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Turf Solutions Australia

Big News! Pylex® Herbicide Label Update – More Turf Options

Pylex® herbicide – Now Approved Beyond Golf Courses!

Exciting Announcement

BASF are thrilled to share that the Pylex herbicide label has been updated! The previous restraint limiting use to golf courses only has been removed. This means Pylex herbicide can now be applied across a variety of professional turf surfaces, giving you more flexibility in your turf management programs.

If you’ve previously been unable to include Pylex herbicide in your turf programs due to the situational restriction, now is the perfect time to connect with your local representative to explore how Pylex herbicide can fit into your 2026 plans.
 

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Why Turf Managers Trust Pylex

Year after year, Pylex herbicide has become a cornerstone in turf management across Australia. With autumn just around the corner, turf managers are once again excited to adopt Pylex herbicide as the only solution of its kind for controlling warm-season grass and broadleaf weed species in cool-season surfaces.

Here’s what our valued customers have to say about its success:
 

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Your Questions Answered 

In preparation for the upcoming application season, our team have compiled answers to the most common application questions. If you’re new to using Pylex herbicide in 2026, or looking for a refresher, check out the FAQ below:
 

  • What is the ideal use rate?

    For Bent grass greens: 0.375 ml / 100m2 in 4-6L of water + 0.5% MSO is the labelled rate of application. At this rate two repeat applications 21-28 days apart will be required.

    For other cool season turf: 0.75 ml / 100m2 in 4-6L of water + 0.5% MSO is the labelled rate of application. At this rate a single application will likely be sufficient.

    Inclusion of a high-quality MSO is a label requirement and essential to achieve consistent and reliable weed control. 

  • What is the typical reapplication timing for Pylex herbicide?

    Typical re-application for Pylex herbicide is every 21-28 days. Proposed application strategies outline the requirement for two repeat applications in most cases (on Bent grass greens). Three sequential applications may be required dependent on the time of year and establishment of the target weed.

    Early encroachment and actively growing weeds are more susceptible to Pylex herbicide than more advanced growth stages. Users should consider this when tailoring their application program in both autumn and spring seasons.

  • Is there a risk of turf injury after scarifying?

    Local trials have demonstrated that scarifying did not result in increased risk or performance when Pylex herbicide is applied. However, it is important to ensure turf is not stressed prior to application.

  • What is the residual timeframe for re-seeding around a Pylex herbicide program?

    Do not apply for 28-days after seeding tolerant turf. Avoid application 7-14 days before seeding tolerant turf.

  • What is the likelihood of translocation into the collar?

    Clear defined lines with a flat fan nozzle, can be achieved when treating close to the collar. Users should take care in ensuring the edge of the spray does not cover the warm season collar, which will be affected by the chemistry if treated. Tracking on shoes doesn’t occur once spray has dried.

  • When are the visual effects likely to be observed after applying Pylex herbicide?

    Visual effects on susceptible species occur 7-10 days after application. Cool weather can reduce the speed of activity, therefore, applying in conditions conducive to maximum photosynthesis are ideal.

  • Are there any concerns for turf injury when applying Pylex herbicide to greens of mixed swards (Bent grass and Winter grass)?

    Pylex herbicide is suitable for use on mixed swards including Winter grass (Poa annua). In some cases, some minor transient discolouration of some Bent grass cultivars may be observed in the first 7-14 days following application. In all cases during local trials, the Bent grass quickly recovered from this discolouration, and it has not been observed in all treatments.

Coming Soon: New Training Videos 
 

Among the plans and exciting new product introductions for 2026, stay tuned for a refreshed series of recorded training sessions on Pylex herbicide and other BASF turf solutions. These videos are designed to give you access to content when it’s most convenient for you, making stewardship training easier and more accessible than ever. New and existing videos, technical bulletins and stewardship support is available on our training and learning page: Product Training | BASF Turf Solutions Australia

 

Find out more about Pylex herbicide in our STEWARDSHIP HUB and speak to your local distributors to source the solutions or contact our BASF Turf solutions team directly here to learn about our pipeline of innovation.