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Fertilizer Team

Training, standards, and resources for the team handling fertilization work for ProScapes clients.

Introduction

Introduction — Bratt Tree & ProScapes

ProScapes and Bratt Tree have partnered to bring clients of both companies more offerings and a higher level of service. As part of this partnership, Bratt Tree's Plant Health Care (PHC) team handles ProScapes' annual fertilizer treatments — and in turn, our PHC technicians gain more hours and a greater variety of work throughout the season.

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A Stronger Partnership

ProScapes and Bratt Tree teamed up so both companies can serve their clients with more offerings and better service — combining each company's strengths into one seamless experience.

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Fertilizer Treatments

Bratt Tree assists ProScapes with their annual fertilizer treatments, keeping ProScapes' client properties healthy and green throughout the growing season.

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More Hours & Variety

The partnership gives Bratt Tree's PHC technicians more hours and a greater variety of work during the season — building skills across both tree care and turf fertilization.

Welcome to the Team

This site is your home base for the fertilizer program — training, standards, product and safety information, and the tools you'll use in the field. Thanks for being part of making both companies better for the clients we serve.

Training

Uniforms & While Onsite at Client Properties

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What ProScapes Provides

ProScapes will provide you the following items to wear:

  • Company T-shirt
  • Company Hat
  • Company Sweatshirt
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Vehicles

You will always be driving a ProScapes vehicle to properties.

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Reporting

  • You will report to ProScapes on days that you work on their accounts.
  • When you are working at ProScapes, you will report to Nick Mendes (CEO) and Jason Boltz (Operations).
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Time & Payroll

  • You will continue to clock in and out through Bratt Tree's ADP app.
  • Bratt Tree will pay you with normal weekly payroll.

While You're Onsite

When you're onsite, inform the clients — or anyone that approaches you — that you are working with ProScapes.

📇 Save Our Numbers

Open your phone's camera and point it at a code below to save the contact directly to your phone — so you can reach Nick or Jason quickly while you're on a ProScapes job.

QR code to save Nick Mendes' contact to your phone
Nick MendesCEO
QR code to save Jason Boltz' contact to your phone
Jason BoltzOperations
Training

Turfco T3100 Training

Work through the slideshow below before operating the T3100. It covers the machine, dry (spreader) and liquid (sprayer) application best practices, service training from the Turfco Quick Service manual, and safety do's and don'ts. Content is based on the Turfco T3100 Operator's Manual (669833 Rev A) and Turfco Service Quick Tips.

ProScapes Fertilizer Team

Turfco T3100 Applicator Training

Ride-on spreader / sprayer • Operation • Best Practices • Service • Safety

Introduction

Meet the T3100

  • The Turfco T3100 is a self-powered, ride-on spreader/sprayer built for high-production lawn application of dry (granular) and liquid turf care products.
  • Covers up to 4,000 sq ft per minute (240,000 sq ft per hour) spreading and/or spraying.
  • 4-wheel machine with automotive-style steering — front wheels steer, rear wheels drive.
  • Operator stands on a vibration-isolated platform at the rear; speed is controlled 0–5 MPH with a simple hand control and foot pedal.
  • The machine stops automatically when the operator releases the speed control or dismounts.
Intended use: application of properly prepared turf care liquid spray and granular products on properly prepared worksites — nothing else.
Introduction

Key Specifications

Engine
Briggs & Stratton INTEK 10.5 HP
Ground Speed
0–5 MPH (3½ MPH spread lever)
Hopper Capacity
2.9 cu ft / 175 lb (with extension)
Spray Tanks
2 × 9 gal = 18 gallons total
Spread Width
Full 16–22 ft • Trim 12–14 ft
Spray Width
Full 9–11 ft • Trim 3–4 ft
Weight
500 lb empty / 825 lb loaded
Fuel
2 gal gasoline
Production rate: 4,000 sq ft/min. Effective spread swaths are 18/9 ft (wide) and 12/6 ft (narrow) — the spreader needs 100% overlap for even coverage.
Operation

Operator Driving Controls

  • Parking Brake Lever — ON whenever the operator is off the machine.
  • Freewheel Lever — puts the transaxle in neutral so the machine can be pushed by hand. Must be in normal (left) position during operation.
  • Engine Throttle — run at FAST during application for constant, even ground speed.
  • Forward/Reverse Speed Control — squeeze forward to go, pull back for reverse, release to stop.
  • Forward Speed Control Pedal (green) — controls forward speed with your foot so hands are free for spreader/sprayer controls. Forward only.
  • Steering Wheel — automotive style, with spinner knob.
  • 3½ MPH Speed Lever — limits ground speed for spreading only — never use while spraying.
Releasing the speed control automatically applies dynamic braking — the machine stops within a few feet.
Operation

Before You Start — Daily Checklist

  • Read the operator's manual and complete training before first use.
  • Check the engine oil level and the transaxle fluid level.
  • Check tire pressure (inflate to the PSI marked on the tire).
  • Fill with fresh, approved gasoline — never refuel while the engine is hot or running.
  • Inspect for loose nuts, bolts, hardware, or anything abnormal.
  • Confirm all guards and covers are secure — never operate without them.
  • Test every control from the operator platform before starting; check the platform locking knob is locked.
  • Confirm the fuel shut-off valve is open and the parking brake is set before starting.
Operation

