2017 Regional STI Presentation

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1 2017 Regional STI Presentation

2 Lawns Grass Seed Scotts Turf Builder Grass Seed with WaterSmart Plus Coating Technology! * Grow quicker, thicker, greener grass- guaranteed! Absorbs twice as much water and holds it twice as long as uncoated seed to help prevent the seed from drying out even if you miss a day of watering. Feeds with essential nutrients to jump start seedlings and help them to quickly grow into taller, thicker greener grass plants. Protects with a fungicide to help keep seedlings safe from harmful diseases that can attack newly planted areas. *Not all Scotts Grass Seeds have this technology

3 Lawns Grass Seed Scotts Turf Builder Grass Seed Cool Season Grass Types Sun & Shade Mix Sunny Mix Dense Shade Mix High Traffic Mix Kentucky Bluegrass Mix Perennial Ryegrass Mix Tall Fescue Mix Dense Shade Mix for Tall Fescue Lawns Fall Mix Heat-Tolerant Blue Mix for Tall Fescue Lawns Quick Fix Mix

4 Lawns Grass Seed Cool Season Grass Types Kentucky Blue Perennial Rye Fine Fescue

5 Lawns Grass Seed Cool Season Grass Types Turf Type Tall Fescue with Kentucky Bluegrass Kentucky-31 Tall Fescue

6 Lawns How to Understand a Grass Seed Package Label

7 Lawns How to Understand a Grass Seed Package Label Type Seed / 1 lb. Perennial Rye 230,000 Tall Fescue 230,000 Fine Fescue 500, ,000 Kentucky Blue 2,200,000 Bermuda 1,750,000 Centipede 410,000 Zoysia 1,000,000

8 Lawns Grass Seed Scotts EZ Seed Patch & Repair (Cool Season) Available in Sun & Shade & Tall Fescue Combination of mulch, seed & fertilizer Contains a tackifier which helps keep seed from washing away Absorbs 6 its weight in water & expands to surround the seed in a moist protective layer Contains a slow-release fertilizer that feeds seedlings to jump start growth Contains a fungicide that helps protect seedlings from harmful diseases that can attack newly planted areas 3.75 lb. jug covers up to 85 sq. ft. Also available in 10, 20 & 40 lb. sizes

9 Lawns Tackifier Reduces Seed Wash Away Which Improves Seeding Success on Slopes Rainfall Simulation Testing Results After Rainfall Simulation 30 Degree Slope Current Formula Old Formula

10 Lawns Spreaders Scotts WIZZ Spreader Year-round spreader Feed, Seed, Weed, Melt Holds up to 2,500 sq. ft. of Scotts lawn care products Powered by 4AA batteries (included) 85 to 120 minutes of operation 5 ft. swath Features Scotts exclusive HandyLock Technology One touch control Features Scotts exclusive EdgeGuard Technology Directs product only where you want it

11 Lawns All-In-One Particles vs. Simple Mix Simple Mix Contain separate particles & can provide hit & miss feeding & weed control Contain up to 40% filler (like sawdust, sand & gravel) Usually do not contain the proper ratio of nutrients (often times are balanced equal percentage of all nutrients, e.g., ) Sometimes only contain a fast-release source of nitrogen Wide array of particle sizes make it hard to spread evenly

12 Lawns All-In-One Particles vs. Simple Mix All-In-One Particles Uses a process that combines the proper ratios of nutrients grass needs into one particle Every particle contains time-release nitrogen that combines fast green-up with continuous feeding for up to 8 weeks Scotts lawn foods contain all food & no filler Particles are a consistent size More particles per sq. ft. results in a more even coverage so the lawn gets a more even feeding The Scotts All-In-One Particles in combination products (e.g. Scotts Turf Builder Weed & Feed 3 ) contain nutrients & control ingredients in every single particle providing more even weed control

13 Lawns How Feeding Helps Lawns Role of N, P, K & Fe in Plants All plant food products (including lawn foods) are labeled with 3 numbers separated by dashes that represent the percent by weight of the 3 most important plant nutrients Nitrogen (N) promotes green, leafy, above-ground growth Phosphorus (P) promotes roots (belowground growth), fruit & flower development Potassium (K) promotes disease & drought tolerance & all-around health of the plant The saying Up, Down & All-Around is an easy way to remember what these 3 nutrients do Iron (Fe) provides deep greening to the lawn without making it grow like nitrogen

14 Lawns Crabgrass Preventers Scotts Turf Builder Halts Crabgrass Preventer With Lawn Food Feeds for a fast green-up after winter Stops crabgrass before it invades & protects your lawn all season (up to 4 months) Prevents other listed grassy & broadleaf weeds including barnyardgrass, foxtail, Poa annua, chickweed & oxalis Apply in the early spring when grass begins to green-up & grow Rain, snow or freezing conditions won t affect product performance Not for use on dichondra or bentgrass lawns Do not seed or sod for 4 months following application Newly seeded lawns should be mowed 4 times before application; on newly sprigged areas, wait 5 months before application N-P-K: Active ingredient: Pendimethalin

