We have a large yard (newly sodded) last summer, and it is full of weeds. Can we safely use this without torching our other grass?
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You can keep the flame low and direct it at a small area. Beware that if those weeds actually catch fire, rather than just wilt to die, you will need something handy to put out the flames so as to not burn the grass. I love using our Red Dragon -- more natural and a lot less chemical use around here now.
1728798
I can only tell you that when I torched between my patio stones all the weeds died and did not come back, but the grass between the stones burned off and grew back very nicely. What I don't know is what variety of southern grass I have, so there is the possibility that all types of grasses may not like being burned. Think about it, the farmers burn their pastures in the spring to kill off the weeds and the pasture grasses regrow. Why not try a sample patch to see what will happen?
1728799
It will cook everything the heat touches. This is like a giant blow torch. Not a good idea for a new lawn IMO.
925995
No - it works best on a permanent path such as gravel or brick. Also, deep rooted plants like dandelion are not always killed by flame weeding.
724091
BE VERY VERY CAREFUL!!! I used on my yard to deal with a Bermuda problem I had and it killed the grass. I followed the directions but unfortunately I have a very large brown area. I used it in sept/oct and won't know if the Bermuda grass is completely gone till June. Sucks for me. Good luck.
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Define well established. If its a mature tree and you don't dump the entire bag around it, it shouldn't be a problem. If it's only a few years old, I'd be more cautious. If used appropriately it should still be fine. I'd start with a light application and see what weeds survive. You can always do the areas that need it a second time rather than risk the tree by applying super heavy to get it all in one shot. But if we're talking a nice tree with trunk over 6 inches in diameter it's probably still safe. The roots are deep enough and broad enough to avoid much damage.
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I wouldn't try to use it without having something to there to run the rubber wheel along--i.e., at least some sort of brick or other edging between the flower bed and the grass. Without having an edging, try grass shears or one of those sharp things you sort of plunge in (I don't know what they're called).
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Yes, this is an organic fertilizaer and it won't burn your grass. You can't fertilize your lawn with synthetic fertilizers as they are sodium based products which burn the grass due to the salt. Milorganite is basically feces and will not harm your lawn when used in the summer. I use this with alfalfa meal (rabbit food/iguana bedding @15lbs per 1000 ft) and have outstanding results in the summer. Make sure to water at least an inch after application (if it hasn't rained within a week) to help breakdown the fertilizers. Enjoy!
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We have that darned stuff in our yard too. The Weed remover works pretty darned well, as long as your ground is damp from spring rains. Once it gets hard and dry, not so good. It's really kind of fun to pull the thistles and dandilions out using this device -- as long as the ground is damp, that is.
656332
My "lawn" is weeds but it looks lake grass when its cut and its so much easier than trying to dig them out. As long as you don't leave a gap it's smooth and looks nice.
1493317
Honestly not sure. I just cut the grass if it is to high I have to go over the area a couple of times. Lol at the moment I have well maintain weeds. In areas where there is actual grass it guy very nicely
887898
I Would think it would be fine. Especially if it's not a windy day. Personnelly we have a concrete patio but it is pretty small so I use it close to the grass and the grass has never caught fire or even smoldered. Actually I have never even seen sparks fly out of it.
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Oh yea! That is exactly what I used it for in the fall. Got rid of weeds, grass, insects, leaves and most anything else that is incapable of surviving in a 1500 degree Fahrenheit environment. I also used it on the brick sidewalk and asphalt drive this winter to melt away the annoying ice that cannot be dislodged by using a shovel or pick ax for that matter.
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It killed mine in the southeast region. It kills a lot of weeds, but not the grass. My grass looks great as it is able to fill in without all the weeds taking over. It even appears to be more green after usage. 1 bottle has lasted me 2 summers so far. Great product! I will buy again!
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Of course you can. By turf grass I assume you mean nice thick grass. My lawn is thick & close to walls, a fence, trees & shrubs. I put on knee pads & kneel to trim. My Black & Decker has a 4 in. Cut. Trim slowly & you will do a good job. I have a self propelled walk behind mower. There is a 4 in. space from the tip of the mower blade to the right side of the mower wheel. The height of the grass from my Black & Becker & the height of the grass from my lawn mower is perfect. Nice thick turf.
863122
You can but seems to be overkill. If u have Crabgrass problem then just use said product, if general control needed just use the weed and feed.
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I put landscaping fabric to prevent any weeds, but heavy duty fabric or even a tarp would probably keep your soils from mixing. The kit fits together nicely so you would have a flat structure to attach treated boards if you'd prefer.
671836
Yes you can. It will not kill weeds but will kill grass around trees, shrubs, flowers.
2046888
It's safe. But not a good idea. If you want to put on grass. Place something beneath it like bricks or something. The heat from the pit will brown out your lawn if you don't protect it. Obviously if you put something down, don't forget to pick it back up after pit cools and you are done. Otherwise that will kill the lawn too.