Learning to Drive

  • Practice first in a large, smooth, paved area like a parking lot — not on a lawn.
  • Stand on the platform, one hand on the support bar, one on the wheel. Release the brake, then squeeze the speed control forward slowly.
  • Practice releasing the speed control repeatedly to get used to the automatic braking.
  • Try reverse using the lever under the left support bar — slowly.
  • Drive in all modes: fast, slow, turns, figure 8s, and backing — for at least 10 minutes.
  • Practice at least 30 minutes in varied conditions and simulate tight spots (e.g., between a fence and an AC unit) before ever applying product.
It can take several hours of practice to develop the skill to properly applicate a lawn. Don't rush it — operating before you're ready can damage the machine, the lawn, or you.
Safety

Curbs, Slopes & Hills

  • Use curb cuts and driveways whenever possible.
  • Climbing a curb: approach at 45°, stop a few inches away, dismount, hold the wheel firmly, and walk the machine slowly over. Remount on top. Same technique going down.
  • 15° is the maximum slope — period. Steeper slopes risk rollover; use walk-behind applicators instead.
  • On slopes, drive at a 45° angle to the incline — never straight across the face of a slope at 90°.
  • Do not turn the machine while on a slope or incline.
Operating beyond 15° can cause injury, machine damage, rollovers, and material spills.
Dry Product

Spreader — Know the Components

  • Hopper — 2.9 cu ft / 175 lb. Always use the screen when filling.
  • Spreader Gate — opens to drop product onto the spinner. Push forward to open, pull back to close.
  • Gate Rate Adjuster Dial — white cam on the hopper front; sets exact gate opening. Licensed persons only.
  • Vari-Rate Gate Stop — presets a 60% gate opening for trim work; tip the handle out to bypass for 100%.
  • Spinner Wheel & Speed Control — full ahead = wide pattern; pull back = narrow/trim (~7 ft). Move the lever only while the engine runs.
  • Accuway Spread Pattern Adjuster — black wedge that balances throw left/right. Re-adjust whenever the gate setting or product changes.
  • Trim Spread Border Patrol — deflector on the left side; pull back (ON) to keep product off walks, beds, and curbs.
Dry Product

Dry Application — Best Practice Routine

  • 1. Walk the property first. Drive the perimeter slowly and note every obstacle, hole, rock, or hazard before applying anything.
  • 2. Fill with the screen in place, using the product specified for the round.
  • 3. Trim pass: Border Patrol ON, go clockwise around the outer edge, left wheels ~6 inches inside walks/drives, gate at the 60% Vari-Rate stop (spreading right only).
  • 4. Obstacles: with the same trim settings, make a counterclockwise pass around trees, beds, and objects.
  • 5. Fill passes: stripe the lawn, throwing product to the center of your trim tire tracks so you get 100% coverage with proper overlap.
When trimming, prills coming off the front cover and left tire cover the strip beside walks — that's why you stay ~6 inches off the edge.
Dry Product

Trimming & Narrow Areas

  • Trim right, full width: Vari-Rate at 60%, Border Patrol ON, gate to the Vari-Rate stop. Pattern starts 2–3 inches left of the front tire and spreads right.
  • Trim right, narrow width: same as above plus Spinner Speed to NARROW — ideal for boulevard strips between sidewalk and street (5–6 ft pattern).
  • Narrow pass-through areas: Spinner NARROW + 60% gate = roughly a 9 ft or smaller pattern for gates and tight side yards.
  • Use the 3½ MPH speed lever for better control while spreading tight areas — but never combine spreading and spraying at that speed; the calibrations don't match.
Liquid Product

Sprayer — Know the Components

  • Pump — runs whenever the engine runs. Keep at least 1 gallon of water in each tank when not spraying to keep it cool.
  • Pressure Control & Gauge — should read 40 PSI while spraying. Set by licensed persons only — never adjust in the field.
  • Tanks — two connected 9-gal tanks; bypass flow provides agitation to keep product mixed.
  • Three spray controls: right = full (wide) nozzle, center = spray gun (hand wand), left = trim nozzle.
  • Nozzles — full and trim each apply 1 qt per 1,000 sq ft at 40 PSI and 5 MPH when calibrated.
  • Spray gun — has its own flow control valve for spot work.
Liquids only — wettable powders can plug the system. Premix product OUTSIDE the tanks, and never put a hose down into a tank (contamination risk).
Liquid Product

Spray Application — Best Practice Routine

  • 1. Walk the property first — same perimeter inspection as spreading.
  • 2. Trim pass: clockwise around the edge, left tire 2–3 inches off walks/drives, using the Trim Spray (3–4 ft wide, starting 2–3 inches left of the tire).
  • 3. Obstacles: counterclockwise trim-spray pass around all objects.
  • 4. Turning band: make a Full Spray pass 6 ft out from the trim tire track — this creates a ~13 ft band around the property for turning.
  • 5. Fill passes: spray straight across; shut off at the band, make a 180° turn, and run the next pass 9 ft from your last tire track for proper overlap.
Never use the 3½ MPH speed lever while spraying — spray calibration is based on full 5 MPH ground speed.
Calibration

Calibration — Licensed Persons Only

  • Calibration of gate settings, Vari-Rate stop, Accuway, and pump pressure is done only by licensed applicators — never adjusted in the field.
  • Time your machine: 111 ft in ~15 sec = 1,000 sq ft per 15 sec at the 18/9 ft swath; 166 ft in ~23 sec = 1,000 sq ft at the 12/6 ft swath. Re-time periodically as the machine breaks in.
  • Spreader: catch-and-weigh 60 seconds of flow (= 4,000 sq ft), adjust the gate dial until pounds match the product label rate.
  • Sprayer: with water only, catch the full nozzle for 60 seconds, adjust pressure (start ~40 PSI) until you hit 1 qt/1,000 sq ft; verify pattern width on pavement (~2 ft wider than effective swath).
  • Record everything — date, settings, product, and travel times in the calibration log.
Service Training