15 Lawns Identifying Crabgrass Wider blades than desirable lawn grasses Grows in a clump & low to the ground Star-shaped center Appears in the lawn in summer Dies & turns brown in the fall after first hard frost Each crabgrass plant can produce thousand of seeds that can remain viable for several years

16 Lawns Weeds Commonly Mistaken For Crabgrass Barnyardgrass Coarse Tall Fescue Foxtail Goosegrass Nimblewill Poa Annua Quackgrass Yellow Nutsedge

17 Lawns Weed & Feeds Scotts Turf Builder Weed & Feed 3 Up to 2 more powerful * dandelion & clover control Weedgrip technology grips the weeds you see & the ones you don t Thickens lawn to crowd out weeds Apply to a wet lawn to help particles adhere to weed leaves Do not water your lawn for 24 hours after application or apply if rain is expected within the next 24 hours Do not use on St. Augustine (including Floratam), dichondra, lippia, carpetgrass or bentgrass lawns Some temporary discoloration may occur on bermuda, bahia, centipede & zoysia lawns Delay application on newly seeded, sodded or sprigged areas until new grass has been mowed 4 times Wait at least one month after application to seed, sod or plant grass sprigs N-P-K: Active ingredients: 2,4-D & Mecoprop-p * Compared to previous formula

18 Lawns Lawn Foods Scotts Green MAX Lawn Food Feeds for deeper greening in 3 days Dual-action, 2-in-1 formula feeds & supplements with iron Guaranteed not to stain when used as directed Apply to any grass type Okay to re-enter lawn after application N-P-K:

19 Lawns Weed & Feeds New Ace Brand Weed & Feed Formula Contains 2 sources of Nitrogen & 1 source of Potassium in a physical blend Methylene Urea Nitrogen makes up 90% of the blend by volume Poly S Nitrogen & Potassium makes up 5% each of the blend by volume 90% of the particles contain the active ingredients to control broadleaf weeds Angular particles (vs. other private label particles) for increased contact area & improved adherence to weeds Smaller particles equals more particles per sq. ft. resulting in a more even coverage so the lawn gets a more even feeding New Ace Brand Private Label Weed & Feed Particle Exclusive Current Ace Brand Private Label Weed & Feed Particle

20 Lawns Starter Lawn Foods Exclusive Ace Brand Starter Fertilizer Use when seeding, overseeding, sodding lawns & planting sprigs & plugs Feeds to help development of new grass plants Encourages hardy root systems For use on all grass types N-P-K:

21 Lawns Crabgrass Preventers Exclusive Ace Brand Crabgrass Preventer With Fertilizer Delivers pre & early post-emergent crabgrass control Prevents crabgrass up to 4 months Prevents other listed weeds including barnyardgrass, chickweed, fall panicum, foxtail, knotweed, moss, oxalis, Poa annua & spurge Promotes root growth for a thick, green lawn Controlled release feeding up to 8 weeks Do not use on dichondra, St. Augustine or bentgrass lawns Do not seed or sod for 4 months following application Do not apply to newly seeded or sodded areas until after the 4 th mowing. On newly sprigged areas, wait 5 months before application N-P-K: Active ingredient: Pendimethalin

22 Lawns Lawn Foods Exclusive Ace Brand Lawn Fertilizer For use on all grass varieties Apply anytime during the growing season Builds strong deep roots to protect from drought & heat Formulated for quick greening Controlled release feeding up to 8 weeks N-P-K:

23 Lawns Weed & Feeds Exclusive Ace Brand Weed & Feed Kills dandelions, chickweed, white clover & most other common broadleaf weeds * Apply when weeds are actively growing Builds strong, deep roots to protect from drought & heat Feeds your lawn up to 8 weeks Apply to a wet lawn to help particles adhere to weed leaves Apply when no rain is expected within 24 hours after application Do not use on creeping bentgrass, St. Augustine, dichondra, floratam, carpetgrass & lippia lawns Wait at least one month after application before seeding, sodding or sprigging Mow new grass at least 4 times before applying N-P-K: Active ingredients: 2,4-D & Mecoprop-p * As listed

24 Lawns Weed & Feeds Exclusive Ace Brand Winterizer Weed & Feed Kills dandelions & other major lawn weeds * for a better spring lawn Apply as a last feeding in fall to help prepare your lawn for winter Use to build stronger, deeper roots for a thicker, greener lawn in spring Feeds your lawn up to 8 weeks Apply to a wet lawn to help particles adhere to weed leaves Apply when no rain is expected within 24 hours after application Do not use on creeping bentgrass, St. Augustine, dichondra, floratam, carpetgrass & lippia lawns N-P-K: Active ingredients: 2,4-D & Mecoprop-p * As listed

