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Meet the future of Weed & Grass Control: Pre-Measured Non-Selective Weed Solution. No more messy calculations, chemical spills, or back-and-forth trips to refill. Compact and portable, this solution fits in your pocket and is ready to use at any water source. Enjoy effortless precision and efficient results with every application.
ZipZap™ non-selective, post-emergence herbicide provides fast, effective control of the toughest broadleaf and grass weed challenges, including those resistant to glyphosate and multiple herbicide classes. Its novel mode of action works quickly to control undesirable plant vegetation around ornamental trees, shrubs, and potted plants, as well as landscape trim and natural areas. ZipZap™ also has minimal soil residual, which makes it an effective pre-plant treatment for turf, ornamentals, and greenhouses. When applied to dormant Bermudagrass or Bahiagrass, ZipZap™ will provide control or suppression of many winter annual weeds, including annual bluegrass.
Step 1: Fill Your Backpack Sprayer with Water
Start by filling your 4–5 gallon sprayer to the desired level with clean water . No need to measure or worry about foam buildup from adding the product first —ZipZap™ is designed to work flawlessly every time.
Step 2: Add ZipZap™
Grab your 8oz ZipZap™ bottle. Twist off the cap, pour the entire pre-mixed solution directly into your sprayer, and watch as the precision formula instantly integrates. No calculations. No spills. No stress.
Step 3: Spray and Conquer
Seal your sprayer, give it a light shake, and you’re ready to attack weeds like a pro. Dispose of the empty ZipZap™ bottle and get back to creating pristine landscapes.
Lawn renovations
Driveways & fence lines
Landscape beds
Hardscapes
Property edges
Pre-seeding burndown
Dormant turf applications
Spot spraying problem weeds
⚠️ Non-selective: Kills green plants it contacts.
| Turf Type | Use Timing | Application Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bermudagrass | Fully dormant (late fall/winter) | 1.25–2.0 oz/gal | Apply only when dormant |
| Bahiagrass | Fully dormant | 1.25–2.0 oz/gal | Spot treatments only |
| Cool-Season Lawns (Fescue, Rye, Bluegrass) | Renovation / Spot Spray | 0.5–2.0 oz/gal | Not for blanket spraying |
| Warm-Season Lawns (Zoysia, Bermuda) | Renovation / Dormant | 0.5–2.0 oz/gal | Avoid active growth |
| Residential Lawns | Spot treatment only | Max 4 oz/gal/1000 sq ft | No broadcast spraying |
Residential lawn use is limited to spot treatments.
| Weed Size | Rate (per Gallon) | Rate (per 1,000 sq ft) | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 3" (easy) | 0.5 oz | 0.5 oz | Young weeds |
| < 3" | 1.0 oz | 1.0 oz | Standard control |
| < 6" grasses | 1.25 oz | 1.25 oz | Pre-tiller stage |
| > 6" / Mature | 1.25–2.0 oz | 1.25–2.0 oz | Heavy infestations |
Apply 1 gallon of spray per 1,000 sq ft.
Spray actively growing weeds
Target weeds under 3 inches when possible
Apply between dawn and 2 hours before sunset
Avoid spraying during:
Heavy dew
Drought stress
Cold stress
Rain within 4 hours
Rainfast in 4 hours
Fill tank halfway with clean water
Start agitation
Add tank mix partner (if used)
Add ZipZap® last
Finish filling with water
Maintain agitation
0.5–2.0 fl oz per gallon of water
Add ammonium sulfate (AMS):
8.5–17 lbs per 100 gallons
Improves performance in hard wate
No surfactant required.
Wear gloves, long sleeves, pants, and closed shoes
Avoid drift onto desirable plants
Do not apply through irrigation
Keep people and pets off until dry
Do not graze treated areas
Clean sprayer after use
Always follow label directions.