Daily Preventative Maintenance

  • Blow off fertilizer and debris every day with a blower or compressed air: around the axle (remove front hood), around/under the engine, inside and under the hopper (work the gate open/closed), and around the transmission.
  • Wash with water when needed (high-humidity days or weekly). Be thorough — water + fertilizer residue is extremely corrosive. Blow the unit dry afterward.
  • Variable speed pulley: clean with water while switching between wide and narrow. NO lubricant on the pulley. Blow water out with air.
  • Spray filter: ball valve OFF, remove and rinse the filter (no high-pressure air or water — it damages the screen), replace, valve back ON. Wear PPE.
  • Check engine oil and transmission oil levels.
Service Training

Weekly Preventative Maintenance

  • Grease all fittings: 2 front wheel spindles, 1 front wheel pivot (all years); front wheel fittings (pre-2011); steering arm (2016+). Wipe off excess.
  • Engine air filter: tap clean; replace if excessively dirty.
  • Carb linkage, choke, governor spring: blow clean, then work a DRY lubricant through the linkage (oil attracts fertilizer dust).
  • Check tire pressure; check engine and transaxle oil; inspect V-belts for wear.
  • Steering cables: check tension, adjust both sides evenly.
  • Nozzles: clean trim and broadcast tips — never with metal objects (damages the tip and ruins the spray pattern).
  • Check all cables (hopper gate, variable speed, throttle, trim guard) for smooth function.
Service Training

Service Know-How & Seasonal Care

  • Upright repair position: before tipping the machine up — empty hopper, drain tanks, ball valve off, remove battery and fuel, level surface, and use a properly rated lifting device that stays attached.
  • Parking brake: if the machine moves with the brake on, the crown nut on the transaxle needs ½-turn adjustments (usually caused by driving with the brake on).
  • Steering cables: tighten the clevis ends equally on both sides to keep alignment; 2015+ units have an adjustable stainless clevis. Front tires should toe out ¼–½ inch.
  • Transaxle: 20W/50 oil; change oil and filter at break-in, then every 400 hours, and purge air afterward.
  • Winterizing: flush the spray system, then run 1 gallon of RV antifreeze per tank through pump, valves, and tips. Battery on a maintainer; drain fuel or add stabilizer; full clean, grease, and inspection.
Safety

Safety DO's

  • DO read the manual, warning decals, and complete training before first operation.
  • DO wear the right PPE: safety glasses/face shield, gloves for chemicals and fertilizer, and hearing protection when needed.
  • DO read and follow chemical labels and SDS sheets for every product you load.
  • DO set the parking brake every time you leave the platform.
  • DO shut off the engine before servicing, inspecting, or unclogging anything.
  • DO keep all guards and covers in place and check brakes and controls before each shift.
  • DO let the engine cool before refueling, and use fresh gas.
  • DO dismount and walk the machine over curbs and on/off trailers.
Safety

Safety DON'Ts

  • DON'T operate under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or with stereo headsets on.
  • DON'T put hands or feet near moving or rotating parts — the spinner can throw objects at high speed.
  • DON'T operate on slopes over 15°, or turn while on any slope.
  • DON'T ride the machine while loading or unloading — ever.
  • DON'T carry passengers or let children operate the machine.
  • DON'T modify the machine, remove guards, or tamper with the governor.
  • DON'T refuel indoors, near flames/sparks, or while the engine is hot or running.
  • DON'T overload the hopper or tanks beyond rated capacity.
  • DON'T adjust calibration settings (gate dial, Vari-Rate, pump pressure) unless you are the licensed person responsible.
Safety

Chemical Safety & PPE

  • The T3100 does not protect you or bystanders from chemical exposure — during mixing, application, transport, or storage. Your PPE does.
  • Read, understand, and follow the chemical manufacturer's label and SDS for every product — application rate, mixing, handling, and required PPE.
  • Chemicals can be poisonous, cause burns, serious illness, or death. Protect against contact, inhalation, and overexposure.
  • Wear gloves when handling chemicals and fertilizers; wear eye protection around application and rotary equipment.
  • Premix products outside the tanks; never risk contaminating a water supply by placing a fill hose down into the tank.
  • Know the signal words: DANGER = will cause serious injury or death; WARNING = could; CAUTION = may cause minor injury or equipment damage.
Wrap-Up

Transport & Final Reminders

  • Loading/unloading: stand behind the platform and walk the machine up or down ramps using the speed control. Never ride it on ramps.
  • Tie down by the frame only — never the hopper, tanks, or other parts.
  • Freewheel lets you push the machine by hand — but it can roll away on slopes, so set the parking brake.
  • Keep 1 gallon of water per tank when not spraying to protect the pump.
  • Clean the machine daily — fertilizer residue destroys paint, parts, and bearings.
  • Questions? Ask your supervisor, check the full operator's manual, or call Turfco at 1-800-679-8201.
You're ready for hands-on practice. Review this deck any time — and when in doubt, the operator's manual is the final word.
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Turfco Operating Instructional Videos

Official Turfco videos covering the T3100's capabilities, operation, application, and calibration. Watch these alongside the slideshow above before running the machine.

1Capabilities
2Operating
3Application
4Calibration
5Spreader Calibration
Treatments

3 Types of Applications

Application rates are VERY important

We want to put down the exact amount of product needed — enough to make sure every property is well taken care of, without wasting expensive product. Know your rate before you load the hopper.

