pre m on seeded fescue/rye lawn??

[imograss]

is there a granular pre m that i can put down at the same time as seed without affecting it ? this is probably a dumb question.but theres always a new product coming out with different features. if so what name, ballpark price, application info.
thanks in advance for any input.

[mariner]

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Its called Siduron (Tupersan). Not sure about it. Never used it.

[GroundKprs]

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he he, Admin ventures out to this corner of the playground, and everyone stays away for 3 days. Gotta meet that tough cookie some day, LOL.

<i>Tupersan</i> (other trade names also), with A.I. siduron, will control crabgrass & foxtail in spring seeding for up to 30 days. However, the cost is much more than the cost of normal pre-ems. It has been around for many years; I first used it back in early 80s.

Last time I purchased, I think it was around $30 for a 20# bag. Rate on new seeding is 2#/K, established turf is 4#/K. Yes, it does cost a LOT more, but it will give you much better success in a spring seeding. Cost is just included in the price to client, if he wishes a proper job done. You do not waste this stuff, so apply just before weed grasses will germinate - just before, within days. You would have to make at least a second application, and maybe a third in your area, depending on how well your new seeding is doing.