Gordon's Ornamec 170 Grass Herbicide, 32 oz – Over-the-Top Grass Control for Ornamentals & Landscape Beds

Overview

Gordon's Ornamec 170 Grass Herbicide is formulated for the maintenance of landscape beds and ornamental spaces. With an active ingredient of Fluazifop-P-butyl at 1.70%, it targets fast-growing grasses while being designed for use around a wide array of ornamentals. The 32-ounce bottle offers scalable coverage for both small residential beds and larger garden landscapes, making it a practical choice for home gardens and professional settings alike.

Ornamec 170 is designed for flexibility in real-world landscapes. It supports over-the-top applications around established plantings and new transplants, helping to keep turfgrass growth from encroaching into ornamental zones without compromising the appearance of shrubs, flowers, or groundcovers.

Where and how it can be used

• Safe for use around groundcovers, shrubs, trees, landscape beds, ornamental beds, and fence lines
• The label lists more than 400 shrubs, wildflowers, trees, flowers, and groundcovers as compatible with Ornamec 170
• Additional species may be listed with guidance on risk and timing to help minimize injury

For many landscapes, Ornamec 170 helps create clear boundaries between turf and ornamental zones, making maintenance workflows smoother and more predictable during growing seasons.

Mixing, application, and timing

• Mix at a rate of 10 oz per gallon of water for typical applications
• Apply around ornamental plants, groundcovers, shrubs, and along landscape bed edges or fence lines, following label directions

Always follow the product label for best results and safety guidelines. Ornamec 170 is designed to work within established landscapes and can be used around newly emerging ornamentals and transplants as directed.

What to expect and timing

• Growth of treated grasses slows within 48 hours after application
• Treated grasses typically show signs of decline within 1 to 3 weeks

Timings can vary with weather, weed pressures, and plant health. Plan applications around active growing periods to align with your landscape maintenance goals, while avoiding stressed or drought-prone conditions.

Product details

• Active ingredient: Fluazifop-P-butyl 1.70%
• Formulation supports 32-ounce bottle applications suitable for ongoing lawnbed care
• Designed for use around ornamental plants and in landscape beds and lines