1 · Pre-Emergent
2.6 bags / acre
3 lbs per 1,000 sq ft (label rate)
2 · Summer Fertilization
2.6 bags / acre
3 lbs per 1,000 sq ft (label rate)
3 · Winterizer
3.5 bags / acre
4 lbs per 1,000 sq ft (label rate)

There are three applications each season. We use the same product for two of them — Summer Fertilization and Winterizer both use LESCO® 25-0-6, applied at different rates.

Application 1 · Pre-Emergent

LESCO Dimension® 0.10% 19-0-6 30% PolyPlus OPTI45 + 4.5% Cl MOP
Pre-Emergent Granular Herbicide Plus Fertilizer

EPA Registration No.: 10404-85 · Herbicide + Fertilizer
Application Rate: 2.6 bags per acre (3 lbs per 1,000 sq ft from label)

Active Ingredient

Active IngredientDimension®
Chemical NameDithiopyr
Concentration0.10%

Dithiopyr is a pre-emergent herbicide that controls crabgrass and many other annual grassy and broadleaf weeds. It also provides limited early post-emergent control of young crabgrass.

Fertilizer Analysis

Nitrogen (N)19%
Phosphate (P₂O₅)0%
Potash (K₂O)6%
Controlled Release Nitrogen30% PolyPlus OPTI45
Chloride (Cl)4.5%
Potash SourceMOP (Muriate of Potash)

Labeled For

  • Residential lawns
  • Commercial turf
  • Golf course fairways, roughs, and tees
  • Sports turf
  • Ornamental turf areas

Controls

  • Crabgrass
  • Foxtail
  • Goosegrass
  • Annual bluegrass (Poa annua)
  • Barnyardgrass
  • Spurge
  • Oxalis
  • Chickweed
  • Henbit
  • Knotweed
  • Lespedeza
  • Shepherd's purse

Plus numerous other annual weeds listed on the label.

Application 2 · Summer Fertilization

LESCO® 25-0-6 45% U-Plus® 5% Fe MOP
Turfgrass Granular Fertilizer

Item #510774 · Fertilizer only — not a pesticide
Application Rate: 2.6 bags per acre (3 lbs per 1,000 sq ft from label)

Analysis

Total Nitrogen (N)25%
Available Phosphate (P₂O₅)0%
Soluble Potash (K₂O)6%
Iron (Fe)5%
Nitrogen Source45% U-Plus controlled-release
Potash SourceMOP (Muriate of Potash / Potassium Chloride)

Chemical Components

Nitrogen SourcesUrea; polymer-coated urea (U-Plus slow release)
Potassium SourcePotassium Chloride (MOP)
Iron SourceTypically ferrous sulfate and/or iron oxide depending on manufacturing batch

EPA Registration: None

This product is a fertilizer only and does not contain a registered pesticide active ingredient. Therefore:

  • No EPA pesticide registration number
  • No pesticide label
  • Governed by state fertilizer regulations rather than EPA pesticide regulations

Designed For & Benefits

  • Residential lawns
  • Commercial turf
  • Athletic fields
  • Golf course roughs and fairways
  • HOA and municipal turf
  • Provides greening from iron
  • Promotes turf growth and density
  • Slow-release nitrogen reduces surge growth
  • Potassium improves stress tolerance
Application 3 · Winterizer

LESCO® 25-0-6 45% U-Plus® 5% Fe MOP
Turfgrass Granular Fertilizer

Item #510774 · Same product as Summer Fertilization — applied at a heavier fall rate
Application Rate: 3.5 bags per acre (4 lbs per 1,000 sq ft from label)

Analysis

Total Nitrogen (N)25%
Available Phosphate (P₂O₅)0%
Soluble Potash (K₂O)6%
Iron (Fe)5%
Nitrogen Source45% U-Plus controlled-release
Potash SourceMOP (Muriate of Potash / Potassium Chloride)

Chemical Components

Nitrogen SourcesUrea; polymer-coated urea (U-Plus slow release)
Potassium SourcePotassium Chloride (MOP)
Iron SourceTypically ferrous sulfate and/or iron oxide depending on manufacturing batch

EPA Registration: None

This product is a fertilizer only and does not contain a registered pesticide active ingredient. Therefore:

  • No EPA pesticide registration number
  • No pesticide label
  • Governed by state fertilizer regulations rather than EPA pesticide regulations

Designed For & Benefits

  • Residential lawns
  • Commercial turf
  • Athletic fields
  • Golf course roughs and fairways
  • HOA and municipal turf
  • Provides greening from iron
  • Promotes turf growth and density
  • Slow-release nitrogen reduces surge growth
  • Potassium improves stress tolerance
Treatments

Non-Selective & Selective Herbicide Treatments

Two herbicide treatment programs

In addition to the three granular fertilizer rounds, the team performs herbicide treatments for targeted weed and vegetation control. There are two programs — a non-selective treatment for total vegetation control, and a selective post-emergent treatment for broadleaf weeds in turf. Always confirm the product and rate before mixing, and follow the EPA-approved label.

1 · Non-Selective
3 herbicides
Polaris® AC Complete + Escalade® 2 + LESCO® Three-Way
2 · Selective Post-Emergent
1 herbicide
LESCO® Three-Way Selective

Non-Selective Herbicide Treatment uses a combination of three herbicides — Polaris® AC Complete, Escalade® 2, and LESCO® Three-Way. Selective Post-Emergent Herbicide Treatment uses LESCO® Three-Way only.

