Are there any tips on using this? I used it once over 10 years ago and it killed my impatiens. I never used it again.
1830705
I have used it extensively here and have had no problems with any of my plants. You have to make sure you pull any weeds that are growing and then use it. I am almost virtually weed free. Have them pop up here and there, but almost 3 to 4 weeks after watering it in. We have those down by our mail box and haven't had a problem with Preen, but I live in 10 miles outside Tampa, Fl, haven't had any problems.
1830706
I have used preen for many years and never sustained damage to mature plants. I use approximately 25 lbs annually. I begin before the temperatures warm. The last couple of weeks we received in excess of 15 inches of rain. Some of the areas that I applied preen, there was the beginning of weed shots. I re applied preen to those areas and lightly applied round up on the weeds. In closing, Preen has saved me hundreds of hours over the years.
1830707
I use it around hosta and other bushes. I used it near my impatients, but I did not appy Preen directly over the flowers or any flowers, so I don't know what to say about your concern.
1830708
You must have used it awfully heavily; I have not had a problem with it killing anything. I do have impatiens in pots on the patio, so they don't get it. Maybe they are really sensitive to it? We compost our own stuff from horses, goats, stall straw, weeds, etc., so there are a ton of weed seeds and I use the Preen rather heavily. I have not had a problem with anything dying from it.
1830709
As a Master Gardener, I highly recommend Preen Weed Preventer. I have used this product for over 15 years and wouldn't be able to maintain the number of gardens in my yard without it. I apply generously twice a year--before spring /summer annual weeds come up and before fall/winter annual weeds come up. But last year, I didn't read the package label carefully enough and purchased another Preen product: "Preen Lawn Broadleaf Weed Control Granules" and that is a different product altogether. It is formulated to kill weeds that are already growing and will kill your impatiens. It is also harmful to fish, once it gets into the water. So, stick with Preen Weed Preventer and you should be fine. As a Master Gardener, I highly recommend Preen Weed Preventer. I have used this product for over 15 years and wouldn't be able to maintain the number of gardens in my yard without it. I apply generously twice a year--before spring /summer annual weeds come up and before fall/winter annual weeds come up. But last year, I didn't read the package label carefully enough and purchased another Preen product: "Preen Lawn Broadleaf Weed Control Granules" and that is a different product altogether. It is formulated to kill weeds that are already growing and will kill your impatiens. It is... » Read More As a Master Gardener, I highly recommend Preen Weed Preventer. I have used this product for over 15 years and wouldn't be able to maintain the number of gardens in my yard without it. I apply generously twice a year--before spring /summer annual weeds come up and before fall/winter annual weeds come up. But last year, I didn't read the package label carefully enough and purchased another Preen product: "Preen Lawn Broadleaf Weed Control Granules" and that is a different product altogether. It is formulated to kill weeds that are already growing and will kill your impatiens. It is also harmful to fish, once it gets into the water. So, stick with Preen Weed Preventer and you should be fine. « Show Less
1042700
Better ask the manufacturer. My opinion is : Don't use it on any plants you will eat!!
1327982
That is true! The same happened to me twice so I stopped using it as a slicer. Such a shame cause it was great. Cusinart replaced it both times but I stopped slicingever since :( happy to know it's not just me :)
1660456
I also have one of these dps 1200. I've used it before with pretty good results as I recall. Now I've dusted it off and want to use it again but I'll be darned if I can find the manual to this thing and I don't trust myself to recall how to use it. It's been quiet a few years since I last used it. Anybody know where I can get a manual??
1962053
I have not trired Natpro - Progestelle has a lot of instuctions as to best use it - and I found I had to eliminate many things before I can use it - been doing that and will be trying the product again - I did find when I used it the first time that I was a bit breathless - which disappeared right away with discontinuance - will hopefully be able to try again.
1881425
I haven't tried it because its always been in use. I will try tonite and answer tomorrow for you.
1742002
Try spraying it with WD40......works for me.........I also do it throughout the year.........hope it helps.........sharon
2210120
I also used this in the 90's and it was very effective even though i limited the spray to their bedding and the garage (where their beds are). i used it sparingly. We had a number of years where we didn't use it as the flea situation did not warrant it, however, this year called for heavy guns since the fleas were not responding as well to the diatomaceous earth applications as in the past. So we sprayed their bedding and garage judiciously and very lightly sprayed a couple dusty, flea-prone areas in our yard. We also applied a small amount near the base of two of our longer-haired dogs' tails where the fleas were heavily concentrated. There was a noticable drop in the flea population within a few days and we have only sprayed their bedding one more time since then (about a month after first application). Now when we flea comb them at night they are down to a couple of fleas (if that) instead of a bustling metropolis. This is saying something as the warm weather season is still in effect in Southern California. And we did continue to use DE in conjuction with Adams both on their bedding and fur. I would recommend always wearing gloves and spraying during calm conditions. We kept the dogs away from recently sprayed areas until they were thoroughly dry for safety's sake. I prefer to use natural products whenever possible but we had to make an exception this year. Good luck.
713837
Not recommended anymore because of brain eating amoebas killing a couple of people after using tap water and a different sinus irrigation product. (Sounds crazy I know, but Google it) Just use distilled, filtered or boiled along with regular salt. As the others have said, regular salt does burn more than the premixed solutions. It doesn't really bother me though.
1230705
Yes, unfortunately this is absolutely true. It's unfortunate because it has ruined the product. It leaves a nasty aspartame aftertaste that I just can't handle. Returning my 3 cans. This was one of meals everyday since the late 90s. Now I have to figure something else out I guess. I suggested that Natures Plus make a Spirutein Classic. They'll notice that their sales drop immediately from this change and probably change back. I wrote the company directly to inquire about the change.
656346
Don't expect a quick result but it does kill it. Right now is too late to use because it is really cold. Unless the temperature changes to milder weather, above 50degrees or more.
1678453
I love using Preen. It has helped keep the weeds from growing. I have only used it in my regular garden, not where I grow vegetables. I like the answers submitted by other fellow users. It is better to be safe!
1152666
I am very sorry to hear that you have had an unproductive experience while using this product, Mr. Don Y. To my knowledge, there is no guarantee. May I ask how long you've been using it, please?
842108
I used the ready mix on my Poison Ivy on a hot sunny day w/several dry hot days to follow. Worked wonderful & killed it. anything that wasn't dead & crispy (blotchy brown/green leaves) I re-sprayed several weeks later. not sure it killed the roots though. don't see any new shoots so far but it's hard to tell since I have lots of PI!
1003026
I have not experienced this even though I don't use this product like I once did. I still maintained a descent result and I'm happy with it to this day! Good luck
2032875
I haven't used mine for the whole year. I stopped using for a while and now I started again. My problem was a blood pressure pill that was causing all my coughing and nausea, but now I started using the bottle again. I'm thinking that if you keep up with care (like rinsing once a month with white vinegar and hot water) that will extend the life of your pod. I have two so I switch from one to the other and I guess that can also help....
175056
I've gotten in to a running dialogue with Bonide on what plants its safe to use on. They say its safe for all plants. Thing is, I used it on my Epiphyllums and several weaks later they did not look well at all. They are slowly coming back. I did see leaf drop and leaf discoloration on other plants after using it. I can say there are no bugs. I hate dealing with scale which is the reason I decided to give it a try.