Streamline Basal Application of Herbicide for Small-Stem Hardwood Control

Abstract

Abstract. The effectiveness of low-volume b a s a lapplication of herbicide - "streamline" application - was evaluated on 25 hardwood species and loblolly pine. Test mixtures were step-wise rates of Garlon 4 mixed in diesel fuel with a penatrant added. Most comparisons tested 1O%, 20%, and 30% mixtures of Garlon 4, while tests with saplings and small trees used 20%, 30%, and 40%. Target stemsranged from 2 ft tall to 6 in. dbh. Applications were made in February, using pressure-regulated handguns equipped with straight stream nozzles attached to backpack sprayers. Two bands of the herbicide mixture were applied to two sides of all stems.

Citation

Miller, James H. 1990. Streamline Basal Application of Herbicide for Small-Stem Hardwood Control. Southern Journal of Applied Forestry 14: 161-165.