Description of Loosestrife, Purple (Lythrum salicaria):
Purple loosestrife is a plant that's common in wetlands and has purple flowers arranged on a spike at the top of the stems. The leaves are shaped like medieval lances and grow in pairs opposite of each other along the stem. The flowers have 6 petals each. The roots spread extensively and are very woody.
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Purple Loosestrife Optimized Control Options Finder
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According to the manufacturer approved labels: The following 2 weed killers, applied at the listed application rates, will control Purple Loosestrife.
Spot Treatment
No spot treatment rates listed. Please, review the label or contact the merchant for more information.
Blanket Treatment
per
Label Rate:
0.16 - 0.32 fluid ounces per 1,000 sqft
Cost Effectiveness:
Covers 99566 - 199131 square feet
at a cost of
$0.48 - $0.95 per 1,000 sqft
at a cost of
$0.48 - $0.95 per 1,000 sqft
Safe On
No safe on treatments listed. Please, review the label or contact the merchant for more information.
Spot Treatment
per
Label Rate:
0.38 - 0.75 fluid ounces per gallon
Cost Effectiveness:
Makes 10.667 - 21.333 gallons
at a cost of
$0.99 - $1.98 per gallon
at a cost of
$0.99 - $1.98 per gallon
Blanket Treatment
per
Label Rate:
0.38 - 0.75 fluid ounces per 1,000 sqft
Cost Effectiveness:
Covers 10667 - 21333 square feet
at a cost of
$0.99 - $1.98 per 1,000 sqft
at a cost of
$0.99 - $1.98 per 1,000 sqft
Safe On
Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial Ryegrass, and Tall Fescue
Safe Rate:
Safe Rate:
0.38 - 0.75 fluid ounces per gallon
or
0.38 - 0.75 fluid ounces per 1,000 sqft
CertainLabel™ Calculator for Hi-Yield Triclopyr Ester & these grass types
or
0.38 - 0.75 fluid ounces per 1,000 sqft