Remedy Herbicide Mix Ratios (Per Gallon Specs)
For one gallon of finished spray, a 1% solution uses 1.28 fluid ounces of Remedy Ultra, and a 2% solution uses 2.56 fluid ounces. A 20% solution uses 25.6 fluid ounces with the label-specified oil carrier. These are concentration calculations, not universal application rates. Check your product label for the approved site, target, method, and rate.
Getting the mix right can save time, product, and repeat trips across a large property. But a per-gallon recipe is only one part of the job: the approved rate depends on what you are treating and how you apply it. I use the label first, then measure the mix and set up the sprayer to match the job.
Equipment setup and safety preparation
A compliant mix starts with the correct product label, a compatible sprayer, and measuring tools reserved for herbicide use. Remedy Ultra is a triclopyr herbicide, and its directions vary by site, target plant, and application method. Before measuring, confirm that the planned use is permitted on your product’s current label and under local rules.
Read the label for the target plant, approved site, application method, rate, carrier, timing, and required personal protective equipment (PPE). Do not assume a rate for one method applies to another. If the label does not clearly cover your planned use, do not mix or spray until you have checked with the product manufacturer or a qualified local authority.
Use a sprayer that is compatible with the product and clearly marked for herbicide use. Keep a dedicated graduated measuring cup or cylinder for the concentrate. Do not use kitchen tools, and do not measure by eye. A small measuring error matters more when making a small batch.
Before filling, check the tank, hose, seals, and nozzle for leaks or damage. Choose a calm time and a location where spray and rinsate cannot reach desirable plants, people, animals, drains, or water. Follow the label’s PPE and handling requirements throughout mixing and application.
Remedy Ultra mix ratios per gallon
A percent-by-volume solution means the herbicide makes up a stated share of the final spray volume. For a finished gallon, use 128 fluid ounces as the calculation base. The figures below convert common concentrations into amounts of product, but they do not replace the label’s directions for a specific target and method.
| Concentration by volume | Remedy Ultra per 1 gallon finished spray | Carrier and use note |
|---|---|---|
| 1% | 1.28 fl oz | Use only where the label permits this concentration and carrier |
| 2% | 2.56 fl oz | Use only where the label permits this concentration and carrier |
| 20% | 25.6 fl oz | Use the label-specified oil carrier for an approved use |
These are fluid ounces, not weight ounces. The carrier may be water or oil only when the product label allows that carrier for the particular use. In particular, a 20% solution is associated with certain basal-bark treatments, but it is not a general-purpose foliar mix or permission to treat any woody plant.
How to mix one finished gallon
“Finished gallon” means the total amount in the sprayer after both product and carrier are added. This distinction prevents a common measuring error: adding the product to a full gallon of carrier makes more than one gallon of spray and changes the final concentration.
- Confirm the label-approved concentration, carrier, and application method for the target.
- Put on the label-required PPE and set the sprayer on a stable surface.
- Add some of the permitted carrier to a calibrated mixing container.
- Measure the Remedy Ultra amount accurately and add it to the carrier.
- Add more carrier until the total mixture reaches one gallon.
- Agitate as directed on the label, then transfer the mix to the sprayer if needed.
Do not add a surfactant unless the label directs or permits it, and use only the specified type and amount. Do not substitute a carrier because it seems convenient. Follow label instructions for mixing order if they differ from these general steps.
Worked per-gallon calculation scenarios
These examples show how the arithmetic works for one finished gallon. They are not reports of treatment results or instructions to use a particular rate. Before mixing, match the concentration and method to the current label for your product, site, and target plant.
Scenario 1: A label-approved 1% mix. Multiply 128 fluid ounces by 0.01. The result is 1.28 fluid ounces of Remedy Ultra. Add permitted carrier until the final mixture measures one gallon.
Scenario 2: A label-approved 2% mix. Multiply 128 by 0.02. The result is 2.56 fluid ounces of product. Again, add carrier to a final volume of one gallon, rather than starting with a full gallon of carrier.
