Sabakem Tebuthiuron 200GR Herbicide

The Sabakem Tebuthiuron 200GR Herbicide is a clay pellet that requires enough rain to break down the clay and allow the active ingredient (Tebuthiuron) to be leached into the soil under the drip line of the tree.  The amount of rain required for full absorption depends on the soil type, but ideally, it would be approximately 25 mL of gentle rain. Tebuthiuron is a slow-acting herbicide. The time it takes to be taken up by the trees root system and translocated through the sap flow depends on the tree species and the time of year. Results may not be seen for many weeks or possibly months after application. It is not uncommon for certain tree species to produce new growth after treatment, but this is usually short-lived until the residual treatment affects the tree.

Sabakem Tebuthiuron 200GR Herbicide is not registered for or recommended to control Prickly Tea Tree (Leptospermum continentale). It is recommended to control many woody weeds, including various tree species, including large gum tree species. Unfortunately, we do not have data available if this product has been used to control Prickly Tea Tree. An 'off-label' trial would need to be conducted at your risk-taking consideration of non-target species nearby (i.e. trees) that may also be affected.

Sabakem Tebuthiuron 200GR Herbicide is a selective herbicide safe to use in pastures when applied at the recommended rates. If the product is applied over the recommended rate, you can run the risk of killing the pasture grass. This damage may be present for an extended period as Tebuthiuron does have a residual effect that can last in the soil for many years, depending on various factors such as soil type and rainfall.

Sabakem Tebuthiuron 200GR Herbicide is a selective herbicide safe to use in pastures when applied at the recommended rates. If the product is applied over the recommended rate, you can run the risk of killing the pasture grass. This damage may be present for an extended period as Tebuthiuron does have a residual effect that can last in the soil for many years, depending on various factors such as soil type and rainfall.

Many factors can affect when tebuthiuron can be applied after a fire, including the fire severity, soil type and rainfall. As a general recommendation, waiting at least 3-6 months after a fire before applying Sabakem Tebuthiuron 200GR Herbicide is advisable. This allows the soil to recover, reduces the risk of ash interference, and ensures sufficient rainfall penetration for the herbicide to reach its target. Ash can potentially absorb or bind tebuthiuron, making it less available for plant uptake and reducing its effectiveness as a herbicide. This effect may vary depending on the type of ash, soil conditions, and herbicide application rate.

Sabakem Tebuthiuron 200GR is not registered to control wattle due to this species' deep tap root nature and the herbicide potentially not penetrating deep enough to be effectively taken up by the plant.