Woody Herbicide – Apparent (Triclopyr & Picloram)

Woody Herbicide is not registered or recommended for controlling Flamenco vine (Campsis radicans) in any situation. However, as it targets a wide range of woody weed species, it may be considered for use at your own risk in an 'off-label' trial. Note that results are not guaranteed.

It is generally recommended that livestock be removed from areas being sprayed with Woody Herbicide, at least temporarily. While Woody is generally considered safe for livestock once it has dried, the best practice is to keep livestock away from freshly sprayed areas until the herbicide has dried completely (24-48 hours).

Woody Herbicide is only registered for use in Agricultural Non-crop Areas, Commercial Areas (Outdoors), Forest Weed Control, Industrial Land/Areas, Pastures, Rights Of Way, Fallow Land, and Non-crop Areas on floodplains. It is not registered or recommended for use in cropping situations such as wheat or Barley. A selective herbicide safe for use in Barley should only be used in this situation.

When applying Woody Herbicide as a foliar application to control Siam Weed at flowering, the prevention of the flowers from dispersing seeds as the plants die will be largely dependent on their stage of development. The Department of Primary Industries recommends control of Siam Weed before flowering to achieve the best results.

Herbicides containing triclopyr and picloram (e.g., Woody Herbicide) are considered slow-acting. Provided the weather conditions are favourable, a good penetrant/adjuvant was used in the spray mix, and the overall health and vigour of the plants are reasonable, results should become apparent within 2-3 weeks of application.

Woody Herbicide 'directions for use' label outlines crops susceptible to Apparent Woody Herbicide. These include but are not limited to peas, lupins, lucerne, navy beans, peanuts, soybeans and OTHER LEGUMES (i.e. clover). Apparent Woody is damaging to susceptible crops during both growing and dormant periods. Grasses are normally unaffected and establish quickly after treatment. The 'directions for use' are on the Woody Herbicide product screen. Scroll down to the SDS & Technical tab and select. A pdf file will be available to download or print.

Woody Herbicide is registered for application with a Gas Powered Gun (i.e. Splatter Gun) at 500mL per 10L Water. The products direction for use label only recommends this method be used for controlling Blackberry, Camphor Laurel, Cockspur Thorn, Crofton Weed, Eucalyptus species, Mistflower, Sweet Briar, St Johns Wort and Wild Tobacco Tree. Many end users use this application method 'off-label' at their own risk to control Lantana with positive feedback.

Woody Herbicide is not recommended or registered to control Bamboo. Unfortunately, the only product registered for use on Bamboo is Glyphosate (Roundup), which doesn't always guarantee satisfactory results. Glyphosate & a good penetrant (i.e. Consume Penetrant) is best applied by spraying green/lush foliage. It is recommended to be done when foliage/regrowth is 1-2m tall and is used at the higher rate only (i.e. 10mL per 10L Water). The plant must often be cut back, and the new regrowth sprayed. Cutting and painting the stems may offer some cont. However, if the plant is not translocating the chemical back to the root system, the results may not be significant. 

Although not listed on the Woody Herbicide label, removing cattle whilst spraying pesticides is considered the best practice, particularly if they are being sold for human consumption in the future. After spraying, the reentry period should be long enough for the chemical to dry and be translocated through the plant. Twenty-four hours would be more than adequate. Be aware of any plants that may become poisonous once sprayed. Poisonous plants may become more palatable after spraying, and stock should be kept away from these plants until they have died down. Many plants remain poisonous after death, and stock should not be allowed access, as there is a likelihood that they may graze the dead material. Such material should be burnt if possible.

Livestock Withholding Periods do not apply to Woody Herbicide when used as directed.

Woody Herbicide is not registered or recommended to control Bathurst Burrs.  The suggested herbicides to control Bathurst Burr include Tordon 75-D, Amicide 625 or 700, 2,4-D Amine 625/700, Fluroxypyr (Starane) & MCPA 750.

Woody Herbicide is not registered to be used in turf or domestic situations. Woody targets noxious woody and herbaceous weeds. Depending on lawn type, we recommend considering a more suitable product such as Bow & Arrow Herbicide, Dicamba M, or Surefire Buffalo, Bindi & Broadleaf Weedkiller. These products are registered for the selective control of a range of broadleaf weeds, including Bindi, Clover, Oxalis and other broadleaf weeds in Buffalo, Kikuyu, Couch, QLD Blue Couch and other typical grass lawns. Please read the 'directions for use' carefully before application to ensure the safety of lawn/ turf.

Woody Herbicide does not have an expiry or best-before date.  Opening the drum does not affect the longevity of the product providing it is stored in the closed, original container in a cool, well-ventilated area.  Do not store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight.

Woody Herbicide will not have any effect on Rat's Tail Grass. Flupropanate or Glyphosate herbicides are recommended for this purpose.

Woody Herbicide is not registered to control 'Snake Bush'. However, it is likely to be effective as it is a broadleaf shrub/groundcover.  A mixture of metsulfuron-methyl and a suitable wetting agent is also recommended to ensure the best results.

Woody Herbicide is an excellent option to control Lantana on your property.  A mixture of Woody (50mL/10L), Metsulfuron Methly (1gm/10L), and Consume Penetrant (20mL/10L) will provide you with your best chance of a kill.  Ensure the whole plant is sprayed thoroughly.  The kill time will depend on the time of year sprayed, how active the plant is growing and the growing conditions.  Leaves will yellow within a few weeks, but it will take longer for the chemical to translocate through the root zone for the complete kill, so it's best to leave the plants for as long as possible after spraying.

Woody Herbicide is recommended for the control of Sifton Bush (Cassinia Sifton).  The rate is 500-mL in 100-Litres of water and bushes need to be actively growing for optimum effect.  You should also use a suitable wetting agent such as Consume Penetrant.