25 Plant Food Continuous Release Plant Food New Miracle-Gro Shake N Feed Plant Foods Contains natural ingredients: kelp, earthworm castings, feather meal & bone meal to feed microbes in the soil Nourishes above & below the soil Feeds up to 3 months Microbes break down natural ingredients into nutrients that support root strength & development which increases water efficiency Contain compost Nourishes above & below the soil Feeds up to 3 months Microbes break down compost into nutrients that support root development which increases water efficiency & grows strong plants

26 Plant Food Continuous Release Plant Food New Miracle-Gro Shake N Feed Results * Unfed Current Miracle-Gro Shake N Feed All Purpose Plant Food New Miracle-Gro Shake N Feed All Purpose Plant Food *Scotts internal testing; results images taken 2 months after feeding

27 Plant Food LiquaFeed Plant Food Miracle-Gro LiquaFeed Universal Feeder Attaches to the spigot to turn any watering device into a garden feeder Automatically mixes the right amount of plant food for an even feeding no matter how you water Includes one bottle of Miracle-Gro LiquaFeed All Purpose Plant Food Amount of time to empty one bottle of plant food Hand Sprayer (shower setting) = 14 minutes Oscillating Sprinkler = 10 minutes Soaker Hose = 50 minutes Drip Irrigation = 162 minutes Feed every 1-2 weeks Each bottle feeds up to 400 sq. ft. To clean hose set knob to water & run water through the garden hose for 5 seconds per 25 ft. length of hose All Purpose Tomato, Fruits & Vegetables Bloom Booster Flowering Trees & Shrubs 9-3-3

28 Plant Food LiquaFeed Plant Food Miracle-Gro LiquaFeed Universal Feeder

29 Plant Food Continuous Release Plant Food Osmocote Smart-Release Plant Food Plus Outdoor & Indoor Works with virtually all plant varieties, in all growing conditions For use indoors or outdoors, in-ground & in containers Fortified with 11 essential nutrients Feeds up to 6 full months 2 lb. bottle covers up to 75 sq. ft. N-P-K: Osmocote Smart-Release Plant Food Flower & Vegetable For use with vegetables & perennials For in ground plants only Feeds up to 4 full months 4.5 lb. jug feeds up to 180 sq. ft. N-P-K:

30 Specialty Miracle-Gro Wildflower Mix Miracle-Gro Wildflower Mix For Water-Wise Landscaping All-in-one seeding mix is the easiest way to grow beautiful wildflowers guaranteed! Makes growing easy just pour, water, enjoy Combination mulch, seed & fertilizer Drought tolerant varieties for less watering * Ideal for use when xeriscaping Up to 22 annual flower varieties which bloom at different times, creating an ever changing & beautiful display in your garden Covers up to 43 sq. ft. * vs. traditional flower varieties

31 Specialty Miracle-Gro Wildflower Mix Mix of Up to 22 Annual Flower Varieties & Miracle-Gro Season-Long Plant Food + Coir, a Super-Absorbent Growing Material Coconut Coir Absorbs 6X its weight in water Expands to surround the seed in a moist, protective layer Plant Food Builds strong roots 4 month feeding Wildflower Seed 100% annual seedblooms in first year Continuous blooms Continuous blooms throughout the season! Early Bloomers June/July Morning Glory California Poppy Late Bloomers August/October Alyssum Candytuft Cosmos Godetia

32 Pest Control Home & Perimeter Ortho Home Defense Liquid Ant Bait Kills the queen & colony Continuous protection formula Ants share bait for maximum kill Bait station contains a crafted blend of food, water & insecticide to kill ants Controls common household ants * at all life stages For indoor use where ants are present or where they travel to find food or water such as: kitchens, bathrooms, basements & garages Contains 6 bait stations Active ingredient: Spinosad * This product will not control carpenter, pharaoh, harvester, or red imported fire ants

33 Pest Control Home & Perimeter Ortho Home Defense Roach Bait Kills roaches & eggs Palatable to roaches for 6 months Kills roaches you see & the hundreds you don t Controls large & small roaches Bait station contains a crafted blend of food, water & insecticide to kill roaches For indoor use were roaches are suspected or where they travel to find food, water or shelter such as kitchens, bathroom, basements & garages Contains 8 bait stations Active ingredient: Hydramethylnon

34 Pest Control Home & Perimeter Ortho Ant & Roach Killer 1 Kills by contact Kills listed insects including ants (including carpenter ants), Asian lady beetles, cockroaches, fleas, scorpions, spiders (including black widow & wolf), stinkbugs & brown dog ticks Eliminates 99.9% of household germs * that insects may leave behind For use indoors along baseboards, under sinks, refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, kitchens, bathrooms or other places insects may be found Won t stain or discolor Children & pets may enter treated area after spray has dried Active ingredients: Cypermethrin, Pyrethrins, ETOC (Prallethrin), Alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride, Octyl decyl dimethyl ammonium chloride, Dioctyl dimethyl ammonium chloride & Didecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride *Staphylococcus aureus (Staph) & Klebsiella pneumonia on hard, non-porous, non-food contacts surfaces