Non-Selective

Polaris® AC Complete Herbicide

EPA Reg. No. 228-570 · Non-selective vegetation-management herbicide (rights-of-way, forestry, industrial, fence rows, rangeland, aquatic, brush). Not a turf weed-control product like Quin-Way Ultra.
Spot treatment: 0.25%–2.5% solution · Foliar brush: 1–6 pints per acre

Active Ingredient

Active IngredientImazapyr
Chemical NameIsopropylamine salt of imazapyr
Concentration53.1%

Mode of action: HRAC/WSSA Group 2 (ALS inhibitor). Systemic — absorbed through foliage and roots; provides both post-emergent and residual soil activity.

Labeled For

  • Forestry site preparation
  • Utility rights-of-way
  • Railroad rights-of-way
  • Industrial non-cropland
  • Fence rows
  • Wildlife openings
  • Pasture and rangeland
  • Aquatic vegetation management
  • Brush and woody plant control

Controls

  • Annual and perennial grasses
  • Broadleaf weeds
  • Brush and vines
  • Woody species and hardwood trees
  • Invasive vegetation

EPA Label Application Rate

Spot Treatment0.25%–2.5% solution
Foliar Brush Control1–6 pints per acre
Site Prep / ForestryUp to several quarts per acre by species
Cut Stump TreatmentLabel-specific mixtures

Long residual soil activity with root uptake; prevents regrowth of many woody species. Used when complete vegetation control is desired rather than selective weed control.

Selective · Broadleaf

Escalade® 2 Herbicide

EPA Reg. No. 228-442 · Selective post-emergent broadleaf herbicide for turf · Microemulsion (ME) · HRAC Group 4
Broadcast turf: ~1.1–4.0 pints per acre · ~0.4–1.5 oz per 1,000 sq ft

Active Ingredients

2,4-D2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid — 39.53%
Fluroxypyr1-methylheptyl ester of fluroxypyr — 5.90%
Dicamba3,6-Dichloro-2-methoxybenzoic acid — 4.10%

Formulation: Microemulsion (ME). HRAC Group 4 (synthetic auxin herbicides).

Labeled For

  • Residential lawns
  • Commercial & institutional turf
  • Parks
  • Athletic fields
  • Golf fairways, aprons, tees (except bentgrass tees), roughs
  • Sod farms

Controls

  • 240+ broadleaf weeds
  • Dandelion, clover, plantain
  • Chickweed, knotweed, spurge
  • Oxalis, thistle
  • Ground ivy (creeping Charlie)

EPA Label Application Rates

Spot Treatment1.0–2.5 oz per gallon of water
Broadcast Turf~1.1–4.0 pints per acre
Per 1,000 sq ft~0.4–1.5 oz product
Selective 3-Way

LESCO® Three-Way Selective Herbicide

EPA Reg. No. 10404-43 · Classic 3-way (2,4-D + MCPP-p + Dicamba) · Used in both the non-selective mix and the selective treatment
Broadcast: 1.1–1.5 fl oz per 1,000 sq ft · Spot: 4 fl oz per gallon of water

Active Ingredients

2,4-DDimethylamine salt of 2,4-D — 30.56%
Mecoprop-p (MCPP-p)Dimethylamine salt of MCPP-p — 8.17%
DicambaDimethylamine salt of dicamba — 2.77%

All three are HRAC Group 4 (synthetic auxin / growth-regulator) herbicides.

Labeled For

  • Residential lawns
  • Commercial turf
  • Parks & athletic fields
  • Cemeteries
  • Golf courses (fairways, tees, aprons)
  • Sod farms
  • Roadsides & rights-of-way

Weeds Controlled

  • Dandelion
  • Clover
  • Chickweed
  • Plantain
  • Ground ivy (Creeping Charlie)
  • Henbit
  • Knotweed
  • Wild onion & garlic
  • Ragweed
  • Spurge & pigweed
  • Poison ivy & oak

EPA Rates & MN Use

Low Rate1.1 fl oz / 1,000 sq ft (~29,000 sq ft per gal)
High Rate1.5 fl oz / 1,000 sq ft (~25,600 sq ft per gal)
Spot Spray4 fl oz per 1 gallon water
MN typical~1.25 oz / 1,000 sq ft

Restrictions: do not mow 1–2 days before/after; avoid irrigation for 24 hrs after; do not apply if rain is expected within 4 hrs; avoid broadcast over 90°F; keep spray off desirable ornamentals and tree root zones. Always follow the label.

Account List

Fertilizer Account List — 2026 Treatment Dashboard

Each property receives three treatments in 2026: Pre-Emergent, Summer Fertilization, and Winterizer. Estimated time is based on 35 minutes per acre. Summer and Winterizer actuals will fill in automatically as applicator reports are completed.

Account City Acres Est.
Hrs		 Pre-Emergent Summer Fertilization Winterizer
Est. BagsBagsHrs✓ Est. BagsBagsHrs✓ Est. BagsBagsHrs✓

Bag cells are shaded by variance vs. the manufacturer-rate estimate for that treatment: at/under over 50%+ over. Hour cells are shaded by pace per acre: 35 min/acre or less 36–39 min/acre 40+ min/acre. "—" = not yet completed. "n/a" = not applicable for this property.

