works so well it is often called liquid gold amongst lawn care professionals. It combines a highly effective mode of action, long-lasting residual activity, and safety for use on desirable vegetation, the applicator, and the environment. Its ability to prevent weed germination with minimal environmental impact makes it a preferred choice for turf and landscape management professionals.
Specticle Flo Product Information
Ideal Time for Rock & Mulch Bed Treatment
November through February is the best time to have this rock and mulch treatment applied, but we have found the best results with November applications.
We apply this product during warm days when there isn’t any snow on the ground. The product lasts 10 months and is broken down by microbes in the soil. There is almost no microbial activity in the soil during the winter months and a winter application will last just as long as an application that is done in March.
Treatment Season:
November – March. If there is snow on the ground we cannot perform the application and we recommend scheduling this service as soon as possible.
Specticle Information
Specticle Flo is registered with the EPA by Bayer, EPA reg. #432-1518. This rock and mulch weed control is also registered with the Colorado Department of Agriculture.
Specticle Flo is a synthetic pesticide containing Indaziflam. If you are chemically sensitive or if this is a major concern for you we will be glad to work with you to develop an appropriate organic lawn care alternative for you and your weed control needs. * Click on the PDF link above to download a Indaziflam toxicology PDF file.
Schedule a Pre-Emergent Weed Control Application for Rock and Mulch Beds
If you have any questions about Specticle weed control for rock and mulch beds, please give our offices a call to discuss your weed control options.
Boulder (303) 499-2000 or Fort Collins (970) 225-9425
Pre-Emergent Weed Control for Rock and Mulch Beds FAQs
Is Specticle Weed Control Safe for Kids and Pets?
According to the Colorado Department of Agriculture, it is not permissible to claim that any product is entirely safe. Even if Specticle Flo were made up of 100% water, such a claim would not be allowed. However, we can share some factual information: Specticle Flo is included on the EPA’s reduced-risk list for pesticides.
We have dedicated many hours to researching Specticle Flo and its toxicity to people, pets, and the environment. Our findings indicate that all available research shows it has extremely low toxicity levels for people, pets, and the environment. Don’t just take our word for it; we have attached the label, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and EPA Fact Sheet for your own review and research.