35 Pest Control Home & Perimeter Ortho Hornet & Wasp Killer 6 Kills wasps, yellow jackets, mud daubers & hornets Entrapping foam stops wasps instantly Kills insects that return to the nest Jet spray reaches nests up to 20 ft. above ground Wait at least 24 hours before removing the nest For use outdoors under eaves, near window frames, doorways, carports, picnic areas & outdoor play areas Children & pets may enter treated area after spray has dried Active ingredients: Tetramethrin & Sumithrin

36 Pest Control Home & Perimeter Ortho Bed Bug & Flea Killer Kills bed bugs & their eggs For use indoors on carpet, mattresses, box springs, furniture, bedding, floors, rugs, garments & luggage Non-staining on water-safe fabrics & surfaces Also kills dust mites, fleas, lice & ticks Children & pets may enter treated areas after spray has dried Active ingredients: Sumithrin & N-Octyl bicycloheptene dicarboximide * * MGK 264, Insecticide Synergist

37 Pest Control Home & Perimeter Ortho Home Defense Insect Killer For Indoor & Perimeter 2 Kills all common household bugs * including ants (including carpenter ants), Asian lady beetles, boxelder bugs, cockroaches, earwigs, fleas, scorpions, spiders (including black widow, brown recluse, hobo & wolf), stink bugs, termites & ticks Up to 12-month protection for ants, roaches & spiders indoors on non-porous surfaces Retreatment is recommended at least once per season (3 months) outdoors For use indoors & outdoors including in kitchens, bathrooms, around doors & windows & in basements & outdoors around perimeter of foundations, in garages & on & around patios & decks Non-staining, odor-free & dries fast Comfort Wand powered by Duracell People & pets may re-enter treated area after spray has dried Active ingredients: Bifenthrin & Zeta-Cypermethrin Duracell is a registered trademark of Duracell Inc Duracell Inc. All Rights Reserved. * Refer to product label for complete list

38 Pest Control Insects Controlled with Ortho Home Defense Insect Killer For Indoor & Perimeter 2 Asian Lady Beetle Black Widow Spider Boxelder Bug Brown Marmorated Stick Bug Brown Recluse Spider Centipede Earwig Hobo Spider Silverfish Sowbug (Pillbug or Rollie Pollie)

39 Pest Control Lawn & Garden Ortho Home Defense Insect Killer For Lawns & Landscape Ready-To-Spray & Concentrate Kills bugs * outside before they come inside Starts creating a bug barrier in minutes Kills 235 listed insects including ants (including carpenter & fire), Asian lady beetles, bees, boxelder bugs, cockroaches, earwigs, fleas, hornets, mosquitoes, periodical cicadas, scorpions, spiders (including black widow, brown recluse, hobo & wolf), stink bugs, termites, ticks, wasps & yellow jackets Provides 3 month protection against American dog ticks, ants, fleas & spiders (excluding black widow) For use on lawns, around home perimeter, ornamentals, flowers, trees, shrubs & listed vegetables & fruit trees Non-Staining & odor-free 32 oz. Ready-To-Spray & Concentrate treat up to 5,300 sq. ft. Active ingredients: Bifenthrin & Zeta-Cypermethrin * Refer to product label for complete list

40 Pest Control Lawn & Garden Ortho Home Defense Insect Killer For Lawns Granules Kills bugs * outside before they come inside Starts creating a bug barrier in minutes Kills listed insects including ants (including carpenter ants), armyworms, billbugs, chiggers, chinch bugs, cutworms, earwigs, European crane fly larvae, fleas, mole crickets, scorpions, sod webworms, spiders & ticks Provides 3 month protection against listed insects For use on lawns, ornamentals, home perimeter, listed edibles & flower beds Available in a 10 lb. bag that treats up to 10,000 sq. ft. & 20 lb. bag that treats up to 20,000 sq. ft. Active ingredient: Bifenthrin * Refer to product label for complete list

41 Pest Control Garden & Landscape Ortho Insect, Mite & Disease 3-In-1 Ready-To-Use Controls listed insects & mites including aphids, bagworms, beetles (including Japanese beetles), borers, caterpillars, fungus gnats, fruit flies, leafminers, mealybugs, mites (including spider mites), scale, thrips & whiteflies Thoroughly spray all areas of the plant, especially new shoots & underside of leaves. Pests need to be contacted by the spray to be controlled Controls listed diseases including black spot, blight, brown rot, leaf spot, powdery mildew, rust & scab For control of fungal diseases, re-spray every 7 to 10 days or after rain For use on roses, flowers, houseplants, listed fruit & nut trees, ornamentals, vegetables & vine plants Can be used up to day before harvest Active ingredients: Sulfur & Pyrethrins

42 Pest Control Garden & Landscape Ortho Insect Killer Tree & Shrub Concentrate Kills listed insects including bagworms, beetles (including Japanese beetles), borers, (including Emerald Ash Borer), caterpillars, gypsy moths, leafminers, spider mites, tent caterpillars & thrips For use on vegetables, fruits, nuts, grapes, berries, citrus & ornamentals Active ingredient: Spinosad

