Dauber Bottles for Herbicide Application

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JAMES D SMITH

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Oct 23, 2019, 3:21:32 PM10/23/19
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Hi Folks,

The Nature Conservatory had an article in their magazine on using a "large magic marker type device" to apply a small amount of herbicide to chopped canes of invasive roses in Tennessee.  Given the same type of device would work here for Blackberries, English Ivy, Yellow Flag Iris, etc., here in the PNW, I asked for their source. Below is the source.

Happy killing:


Jim

Frank Kolwicz

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Oct 23, 2019, 6:10:19 PM10/23/19
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Now I'd just like to have it on a 4 foot stick and with about a quart
container, and it would fly for me! I'm currently using a sprayer with
an adapted hood to keep overspray to a minimum, but have long thought
that a contact applicator or a foam would be much more effective in
preventing aerosol spread.

Frank
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Oct 23, 2019, 8:14:41 PM10/23/19
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Thanks, Jim, for sharing this tip.

I could see this being really useful for very focused application of herbicide in native-plant restoration areas where valuable plants are growing right next to the invasives.

I wonder if this (or a similar product) might be available in local fabric/craft stores, such as Jo-Ann Fabric (a chain) or Michael's (in Corvallis)? I hate to order products like this from Amazon, where the packaging and shipping costs end up being more than the value of the product itself.

The next question is, what kind of dilution did they use for the herbicide? Or were they using the straight product, out of the jug?

I guess I'd add a caution for anyone doing this to wear latex gloves, especially if working with highly concentrated herbicide where a drop or two on your skin could be significant.

Joel

On Wed, 2019-10-23 at 19:21 +0000, JAMES D SMITH wrote:
Hi Folks,
>
> The Nature Conservatory had an article in their magazine on using a "large magic marker type device" to apply a small amount of herbicide to chopped canes of invasive roses in Tennessee.  Given the same type of device would work here for Blackberries, English Ivy, Yellow Flag Iris, etc., here in the PNW, I asked for their source. Below is the source.
>
> Happy killing:
>
> https://www.amazon.com/STAMPENDOUS-DT201-Dauber-Applicator-2oz/dp/B0056PYJ9M/ref=sr_1_12?keywords=dauber+bottles&qid=1571844280&sr=8-12
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JAMES D SMITH

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Oct 23, 2019, 8:51:48 PM10/23/19
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Joel et al,

I didn't ask about the specific herbicide they used as "we" all typically use different stuff and dilutions, unless you are under State/Federal rules. They did mention " Garlon 3A" with a dye; however, I use (on my property) some stuff from Garlands and boost the concentration depending upon the plant. When I read the article, I really thought it met a major requirement for me in dealing with my neighbors(hood) invasive plants spreading among my natives. I used to use a paint brush, still with collateral damage. For those of you actually able to use herbicide on other property (City doesn't allow me), this would still be a great tool for cane  type species, large leafy species (Yellow Flag), and possibly girdling a small/modest tree after abrading the trunk. In short, invasives are winning; we need to pool knowledge; hence my memo.

Whether you can get this at our local hobby store, I don't know. I looked once and got lost in all their stuff. One of the kids, if they still do collage/pasted works, might know a similar tool. In short, I took someone else's work as a solution.

Regarding gloves, nitrile are better, and have more range for chemicals in general than latex. You can buy hundreds at Costco, or,  Bimart has the better medical grade, and Glempers has even more material types, lengths, and thicknesses.

Jim

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JAMES D SMITH

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Oct 23, 2019, 8:56:33 PM10/23/19
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Addendum:

"I got the same "stamp licker" locally from Office Max." A friend passed on their similar tool.

Jim
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Jeff Baker

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Oct 24, 2019, 11:23:49 AM10/24/19
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People have also made their own out of PVC pipe and fittings with some type of cloth/sponge applicator to suit their own needs.

Just be sure to follow the herbicide label instructions for protective equipment, application rates, and methods for the herbicide you are using.


On Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at 3:10:19 PM UTC-7, Frank in Momouth wrote:
Now I'd just like to have it on a 4 foot stick and with about a quart
container, and it would fly for me! I'm currently using a sprayer with
an adapted hood to keep overspray to a minimum, but have long thought
that a contact applicator or a foam would be much more effective in
preventing aerosol spread.

Frank
in Monmouth

On 10/23/2019 12:21 PM, JAMES D SMITH wrote:
> Hi Folks,
>
> The Nature Conservatory had an article in their magazine on using a
> "large magic marker type device" to apply a small amount of herbicide to
> chopped canes of invasive roses in Tennessee.  Given the same type of
> device would work here for Blackberries, English Ivy, Yellow Flag Iris,
> etc., here in the PNW, I asked for their source. Below is the source.
>
> Happy killing:
>
> https://www.amazon.com/STAMPENDOUS-DT201-Dauber-Applicator-2oz/dp/B0056PYJ9M/ref=sr_1_12?keywords=dauber+bottles&qid=1571844280&sr=8-12
>
> Jim
>
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JAMES D SMITH

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Nov 21, 2019, 4:53:25 PM11/21/19
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Hi Folks,

I wanted to follow up with my results of ordering the "stamp licker bottles" from Amazon in the thread below. Attached is the photo of the bottles fresh out of the bag; you'll notice a price tag of $1.99 on the bottles. The source on Amazon charged $9.99 for each; while I like the bottle, you can do better at your favorite office store. I didn't provide "good" feedback for the seller.

Jim

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Steve Jones

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Sep 17, 2023, 5:36:39 PM9/17/23
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Sorry to post to an old thread, but wanted to mention that a company called "racquet art" makes a hand-held dauber suitable for herbicide use called the "daub-it".  It comes in a 6-pack of 1-oz bottles, a 3 pack of 2-oz bottles, or a 2 pack of 4-oz bottles.  I just bought the 4-oz ones and haven't had a chance to use them yet.  I'm going to be daubing fresh cut locust tree stumps to address a significant infestation, and wish they came in a larger bottle size, but they look like they are going to work.  I got mine on Amazon out of habit but I'm sure they are available in other places.

Steve Jones
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