Arrest Max is an effective herbicide that can be used to control grasses. However, to maximize its efficiency, it is recommended to mix it with a surfactant or oil additive, such as Sure-Fire Crop Oil Plus. This surfactant helps to enhance the spreading and sticking properties of the herbicide, ensuring better coverage and absorption by the target grasses.
I have personally used Arrest Max with a surfactant, and I have noticed a significant improvement in its effectiveness. The surfactant helps the herbicide to adhere to the surface of the grass leaves, preventing it from running off or being washed away by rain or irrigation. This ensures that the herbicide has sufficient time to be absorbed by the grass and effectively kill it.
When applying Arrest Max with a surfactant, it is important to follow the recommended mixing ratios provided by the manufacturer. Usually, a surfactant is added at a certain percentage of the herbicide volume, typically around 0.25% to 0.5%. This ensures that the surfactant is present in the mixture at an optimal concentration to enhance the herbicide’s performance.
It is also crucial to choose a surfactant that is compatible with Arrest Max. Sure-Fire Crop Oil Plus is a surfactant specifically formulated for use with herbicides like Arrest Max. It is important to use a surfactant that is recommended by the herbicide manufacturer to avoid any adverse effects or reduced efficacy.
The best time to apply Arrest Max with a surfactant is when the grasses are actively growing in the spring or summer. This is when the grasses are most susceptible to the herbicide, and the surfactant helps to ensure better absorption and translocation of the herbicide within the plant.
One advantage of using a surfactant with Arrest Max is that it can improve rainfastness. This means that the herbicide will be less likely to wash off or be diluted by rain shortly after application. Arrest Max is rainfast in just one hour when mixed with a surfactant, providing peace of mind that the herbicide will remain effective even if it rains shortly after application.
While Arrest Max can be used on its own to control grasses, it is more efficient when mixed with a surfactant or oil additive. Adding a surfactant, such as Sure-Fire Crop Oil Plus, helps to improve the spreading, sticking, and absorption properties of the herbicide, leading to better control of the target grasses. It is important to follow the recommended mixing ratios and choose a surfactant that is compatible with Arrest Max to ensure optimal results.
