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Does Ferti-Lome have a product that will kill the weeds but not harm the Junipers

Posted on December 29, 2001

Question:
Hi Chuck, I have a hillside planted in Junipers (Blue Rug I think). They are planted about 6 feet apart, and are spreading very slowly, probably because they were planted in poor soil with no soil improvement (they were planted before I moved here). I have to use a weed trimmer several times each summer. I have heard that Ferti-Lome has a product that will kill the weeds but not harm the Junipers, and I would like to know what that product is. Also, any info on
good fertilizers for these Junipers to speed their growth rate. Thanks.

Answer:
Hi-yield Poast is an,excellent product for grassy weed control and can be sprayed right over the top of the juniper. This will only kill grasses and not broadleaf weeds. If broadleaf weeds are the problem I suggest applying Hi-yield Kilzall very selectively to the weeds only. Kilzall only kills what it hits and kills it systemically through the root. It is also inactivated once it hits soil so it cannot leach to other plants. An application of Preen would then keep any seeds from sprouting in that area. Fertilome Acid Loving is an excellent fertilizer if you wish to use a water soluble spray form. It adds acid while fertilizing which is important for junipers. You may also use a granular product such as sulfer or copperous to acidify the soil then use an appropriate tree & shrub food. Chuck

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