43 Pest Control Garden & Landscape Ortho Bug-Geta Snail & Slug Killer 2 Kills a wide variety of snails & slugs Remains effective after rain or sprinkling for up to 3 weeks Snails & slugs begin to die 1 to 3 days after eating the bait For use around vegetables, fruit trees, citrus, berries, ornamentals, shrubs, flowers, trees, lawns, gardens & in greenhouses Can be used around pets & wildlife Active ingredient: Sulfur

44 Pest Control Bait Stations Active ingredient: Bromethalin Mode of action: Quickly begins to stop the conversion of food to energy leading to paralysis & death by heart failure (ATP Inhibitor) Rodent feels ill upon eating, discouraging over-consumption Lower levels of active ingredient in rodent compared to 2 nd Generation Anticoagulants Bromethalin is stored in the rodent s brain & spinal cord which are not typically consumed by predators

45 Pest Control Bait Stations EPA Established Tiers Tier 1 Highest Level of Station Security Kid & dog tamper resistant Can use indoors & outdoors Tier 2 Kid & Dog Tamper Resistant No outdoor use Tier 3 Kid Tamper Resistant Can t be used near dogs No outdoor use Tier 4 Lowest Level of Station Security No testing submitted to E.P.A. Can t be used near kids, dogs or outdoors Tier 1 Bait Stations can be identified by this logo All Tomcat Bait Stations are Tier 1 or Tier 3 Tier 3 Bait Stations can be identified by this logo

46 Weed Control New Ready-To-Spray Sprayer Current Sprayer New Sprayer Current Sprayer New Sprayer Spray Distance: 5 ft. Spray Width: 3 ft. Spray Distance: 14 ft. Spray Width: 9 ft. Oversized text at top of sprayer makes it easier & more convenient for consumers Ribbed grip provides accuracy & control

47 Weed Control Specialized Weed Control Ortho Weed B Gon Chickweed, Clover & Oxalis Killer For Lawns Kills chickweed, clover & oxalis & other listed weeds including ground ivy (Creeping Charlie), thistle & wild violet For use on Buffalograss, fescues, Kentucky bluegrass, ryegrass & zoysiagrass Won t harm lawns when used as directed Concentrate: Avoid rainfall for 24 hours after application Ready-To-Spray: Rainproof in 6 hours New seeded lawns can be sprayed after the 2 nd mowing Bare spots can be planted with grass seed 1 week after application People & pets may enter the treated area after spray has dried Concentrate treats 3,200 sq. ft. Ready-To-Spray treats 6,400 sq. ft. Active ingredient: Triclopyr

48 Weed Control Weeds Controlled with Ortho Weed B Gon Chickweed, Clover & Oxalis Killer For Lawns Mouse-ear Chickweed White Clover Oxalis Ground Ivy (Creeping Charlie)

49 Weed Control Specialized Weed Control Ortho Nutsedge Killer For Lawns * Kills yellow & purple nutsedge, kyllinga & over 50 other listed tough weeds including chickweed, clover, dandelion, dollarweed, ground ivy, oxalis, wild garlic, wild onion & wild violet For use on Northern & Southern turf grasses Kills Weed, Not Lawns Rainproof in 2 hours Wait 1 month after application before re-seeding People & pets may enter the treated area after spray has dried Ready-To-Spray covers 5,000 sq. ft. Active ingredient: Sulfentrazone * Not available in NY

50 Weed Control Identifying Nutsedge Yellow Nutsedge Yellow Nutsedge

51 Roundup For Lawns Selective Weed Broadleaf Weed, Grassy Weed & Nutsedge Killer Roundup For Lawns (Northern) * Kills weeds, not the lawn Kills 253 types of weeds including crabgrass, dandelion, clover & yellow nutsedge For use on Northern grasses including Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, fine fescue, tall fescue, bermuda, buffalo & zoysia Rainproof in 3 hours Visible results is 8 hours Can be applied to newly seeded grasses after they have been mowed 3 times or newly sodded, sprigged & plugged grasses 3 to 4 weeks after planting Grass seed can be planted in treated areas 4 weeks after application Extended Wand powered by Duracell Ready-To-Spray & Concentrate cover up to 5,000 sq. ft. Active ingredients: MCPA, Quinclorac, Dicamba & Sulfentrazone Always read & follow label directions. Roundup, Roundup & Design, FastAct, Pump N Go, Roundup Extended Control & X Design & Sure Shot are registered trademarks of Monsanto Technology, LLC Monsanto Company, worldwide rights reserved. Duracell is a registered trademark of Duracell Inc Duracell Inc. All Rights Reserved. *Not available for sale or use in NY