Estimated bag rates — manufacturer specifications

Estimated bags are calculated from each property's acreage using 50 lb bags at the manufacturer's labeled application rate: 3 lbs per 1,000 sq ft for Pre-Emergent and Summer Fertilization, 4 lbs per 1,000 sq ft for Winterizer. Rates are for the following products:

Pre-Emergent (Early Spring Application Rate): LESCO Dimension® 0.10% 19-0-6 30% PolyPlus OPTI45 + 4.5% Cl MOP Pre-Emergent Granular Herbicide Plus Fertilizer — EPA Registration No.: 10404-85

Summer Fertilization (Early Summer Application Rate): LESCO® 25-0-6 45% U-Plus® 5% Fe MOP Turfgrass Granular Fertilizer — Item #510774

Winterizer (Fall Fertilization Application Rate): LESCO® 25-0-6 45% U-Plus® 5% Fe MOP Turfgrass Granular Fertilizer — Item #510774

Applicator Report

Applicator Report

Fill this out for every application. Submitted reports appear in the Report Results section and automatically update the Account List dashboard (bags and time) for Summer Fertilization and Winterizer. Herbicide treatments (non-selective and selective) are logged to Report Results.

Pesticide Applicator Report
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MPH
ProScapes · 3401 Hwy 55, Eagan, MN 55121 · Phone: 651-528-8700 · Email: Operations@ProScapesMN.com
Report Results

Applicator Report Results

Every applicator report submitted through the site, newest first.

DateApplicatorAccountApplication TypeAmountTimeHrsTempWindEPA Reg.
Treatments

MSDS Safety Sheets

Safety Data Sheet (SDS) summaries for the products used by the Fertilizer Team. Our three applications use two products — the LESCO® 25-0-6 covers both Summer Fertilization and Winterizer.

Compliance — Federal & Minnesota Requirements

  • Federal (OSHA): These SDSs follow the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200 (GHS format). You have the right to know the hazards of every chemical you work with.
  • Minnesota Employee Right-to-Know Act (MN OSHA): SDSs must be readily accessible during every work shift. Keep a printed copy of both full SDSs in each ProScapes vehicle and at the shop — this page is a summary, not a substitute.
  • Minnesota Department of Agriculture: Pre-Emergent applications are pesticide applications — they must be made by or under a licensed commercial pesticide applicator, following the EPA-approved label.
  • FIFRA: It is a violation of federal law to use a pesticide product in any manner not prescribed on the EPA-approved label. The label — not the SDS — governs use, storage, and disposal.
Chemical Emergency (CHEMTREC, 24 hr): 1-800-424-9300 Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222 MN Duty Officer (spill reporting): 1-800-422-0798 Life-threatening emergency: 911
SDS 1 · Used For: Pre-Emergent

LESCO Dimension® 0.10% 19-0-6 Plus Fertilizer

SDS #4307 · Revision 11/15/2019 · EPA Reg. No. 10404-85 · Manufacturer: LESCO, Inc., 1385 East 36th St, Cleveland, OH 44114 · 800-347-4272
! Signal Word: WARNING — GHS07 Exclamation Mark

Hazard Statements (Section 2)

  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
  • H401 / H412 — Toxic to aquatic life; harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects

Active ingredient: Dithiopyr 0.10% (CAS 97886-45-8) in a granular fertilizer carrier (urea, potash, phosphates, limestone, iron and micronutrients).

First Aid (Section 4)

  • Inhalation: Move to fresh air; rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Seek medical advice if you feel unwell.
  • Skin: Remove contaminated clothing. Drench area with water for at least 15 minutes, then wash with mild soap and water. Wash clothing before reuse.
  • Eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if easy to do; keep rinsing. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
  • Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a Poison Center or doctor immediately; have the label at hand.

PPE & Exposure Controls (Section 8)

  • Protective gloves (chemically resistant)
  • Safety glasses or chemical goggles
  • Protective clothing; keep contaminated work clothing at the workplace
  • NIOSH-approved respirator if dust is generated or ventilation is poor
  • Wash hands and exposed skin before eating, drinking, or smoking — never eat/drink/smoke while applying

Handling, Storage & Spills (Sections 6–7, 13)

  • Avoid creating or breathing dust; use outdoors or with good ventilation
  • Store tightly closed in a dry, cool, well-ventilated place; protect from moisture
  • Keep away from strong acids, bases, oxidizers, and ammonium nitrate; corrosive to copper
  • Granules are slippery when wet
  • Spills: sweep, shovel, or vacuum — avoid dust; keep out of drains, sewers, and waterways
  • Disposal: pesticide waste — follow label and federal/state/local rules; never put down any drain; do not reuse bags

Fire: not flammable but burns at high heat; decomposes above 270°F producing ammonia and nitrogen oxides. NFPA: Health 1 / Fire 1 / Reactivity 0. HMIS: 2 / 1 / 0.

View / print the full official SDS (PDF) →
SDS 2 · Used For: Summer Fertilization & Winterizer

LESCO® 25-0-6 45% U-Plus® 5% Fe MOP Turfgrass Granular Fertilizer

Covered by: LESCO Granular Fertilizer — All Analyses SDS · Revision 9/20/2019 · Item #510774 (fertilizer only — no EPA pesticide registration) · Manufacturer: LESCO, Inc., 1385 East 36th St, Cleveland, OH 44114 · 800-347-4272
! Signal Word: WARNING — GHS07 Exclamation Mark

Hazard Statements (Section 2)

  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
  • H402 / H412 — Harmful to aquatic life; harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects

Composition: urea and polymer-coated urea, potassium chloride (MOP), ferrous sulfate / iron oxide, phosphates, limestone, and micronutrients.

