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Pendulum 2G
Pendulum 2G is a effective pre-emergent herbicide that is effective on many different common weeds in turf, ornamentals, and landscapes.
04/10/26
Pendulum 2G, manufactured by BASF, is a quality pre-emergent granular herbicide that will control many common broadleaf and grassy weeds like crabgrass, sandbur, and more.
With its granule formulation and active ingredient pendimethalin 2.)%, this pre-emergent herbicide successfully prevents more than 40 types of broadleaf and grassy weeds from germinating without harming ornamental foliage.
Using Pendulum 2G before the growing season will keep many notorious weeds from germinating on your land. It is economically priced and can last you for years as a low rate is needed to cover most typical lawn applications.
Tools Needed:
Pendulum 2G is a granular herbicide, so it should be applied using a mechanical or broadcast spreader. For home use, a hand or push spreader is recommended. It also needs to be watered in after application if rainfall can not be expected, so a sprinkler can be helpful.
How To Use:
- Step 1: Identify what weeds you wish to control and what areas they are in. Calculate the square footage area you wish to apply to as this will determine how much Pendulum 2G needs to be applied. You can do this by measuring and multiplying the area length times the width (length x width = square footage) The rate on the Pendulum 2G label is 2.3 to 4.6 lbs. per 1,000 sq. ft. or 100 to 200 lbs. per acre in ornamentals. Prior to application, make sure there are no established weeds in the area. Remove them or apply a post-emergent herbicide before applying the Pendulum 2G.
- Step 2: Pour the required amount of Pendulum 2G into your spreader based on your calculations and apply an even coating to the desired area. Be sure not to overlap so that there isn't a larger concentration in one particular area.
- Step 3: Water the treated area after application if adequate rainfall cannot be relied upon. This will ensure the product is activated properly.
- Step 4: Reapply Pendulum 2G as needed. Follow label instructions for proper application rates as they can vary depending on the season and depending on what types of weeds you wish to control.
Where to Apply:
Apply Pendulum 2G over your turf and ornamental gardens. This product can be used around the home or in large scale instances such as around railroads, parking lots, vacant lots and more. Refer to the label for a full list of applicable sites.
When to Apply:
Pendulum 2G Granular Herbicide is a pre-emergent herbicide which means it only kills the weeds that have not sprouted and germinated. Apply this product before the weeds have grown to prevent them before the season starts. This time frame can vary depending on your climate, and what types of weeds you wish to prevent.
Safety Information:
Pendulum 2G is safe to use around pets and children when applied according to the product label instructions. Always wear the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) when applying this product.
Keep people and pets out of treated areas until 24 hours have passed after application.
Special Considerations:
Pendulum 2G will not kill weeds that have already sprouted and are established. If there are established weeds in the area it is necessary to remove them or apply Pendulum 2G with a post-emergent herbicide. Some types of grasses and plants may be sensitive to the active ingredient of Pendulum 2G, so read the label before application to ensure your plants are not injured from the application.
| Restricted Use | No |
|---|---|
| Shipping Restrictions | AK |
| Availability | Online |
| Signal Word | CAUTION |
| Keith's Pro Tip | "Be sure to read up on common weeds in your area, and what time of the year they begin to grow. This will ensure that you apply Pendulum 2G at the right time." |
| Target Pests Multi | Annual Bluegrass, Annual Spurge, Barnyardgrass, Browntop Panicum, Buttonweed, Carpetweed, Chickweed, Common Chickweed, Corn Speedwell, Crabgrass, Crowfootgrass, Cudweed, Evening Primrose, Fall Panicum, Fiddleneck, Field Sandbur, Filaree, Florida Pusley, Foxtail, Giant Foxtail, Goosegrass, Green Foxtail, Henbit, Hop Clover, Itchgrass, Junglerice, Knotweed, Kochia, Lambsquarters, Lawn Burweed, London Rocket, Lovegrass Seedling, Mexican Sprangletop, Mouseear Chickweed, Oxalis, Pennsylvania Smartweed, Pigweed, Poa Annua, Prostrate Spurge, Prostrate_Knotweed, Puncture Vine, Purslane, Red Sprangletop, Seedling Johnsongrass, Shepherdspurse, Signalgrass, Texas Panicum, Velvetleaf, Witchgrass, Woolly Cupgrass, Yellow Foxtail, Yellow_Woodsorrel |
| Time to Kill | Pendulum 2G will control weeds over time and prevent new weeds from germinating. It may be necessary to reapply in 5-8 weeks if there is heavy weed pressure. |
| Chemical Type | Herbicide |
| Formulation | Granular |
| Application Methods | Granular Spreading, Spot Treatment |
| Product Drawbacks | Pendulum 2G does not kill weeds that are grown. Pendulum may need to be paired with a post-emergent herbicide if the weeds are already establish in an area. |
| Active Ingredient | Pendimethalin 2.0% |
| Application Equipment | Hand Spreader, Push Spreader |
| Mix Rate | Pendulum 2G is a granular herbicide, and does not need to be mixed. You will use 75 - 150 lbs. per acre. For more specific application rates please refer to the label. |
| Use Sites | Outdoors |
| Yield | One 40 lb. bag of Pendulum 2G will cover 1/5 of an acre (8,700 sq. ft.) at a rate of 4.6 lbs. per 1000 sq. ft. |
| EPA Registration No. | 241-375 |
| Shelf Life | Pendulum 2G will stay potent for up to 2 years when stored in a cool, dry location. |
| Comparable Products | Oryzalin 4 PRO, Prodiamine 65 WDG |
| Children or pets? | No |
| Property Characteristics | None |
| Availability | Online |
| Restricted Use | No |
| Brand | BASF |
| Keith's Pro Tips | "Be sure to read up on common weeds in your area, and what time of the year they begin to grow. This will ensure that you apply Pendulum 2G at the right time." |
| Product Drawbacks | Pendulum 2G does not kill weeds that are grown. Pendulum may need to be paired with a post-emergent herbicide if the weeds are already establish in an area. |
| Target Pests | Barnyardgrass, Chickweed, Corn Speedwell, Crabgrass, Cudweed, Evening Primrose, Fall Panicum, Foxtail, Goosegrass, Hop Clover, Knotweed, Lawn Burweed, Oxalis, Poa Annua, Prostrate Spurge, and Purslane. |
| Application Equipment | Hand Spreader, Push Spreader |
| Application Methods | Granular Spreading, Spot Treatment |
| Active Ingredient | Pendimethalin 2.0% |
| Product Type | Herbicide |
| Formulation | Granular |
| Application Rate | Pendulum 2G is a granular herbicide, and does not need to be mixed. You will use 75 - 150 lbs. per acre. For more specific application rates please refer to the label. |
| Shelf Life | Pendulum 2G will stay potent for up to 2 years when stored in a cool, dry location. |
| Yield | One 40 lb. bag of Pendulum 2G will cover 1/5 of an acre (8,700 sq. ft.) at a rate of 4.6 lbs. per 1000 sq. ft. |
| Use Sites | Outdoors |
| Time to Kill | Pendulum 2G will control weeds over time and prevent new weeds from germinating. It may be necessary to reapply in 5-8 weeks if there is heavy weed pressure. |
| Comparable Products | Oryzalin 4 PRO, Prodiamine 65 WDG |
| Use Caution On | Bentgrass, Zoysiagrass |
| EPA Registration # | 241-375 |