52 Roundup Brand Non-Selective Weed & Grass Killer Roundup Ready-To-Use Weed & Grass Killer III Use in / around vegetable gardens, flowers beds, tree rings & mulched beds as well as on cracks in driveways, walkways & patios Rainproof in 10 minutes; visible results in 3 hours Contains FastAct Technology Effective in cool & cloudy conditions as well as warm & sunny Comfort Wand & Sure Shot Wand powered by Duracell Flowers, trees & shrubs may be planted 1 day after application. Fruits, vegetables & lawn grasses 3 days after application People & pets may enter treated area after spray has dried 1.33 gal. treats up to 400 sq. ft. or more than 1,400 weeds Active ingredients: Glyphosate, Pelargonic acid & related fatty acids Sure Shot Wand: Detachable, protective shield helps protect desirable plants from spray 2 feet extended reach wand increases application control & accuracy Always read & follow label directions. Roundup, Roundup & Design, FastAct, Pump N Go, Roundup Extended Control & X Design & Sure Shot are registered trademarks of Monsanto Technology, LLC Monsanto Company, worldwide rights reserved. Duracell is a registered trademark of Duracell Inc Duracell Inc. All Rights Reserved.

53 Roundup Brand New Twist Cap Old Cap New Twist Cap Easy to use Provides consistent spray when twisted on Available on Roundup Comfort Wand, Sure Shot Wand and 1 gallon ready-to-use trigger sprayer Always read & follow label directions. Roundup, Roundup & Design, FastAct, Pump N Go, Roundup Extended Control & X Design & Sure Shot are registered trademarks of Monsanto Technology, LLC Monsanto Company, worldwide rights reserved.

54 Roundup Brand Weed & Grass Killer Plus Weed Preventer Roundup Extended Control Weed & Grass Killer Plus Weed Preventer II Kills existing weeds & prevents new weeds from growing for up to 4 months by creating an invisible barrier in the soil Spray when air is calm to prevent drift onto desired plants Areas of use: on driveways, sidewalks, walkways & brick patios; along fences, foundations, curbs, retaining walls & edge of lawns; decorative rock & on gravel areas Can be used around the base or in mulched beds of well-established (at least 6 months old) plants, shrubs or trees Ready-To-Use: Rainproof in 10 minutes; visible results in 3 hours Concentrate: Rainproof in 30 minutes; visible results in 6 hours Complete kill in 1-2 weeks For fastest visual results, apply during warm, sunny weather above 60 F Comfort Wand powered by Duracell People & pets may enter treated area after spray has dried 1.33 gal. Comfort Wand covers up to 400 sq. ft.; 32 fl. oz. concentrate covers up to 1,600 sq. ft. Active ingredients (Ready-To-Use): Glyphosate, Pelargonic acid & related fatty acids & Imazapic Active ingredients (Concentrate): Glyphosate, Diquat & Imazapic Always read & follow label directions. Roundup, Roundup & Design, FastAct, Pump N Go, Roundup Extended Control & X Design & Sure Shot are registered trademarks of Monsanto Technology, LLC Monsanto Company, worldwide rights reserved. Duracell is a registered trademark of Duracell Inc Duracell Inc. All Rights Reserved.

55 Roundup Brand Weed & Grass Killer Plus Weed Preventer Roundup Max Control 365 * Kills & prevents weeds for up to 12 months by creating an invisible barrier in the soil For use on driveways, patios, sidewalks & gravel areas Rainproof in 30 minutes Weeds begin to yellow & wilt within 12 hours, with complete kill in 1-2 weeks For best results, apply during warm, sunny weather above 60 F Comfort Wand powered by Duracell People & pets may enter treated area after spray has dried 1.33 gal. Comfort Wand treats up to 400 sq. ft. 32 fl. oz. concentrate covers up to 1,600 sq. ft. Active ingredients: Glyphosate, Imazapic & Diquat Always read & follow label directions. Roundup, Roundup & Design, FastAct, Pump N Go, Roundup Extended Control & X Design & Sure Shot are registered trademarks of Monsanto Technology, LLC Monsanto Company, worldwide rights reserved. Duracell is a registered trademark of Duracell Inc Duracell Inc. All Rights Reserved. *Not registered for sale or use in NY

56 Soil & Mulch Coir Pith vs. Polymers Coir Pith Natural coconut fibers absorb excess water & release it as needed Does not degrade over time Polymers Same technology used in diapers. Granules absorb & hold excess moisture Polymers degrade over time & when they come into contact with fertilizer

57 Soil & Mulch Potting Mixes Miracle-Gro Potting Mix Grows Plants Twice as Big! (vs. unfed) For indoor & outdoor container plants Feeds up to 6 months Formulated from (one or more of the following: processed forest products, peat, coir, and/or compost), & sphagnum peat moss, perlite, fertilizer & a wetting agent N-P-K: Miracle-Gro Moisture Control Potting Mix Grows Plants Twice as Big! (vs. unfed) For indoor & outdoor container plants Protects against over & under watering Absorbs up to 33% more water than basic potting soil ** Feeds up to 6 months Formulated from sphagnum peat moss, (one or more of the following: processed forest products, peat, and/or compost), coir, perlite, fertilizer & a wetting agent N-P-K: ** Potting soil that does not contain sphagnum peat moss, coir, & wetting agent

