Does Round Up really loose strength if kept in the sprayer more than 24 hours?

Discussion in 'Lawn Mowing' started by Likestomow, Aug 20, 2000.

  1. Likestomow

    Likestomow LawnSite Senior Member
    from Tennessee
    Messages: 998

    I read this in the Round Up instruction book. I mix 2 oz./gal along with 3 oz of Sythe, and so far haven't noticed a problem with reduced effectiveness if I don't use up the whole mix for 2-3 days. Has anyone else had a problem, or is this just a possibility they have to inform you about?
     
    Likestomow, Aug 20, 2000
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  2. Rufur

    Rufur LawnSite Member
    from md
    Messages: 143

    no but you mix the 2 and you get clogs in the tubes it gels up!
     
    Rufur, Aug 20, 2000
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  3. richard2

    richard2 Banned
    Messages: 101

    use finale mixes nice or for sites in need of fire support try round up / trimec / surflan......it's a nuke...nothing makes it through that!
     
    richard2, Aug 20, 2000
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  4. bob

    bob LawnSite Platinum Member
    from DE
    Messages: 4,262

    I use Round Up dry packs. One dry pack, 4oz scythe, and a dab of spreader sticker to a gallon of water. It always works and I've never had a clog.
     
    bob, Aug 20, 2000
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  5. excel25

    excel25 LawnSite Senior Member
    from upstate SC
    Messages: 393

    You want to make sure you put roundup 1st than add scythe, and make sure to mix will not gel. If you put scythe 1st it will gel.
     
    excel25, Aug 21, 2000
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