First Aid (Section 4)

  • Inhalation: Move to fresh air; rest comfortably. Get medical attention if breathing difficulty persists.
  • Skin: Wash thoroughly with mild soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
  • Eyes: Immediately rinse with water for at least 15 minutes holding eyelids open. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
  • Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting; seek medical advice immediately and show the label. Large amounts can cause abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea.

PPE & Exposure Controls (Section 8)

  • Protective gloves
  • Safety glasses (for particulates and dust)
  • Suitable protective clothing
  • NIOSH-approved respirator if dust exposure limits are exceeded or irritation is felt
  • Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas (trailers, storage)

Handling, Storage & Spills (Sections 6–7, 13)

  • Avoid creating or spreading dust
  • Store tightly closed in a dry, cool, well-ventilated place; protect from moisture
  • Store away from ammonium nitrate, strong acids/bases, oxidizers, hypochlorites; corrosive to copper
  • Granules are slippery when wet
  • Spills: recover by sweeping, shoveling, or vacuuming; uncontaminated material may be used; keep out of drains and waterways
  • Disposal: place in an appropriate container and dispose of at a licensed site per local/state/federal rules

Fire: not flammable; decomposes above 270°F producing ammonia, nitrogen oxides, and biuret. NFPA: Health 2 / Fire 0 / Reactivity 0.

View / print the full official SDS (PDF) →
Used For: Non-Selective Treatment

Polaris® AC Complete Herbicide

SDS rev. 4/12/2015 · EPA Reg. No. 228-570 · Nufarm Americas Inc., 11901 S. Austin Ave, Alsip, IL 60803 · 800-345-3330
!Signal Word: CAUTION (EPA FIFRA label) — SDS GHS: no signal word required

Hazard Statements (Section 2)

  • CAUTION — Harmful if inhaled (FIFRA label)
  • Harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects
  • Environmental: aquatic acute & chronic Category 3
  • Eyes: minimally irritating · Skin: slightly irritating

Active ingredient: isopropylamine salt of imazapyr 53.1% (CAS 81510-83-0). SDS lists no physical or health hazard classification; aquatic hazard only.

First Aid (Section 4)

  • Inhaled: move to fresh air; seek medical attention if symptoms develop.
  • Eyes: hold open, rinse slowly with water several minutes; remove contacts after 5 min; seek attention if irritation persists.
  • Skin: remove contaminated clothing; rinse with plenty of water; seek attention if irritation persists.
  • Swallowed: sip a glass of water if able; do NOT induce vomiting unless told by poison control; seek attention if symptoms develop.

PPE & Exposure Controls (Section 8)

  • Chemical goggles or shielded safety glasses
  • Long-sleeved shirt, long pants, shoes plus socks
  • Waterproof / chemical-resistant gloves
  • Respirator not normally required; NIOSH respirator if mists exceed acceptable levels

Handling, Storage & Spills (Sections 6–7, 13)

  • Avoid skin/eye/clothing contact; avoid breathing spray mist
  • Mix, store & apply only in stainless steel, fiberglass, plastic, or plastic-lined steel — never unlined steel
  • Do not store below 10°F; keep out of water, food, and feed
  • Spills: dike with absorbent (earth, sand, clay); keep out of sewers and waterways

Not flammable. NFPA: Health 1 / Fire 0 / Reactivity 0.

View / print the full official SDS (PDF) →
Used For: Non-Selective Treatment

Escalade® 2 Herbicide

SDS issued 10/8/2024 · EPA Reg. No. 228-442 · Nufarm Americas Inc., 11901 S. Austin Ave, Alsip, IL 60803 · 800-345-3330
!Signal Word: WARNING — GHS07 (Exclamation) + GHS09 (Environment)

Hazard Statements (Section 2)

  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • Toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects

GHS US classification: Acute toxicity (oral) Cat 4; Skin corrosion/irritation Cat 2; Serious eye irritation Cat 2A. Contains 2,4-D DMA, fluroxypyr-meptyl, and dicamba.

First Aid (Section 4)

  • Inhalation: move to fresh air; call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell.
  • Skin: wash with plenty of water; get medical advice if irritation occurs; wash clothing before reuse.
  • Eyes: rinse cautiously with water several minutes; remove contacts if easy; continue rinsing; get advice if irritation persists.
  • Ingestion: rinse mouth; if conscious drink water; do NOT induce vomiting; call a poison center if you feel unwell.

PPE & Exposure Controls (Section 8)

  • Chemical-resistant gloves
  • Chemical goggles or face shield
  • Long-sleeved protective clothing; chemical-resistant shoes
  • NIOSH respirator if vapors or mists exceed acceptable levels

Handling, Storage & Spills (Sections 6–7, 13)

  • Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area; do not eat/drink/smoke while using
  • Store locked up in a cool, well-ventilated place; do not freeze
  • Incompatible with strong acids, bases, and oxidizers
  • Spills: contain with inert absorbent; keep out of soil, drains, and waterways

No fire hazard; flash point > 230°F. Dispose of at a hazardous/special waste collection point.

View / print the full official SDS (PDF) →
Used For: Both Treatments

LESCO® Three-Way Selective Herbicide

SDS rev. 5/18/2015 · EPA Reg. No. 10404-43 · LESCO, Inc., 1385 East 36th St, Cleveland, OH 44114 · 800-347-4272
!Signal Word: DANGER — GHS05 (Corrosion) + GHS07 (Exclamation)

Hazard Statements (Section 2)

  • Causes serious eye damage (Category 1)
  • Harmful if swallowed (acute oral Category 4)
  • May cause an allergic skin reaction (skin sensitizer Cat 1)
  • Toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects (aquatic Cat 2)

FIFRA label: DANGER — corrosive, causes irreversible eye damage. The highest-hazard product of the three — handle with extra care.

