Apply as directed for specific crop/disease combinations.
- Target pest
- various fungal diseases (e.g., black spot, rust, leaf spot, blight, mold, algae)
- Location
- Outdoor
Nothing here is label direction — the label is the law. These are notes from other applicators, moderated before they appear. Check the labeling accompanying the product and applicable state requirements.
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Dithane 75DF Rainshield is a specialty fungicide used to control various fungal diseases in a wide range of ornamental plants, including flowers, shrubs, trees, and turfgrass. The active ingredient is mancozeb (75%). It is designed for use both outdoors on ornamental landscapes and on turfgrass. The product can be applied via foliar spray or through irrigation systems. It is effective against a variety of pathogens such as black spot, rust, leaf spot, blight, and various molds. When used on turf, it helps manage diseases like dollar spot and brown patch. Key handling notes include wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as chemical-resistant gloves, long-sleeved shirts, long pants, shoes, and socks. Users should avoid contact with eyes and skin, and follow specific instructions for mixing and cleaning equipment to prevent contamination. It is important to note that this product contains mancozeb and ETUs, which are chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.
Apply as directed for specific crop/disease combinations.
Apply to turfgrass as directed; follow specific turf application rates.
| For pests | Location | Label notes |
|---|---|---|
| ornamental plants | Outdoor | Can be applied via foliar spray or irrigation systems. Use clean water for mixing. |
| turfgrass | Outdoor | Can be applied via irrigation systems. |