58 Soil & Mulch Mulch Scotts Nature Scapes Color Enhanced Mulch More colorant added to make this Scotts best mulch Year-long color, guaranteed! Protected by ColorGuard Technology Never uses construction debris or pallet wood that may contain nails or harmful chemicals Only natural forest products are used Apply around trees, shrubs, flowers or vegetables after seeds have germinated & plants have developed Prevents weeds naturally a 3-inch layer naturally prevents weeds by blocking growth & access to sunlight Helps soil retain moisture Available sizes: 2 cu. ft. Classic Black Deep Forest Brown Sierra Red Product Availability: National (excluding Northeast & parts of the Midwest where Scotts Nature Scapes Triple Shred Mulch is available)

59 Natural & Organic Born in the Pacific Northwest from a pioneering passion for organic gardening, Whitney Farms supports the hands-in-dirt dreams of independent gardeners, no matter how big or small their projects. We put a lot of love, plenty of book smarts and generations of one-with-the-earth knowledge into our soils, nutrients and solutions. Mix and match our products to create a robust ecosystem for your garden and get the most rewarding return. It s our mission to continuously seek the highest quality ingredients to enrich our products so you can confidently grow plants.

60 Natural & Organic Whitney Farms Craft Soils & Mulches Whitney Farms Organic Potting Soil For indoor & outdoor container plants including flowers, vegetables, fruits & herbs Feeds plants for up to 2 months Formulated from processed forest products, sphagnum peat moss, poultry litter, alfalfa meal & kelp meal N-P-K: Available sizes: 8 qt. & 1.5 cu. ft. Whitney Farms Organic & Natural Seed Starting Mix Lightweight enriched potting mix to start vegetables, flowers & herbs from seed Loose mix holds water & promotes root development Formulated from sphagnum peat moss, perlite, poultry litter & yucca N-P-K: Available sizes: 8 qt.

61 Natural & Organic Whitney Farms Craft Soils & Mulches Whitney Farms Organic Planting Soil Rich planting soil to amend garden beds & increase organic matter to grow bountiful vegetables, flowers & herbs Natural plant food provides both quick & slow release nitrogen Formulated from organic materials (including one or more of the following: processed forest products, peat humus, compost, rice hulls and/or coir), sphagnum peat moss, poultry litter, alfalfa meal & kelp meal N-P-K: Available sizes: 1 cu. ft. Whitney Farms Organic Raised Bed Mix Specialty soil designed for raised bed gardens to grow all types of plants including vegetables, fruits, herbs & flowers A mid-weight soil specially formulated for raised beds Formulated from (one or more of the following: peat, processed forest products and/or compost) & (sphagnum peat moss and/or coir), poultry litter, alfalfa meal, bone meal, kelp meal & earthworm castings N-P-K: Available sizes: 1.5 cu. ft.

62 Natural & Organic Whitney Farms Craft Soils & Mulches Whitney Farms Organic Bark Mulch Our quality bark mulch helps reduce weeds * & hold moisture in garden beds & can also be used to dress up pathways & play areas Retains & conserves soil moisture Insulates soil to aid root growth Processed softwood bark and/or processed hardwood bark Available sizes: 2 cu. ft. * A three inch layer naturally prevents weeds by blocking growth & access to sunlight

63 Natural & Organic Whitney Farms Plant Foods Whitney Farms Organic & Natural All Purpose Plant Food For use with vegetables, fruits, flowers & herbs Protein-based nutrients provide feeding with no manure odor All-in-one particle plant food for easy application & coverage with little dust Contains biologically active beneficial microbes Nutrients derived from wheat middlings, meat & bone meal, calcium carbonate, sulfate of potash, feather meal & fish meal N-P-K: Available sizes: 4 lb. & 15 lb. Whitney Farms Organic & Natural Tomato & Vegetable Food For use with vegetables & fruits Protein-based nutrients provide feeding with no manure odor All-in-one particle plant food for easy application & coverage with little dust Contains biologically active beneficial microbes Nutrients derived from wheat middlings, meat & bone meal, calcium carbonate, sulfate of potash, feather meal & fish meal N-P-K: Available sizes: 4 lb. & 15 lb.

64 Natural & Organic Whitney Farms Plant Foods Whitney Farms Organic & Natural Rose & Flower Food For roses & other flowering plants Protein-based nutrients provide feeding with no manure odor All-in-one particle plant food for easy application & coverage with little dust Contains biologically active beneficial microbes Nutrients derived from wheat middlings, meat & bone meal, calcium carbonate, sulfate of potash, feather meal & fish meal N-P-K: Available sizes: 4 lb. & 15 lb. Whitney Farms Organic & Natural Azalea, Camellia & Rhododendron Food For acid-loving plants Protein-based nutrients provide feeding with no manure odor All-in-one particle plant food for easy application & coverage with little dust Contains biologically active beneficial microbes Nutrients derived from wheat middlings, meat & bone meal, sulfate of potash, feather meal & fish meal N-P-K: Available sizes: 4 lb. & 15 lb.

