
Pylex Herbicide - 4 Ounce
Regular price $420.00Pylex™ Herbicide
Pylex™ Herbicide is a professional-grade, post-emergent weed control solution designed for serious turf managers and homeowners who want commercial-level results. Powered by topramezone (Group 27) chemistry, Pylex delivers fast, visible control of tough grass and broadleaf weeds while maintaining excellent turf safety when used correctly.
Pylex is trusted by golf courses, sod farms, and advanced DIY applicators for its ability to selectively remove unwanted weeds without damaging desirable turf.
✅ Where Pylex Can Be Used
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Residential lawns
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Sod farms
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Golf course fairways, tees, and roughs
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(Not for use on greens or collars)
🌱 Turfgrass Tolerance
Pylex is labeled for use on select turf species, including:
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Kentucky Bluegrass
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Perennial Ryegrass
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Tall Fescue
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Fine Fescue
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Bermudagrass (for selective and conversion programs)
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Seashore Paspalum (with restrictions)
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Creeping Bentgrass (reduced rate only)
⚠️ Do NOT apply to St. Augustinegrass, Zoysiagrass, Bahiagrass, Buffalograss, or Carpetgrass (except for specific suppression programs).
📊 Application Rates by Turf & Weed Type
| Target Weeds / Turf Type | Rate per Acre | Rate per 1,000 sq ft | Timing |
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| Annual Grasses & Broadleaf Weeds | 1.0–1.5 fl oz | 0.023–0.034 fl oz | Early growth stage |
| Perennial Grass Weeds | 1.0–1.33 fl oz (3 apps) | 0.023–0.030 fl oz | Every 3–4 weeks |
| Kentucky Bluegrass (Max Rate) | Up to 2.0 fl oz | 0.046 fl oz | As needed |
Annual Maximum:
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4.0 fl oz per acre per year
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No more than 3 applications per season
🕒 Best Application Timing
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Apply to actively growing weeds
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For annual grasses: before the 4th tiller stage
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For perennial grasses: mid-to-late summer programs
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Avoid applications during drought stress or extreme heat
🧪 Mixing Instructions
Pylex requires a spray adjuvant for best performance.
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Fill spray tank halfway with clean water
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Add measured amount of Pylex
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Add MSO or COC (0.5–1% v/v)
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Agitate thoroughly
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Finish filling tank with water
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Spray evenly
Recommended Additives:
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MSO (Methylated Seed Oil) or
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COC (Crop Oil Concentrate)
Rate: 2–4 quarts per 100 gallons
🛡️ Safety & Use Guidelines
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Do not exceed labeled rates
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Do not apply to stressed turf
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Do not spray near ornamentals
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Avoid drift and runoff
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Keep off treated areas until dry
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Do not apply through irrigation systems
Always follow the EPA-approved label for full safety instructions.
⭐ Why Choose Pylex?
✔ Controls tough grassy and broadleaf weeds
✔ Works where many products fail
✔ Excellent cool-season conversion tool
✔ Professional-grade chemistry
✔ Flexible tank-mix options
✔ Trusted by turf professionals nationwide
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