First Aid (Section 4)

  • Eyes: rinse 15–20 minutes; remove contacts after 5 min, keep rinsing; get IMMEDIATE medical attention.
  • Swallowed: sip water if able; do NOT induce vomiting unless told by poison control; get medical advice if symptoms develop.
  • Inhaled: move to fresh air; give oxygen if breathing is difficult; get advice if symptoms develop.
  • Skin: remove contaminated clothing; rinse 15–20 minutes; get advice if irritation or rash occurs.

PPE & Exposure Controls (Section 8)

  • Face shield, goggles, or safety glasses (eyewash accessible)
  • Long pants, long-sleeved shirt, shoes plus socks, chemical-resistant gloves
  • Chemical-resistant apron when mixing, loading, or cleaning spills
  • Respirator not normally required; NIOSH respirator if mists exceed levels

Handling, Storage & Spills (Sections 6–7, 13)

  • Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing; wash before eating/drinking; remove PPE after handling
  • Store above 32°F; not near seed, fertilizer, or other pesticides; original container, tightly sealed
  • Incompatible with strong oxidizers, acids, and bases
  • Spills: absorb with granules or sand into a closed, labeled container; keep out of waterways

NFPA: Health 3 / Fire 1 / Reactivity 0. IARC lists chlorophenoxy herbicides (2,4-D, MCPP) as Group 2B; EPA Class D for 2,4-D and dicamba.

View / print the full official SDS (PDF) →

These are summaries of the manufacturer’s official Safety Data Sheets, prepared per OSHA HazCom 29 CFR 1910.1200. The full SDS and the EPA-approved product label always govern. If anything here conflicts with the SDS or label, follow the SDS/label. Direct questions to Jason Boltz (Operations) before handling product.

Training

Using LMN

Work through the slideshow below to learn how to use the LMN Crew app on your phone to clock in and out of every job. The whole day runs on one simple loop: start Drive Time, arrive and the job starts itself, record what you applied, then check off the work and stop the clock before moving to the next property.

ProScapes × Bratt Tree — Fertilizer Team

LMN Crew — Field Time Tracking

How to log in and out of every job, every day

Getting Started

Download LMN Crew & Log In

  1. Install LMN Crew from the App Store (iPhone) or Google Play (Android).
  2. Open the app and log in with the credentials your supervisor gave you.
  3. Allow location access when prompted — LMN uses it to start jobs automatically when you arrive.
  4. You stay signed in, so this is a one-time setup.
Log in screen
Log in screen
One login per person — don't share accounts. Need your credentials? Ask Jason Boltz or Nick Mendes.
Each Morning

Your Daily Schedule

  1. When you open LMN Crew, your schedule for the day is already loaded — no setup needed.
  2. Each stop shows the property name, address, and the work assigned.
  3. Jobs are listed in the order you'll complete them.
Today's schedule
Today's schedule
Job details
Job details
Start of Day

Pre-Flight Checklist

  1. Each day starts with a Pre-Flight inspection of your vehicle, trailer, and machine.
  2. Inspect every item and check it off in LMN before you leave the office for the day.
LMN Pre-Flight checklist
Pre-Flight checklist
Start the Clock

Drive Time → Job Starts Automatically

  1. When you're ready to leave for a job, tap Drive Time — the clock starts on your drive.
  2. Drive to the property. When you arrive, LMN detects your location and the job starts automatically.
  3. You are now clocked in to that job — no manual punch needed.
Tap Drive Time
Tap Drive Time
Driving to the job
Driving to the job
Arrived — job starts
Arrived — job starts
Always start Drive Time before you leave so your hours and route are captured for the day.
On the Job

Job Files, Maps & Application Rates

  1. Tap the job to open its Job Files.
  2. View the map of the areas to fertilize for that property.
  3. Instructions and historical application rates pop up — review them before you apply.
Open Job Files
Open Job Files
Map of areas
Map of areas
Application rates
Application rates
Finishing Up

Record What You Applied

  1. When the work is done, open the job's notes.
  2. Enter how much fertilizer / product you applied.
  3. Be accurate — these notes feed the account records and the team dashboard.
Open the job
Open the job
Add notes
Add notes
Enter amount applied
Enter amount applied
Clock Out

Complete the Job & Stop the Clock

  1. Follow the steps to check off the work you completed.
  2. Stop the clock to close out the job — this logs you out of that job.
  3. LMN brings you back to your schedule. Tap Drive Time for the next job and repeat.
Check off tasks
Check off tasks
Confirm complete
Confirm complete
Stop the clock
Stop the clock
Back to schedule
Back to schedule
Each job follows the same loop — don't skip stopping the clock, or your hours won't be right.
End of Day

Post-Flight Checklist

  1. Each day ends with a Post-Flight checklist so the rig is ready to roll the next morning.
  2. Just like the Pre-Flight, inspect each item and check it off when it's complete.
LMN Post-Flight checklist
Post-Flight checklist
Remember

The Daily Loop

  1. Open the app → review today's schedule.
  2. Drive Time → arrive → job starts automatically.
  3. Do the work → record the product applied.
  4. Check off the work → stop the clock.
  5. Next job → tap Drive Time again.
Questions about LMN? Ask Jason Boltz (Operations) or Nick Mendes (CEO).
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Use Back / Next to step through each part of the daily flow.

Training

Materials Needed Each Day

Before you leave the office each day, make sure your truck is stocked with everything below. Run through this checklist every morning so you're never caught without a tool on site.