Residential DIYers that are looking for an alternative that can deliver effective weed control as an alternative to MSMA can try msm turf herbicide or 2,4-D amine selective weed killer.
Can you still buy MSMA?
MSMA has been off the market for us regular folks, and few places have any old stock to sell. Licensed applicators can still procure it. You don’t need a license.
Why is MSMA banned?
Why MSMA Was Banned MSMA contains an organic form of arsenic that is relatively nontoxic. However, in an inorganic state, arsenic is highly toxic. And in 2006, water samples from some golf courses in Florida tested high in arsenic, which prompted the EPA to cancel the registration for ag use.
What product contains MSMA?
Target 6 Plus (MSMA) 48.2% Turf Herbicide – 5 gallons:1 case (2 x 2.5 Gallon jugs)
How long does it take MSMA to work?
Additional Information
| Availability | Available In Stores, In Stock Online |
|---|---|
| Use Sites | Outdoors |
| Time to Kill | MSMA Target 6 Plus will begin killing weeds immediately. You will notice chlorosis, which is discoloration of the plant leaves, but it may take up to 14 days until complete control is achieved. |
Is MSMA safe around trees?
Post-Emergence Grass Killers – This group of herbicides is composed of arsonates such as MSMA and DSMA which are applied to turf for post-emergent control of crabgrass and other annual grasses. Arsonates are not root- absorbed and are safe around woody vegetation.
What kind of weed control can I use with MSMA?
This product is a combination of liquid herbicide and surfactant blend. When used as directed on the label, MSMA can control and eliminate many post-emergent noxious weeds, including crabgrass, dallisgrass, sandburs, and more. We recommend MSMA for dallisgrass treatment, as well as various common weeds.
What can I use as an alternative to MSMA?
When did the last MSMA herbicide come out?
Weed control for residential and commercial lawn care got tougher when distributor sales of MSMA herbicide ended on Dec. 31, 2010. But several new and alternative products are filling in the gap.
Can you use MSMA on a residential lawn?
For residential use, lawn owners are out of luck using MSMA which was helpful in managing weeds that were often difficult to control using conventional herbicides. Fortunately, there are solid alternatives that provide good weed control and Solutions holds a number of those options that can make up for MSMA’s absence.