65 Natural & Organic Whitney Farms Plant Foods Whitney Farms Organic & Natural Citrus Food For all types of citrus plants Protein-based nutrients provide feeding with no manure odor All-in-one particle plant food for easy application & coverage with little dust Contains biologically active beneficial microbes Nutrients derived from wheat middlings, feather meal, meat & bone meal, sulfate of potash, calcium carbonate & fish meal N-P-K: Available sizes: 4 lb. & 15 lb. Whitney Farms Organic & Natural Palm & Hibiscus Food For palms & hibiscus plants Protein-based nutrients provide feeding with no manure odor All-in-one particle plant food for easy application & coverage with little dust Contains biologically active beneficial microbes Nutrients derived from wheat middlings, feather meal, meat & bone meal, sulfate of potash, calcium carbonate & fish meal N-P-K: Available sizes: 4 lb.

66 Natural & Organic Whitney Farms Plant Food Supplements Whitney Farms Organic Blood Meal An organic source of nitrogen that is great for amending soils for vigorous plant growth & abundant blooms & harvest Boost of nitrogen promotes shoot & flower growth Refreshes soils that are low in nitrogen For flowers, vegetables, bulbs & shrubs N-P-K: Available sizes: 3 lb. Whitney Farms Organic Bone Meal Natural source of phosphorus & calcium for vigorous flower & root growth Helps correct phosphorus deficiencies in garden soil For bulbs, roses, flowers, vegetables & shrubs N-P-K: Available sizes: 3 lb.

67 Natural & Organic Whitney Farms Plant Food Supplements Whitney Farms Organic Kelp Meal Natural plant-based nutrient supplement that provides primary & secondary nutrients for vegetables, flowers, roses & shrubs Excellent source of potassium to support root development Best used in combination with other natural fertilizers N-P-K: Available sizes: 3 lb. Whitney Farms Organic Alfalfa Meal Natural plant-based nutrient supplement that provides long lasting nitrogen for vegetables, flowers, roses & shrubs Promotes strong canes & blooming in roses Can be used to help revive compost piles N-P-K: Available sizes: 3 lb. Whitney Farms Organic Bat Guano High-in-nitrogen guano that boosts the growth of flowers, vegetables, fruits & perennials Nitrogen is present in both readily available & slow release forms N-P-K: Available sizes: 1.5 lb.

68 Natural & Organic Whitney Farms Plant Care Whitney Farms Insecticidal Soap 1 For organic gardening Kills listed insects in minutes including adelgids, aphids, mites (including spider mites), scale, thrips & whiteflies For use indoors, outdoors & in greenhouses on fruit & nut trees, vegetables, figs, small fruits, citrus, houseplants, ornamental & bedding plants & ornamental & shade trees May be used up to day of harvest Rapidly degraded by soil microbes Active ingredient: Potassium Salts of Fatty Acids

69 Natural & Organic Whitney Farms Plant Care Whitney Farms 3-In-1 Rose & Flower Care 1 * Controls fungal diseases, insects & mites Controls listed fungal diseases including black spot, blight, brown rot, leaf spot, powdery mildew, rust & scab Controls listed insects & mites including aphids, beetles (including Japanese beetle), borers, caterpillars, fungus gnats, fruit flies, leafminers, midges, mites (including spider mites), moths, scale, thrips & whiteflies For use indoors, outdoors & in greenhouses on roses, flowering plants & shrubs, woody ornamentals, trees, houseplants, listed fruit & nut trees, vegetable & vine plants & lawns May be used up to day before harvest Active ingredients: Sulfur & Pyrethrins * Not for use in organic gardening

70 Natural & Organic Whitney Farms Plant Care Whitney Farms Slug & Snail Killer 1 For organic gardening For use in or on home lawns, gardens, outdoor ornamentals, vegetable gardens, fruits, berries, citrus & crop plants Contains a unique combination of iron phosphate with slug & snail bait additives Slugs & snails cease feeding after eating the bait, become less mobile & begin to die within 3 to 6 days Rain-proof formula Can be used around pets & wildlife May be used up to & including day of harvest Active ingredient: Iron Phosphate

71 Natural & Organic Whitney Farms Plant Care Whitney Farms Lawn Weed Killer 1 * Derived from iron which occurs in nature Kills weeds, not lawns Kills listed weeds including clover, dandelion & moss Works fast. See results in hours Rainfast in 3 hours Water-based. No unpleasant odor Active ingredient: Iron HEDTA (FeHEDTA) * Not for use in organic gardening

72 Natural & Organic Whitney Farms Plant Care Whitney Farms Weed & Grass Control * Kills listed broadleaf & grassy weeds including Canada thistle, dandelion, dollarweed, henbit, oxalis & crabgrass For use as a spot treatment along sidewalks, flowerbeds, gardens, fences, driveways & patios Fast acting Visible results in hours Exclusive formula that works quickly to control grass & weeds around your home Water-based. No unpleasant odor Active ingredient: Soybean Oil * Not for use in organic gardening

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