Scenario 3: An approved 20% basal-bark mix. Multiply 128 by 0.20. The result is 25.6 fluid ounces. Use the label-specified oil carrier and follow the label’s method, coverage, and target directions. This calculation does not establish that a 20% mix is suitable for a different application.
I find it useful to write the target, label rate, carrier, and batch size on a work sheet before opening the container. That simple check helps prevent a crew member from carrying a foliar mix into a job that calls for a different method or carrier.
Sprayer calibration and application control
Calibration is the process of checking how much spray a sprayer applies over a set area or during a set time. It helps you apply the label-directed volume and coverage. A mix percentage alone does not tell you how much product to use per acre or how much spray a target needs.
Check that the nozzle is clean, the spray pattern is even, and the sprayer has no leaks. Follow the product label for spray volume, coverage, and application method. Do not convert a per-gallon concentration into a per-acre rate without the required label directions and calibration data.
Keep spray on the intended target. Drift can injure or kill desirable plants, and runoff can carry herbicide beyond the treatment area. Stop if wind, temperature, or site conditions make it hard to keep spray where it belongs. A stronger mix does not correct poor coverage or make an off-label application acceptable.
For property edges, mark the treatment area before spraying and check the location of desirable plants and sensitive areas. Work carefully around fence lines, gardens, and neighboring vegetation. If you cannot control drift or runoff, postpone the application.
Storage, cleanup, and disposal
Safe storage keeps concentrate and spray mix away from people, animals, food, and feed. Keep Remedy Ultra in its original container, close it as directed on the label, and store it under the label’s conditions. Do not transfer concentrate into an unmarked bottle or leave it where children or animals can reach it.
Do not store mixed spray unless the product label allows it. Plan batch size to avoid excess, and manage unused mix, empty containers, and sprayer rinsate according to the label and local rules. Do not pour leftover mix or rinsate into a drain, ditch, or waterway.
Clean the sprayer as the label directs, including the tank, hose, and nozzle. Use dedicated equipment and follow the required steps for rinse water. Keep the product label available during cleanup so you can check disposal and handling directions.
Frequently asked questions
These short answers address common questions about measuring Remedy Ultra per gallon. The label remains the final authority because approved rates and carriers depend on the target, site, and method. If the product label and a general example differ, follow the label and local requirements.
How much Remedy Ultra goes in one gallon for a 1% mix?
Use 1.28 fluid ounces, then add the permitted carrier to a final volume of one gallon.
How much do I use for a 2% mix?
Use 2.56 fluid ounces per gallon of finished spray, only when that concentration is allowed for the labeled use.
How much product makes a 20% mix per gallon?
The calculation is 25.6 fluid ounces per finished gallon. Use the label-specified oil carrier only for an approved use, such as a method the label specifically permits.
Do I add the product to a full gallon of water or oil?
No. For a one-gallon finished batch, measure the product and add carrier until the total mixture reaches one gallon.
Can I use water for every Remedy Ultra mix?
No. Carrier directions depend on the application method and label. Use water or oil only where the label permits it.
Does a 2% mix mean I can use it on any brush or tree?
No. A concentration is not approval for every target or site. Check the product label for the plant, site, method, rate, and timing.
Can I use a per-gallon mix rate to calculate a per-acre rate?
Not by itself. A per-acre amount depends on label directions and the spray volume and coverage delivered by a calibrated sprayer.
Should I add a surfactant?
Only if the label directs or permits it, and then use the specified type and amount.
Can I save leftover mixed spray for another day?
Do not store mixed spray unless the label allows it. Follow label directions for unused mix and rinsate.
What should I do if the weather makes drift control difficult?
Stop and wait for conditions that allow you to keep spray on the target. Do not apply when wind or other site conditions make containment unreliable.
(This article was written by one of our staff writers, Victor Dempsey. Visit our Meet the Team page.)
