Pigments

Pigments (also known in the industry as turf colorants) are products that are applied to lawn and turf areas for the aesthetic purposes of a natural, green, healthy-looking lawn. By applying pigment to an area, you are essentially painting it in a way that is not damaging to the plants, purely for visual reasons, so the plants look greener and more pleasing to the eye.

Pigments or turf colorants have long been used to improve the look of golf courses, sports turf, and other landscapes, giving the grass a beautiful green color. Applying a pigment will make it look nice if you have a diseased, damaged, or bad-looking area.

Applying pigment to a lawn area is very easy to do. Simply add a small amount, following label directions for specifics, to a tank sprayer and apply an even coating to the area you would like treated.

If you need help selecting a pigment or would like more information on how to mix and apply pigment properly, our experienced pest control specialists will be more than happy to assist you.

Our Recommendations

Foursome Turf Pigment - is a versatile pigment additive that can be used as a spray pattern indicator when mixed with herbicides and enhance the overall appearance of turf.

Before deciding to use pigment, you should consider a few things. You will need to analyze whether the pigment will be applied to dormant or actively growing turf, how quickly you would like to achieve the desired color, and even how well this product matches existing turf color.

Tools Needed

• Selected Herbicide Product (If Necessary)
• Your selected pigment
• Handheld Sprayer, Backpack Sprayer, or Professional Spray Rig

PPE

• Chemical Resistant Gloves
• Dust / Mist Mask
• Safety Glasses

How to Use Pigments

Step 1: Mix up the Pigment with Water

Determine how much pigment solution to add by measuring the square footage of the treatment area. Find this square footage by measuring the treatment area's length and width in feet, then multiply them together (length X width = square footage). 

Apply 16 to 20 oz. of Foursome Turf Pigment per acre of turf. 

Fill the spray tank with one-half to two-thirds volume of water. With agitation on and following the standard order of addition, add Foursome Plus Turf Pigment after dry flowable and dispersible granules and before water-soluble pesticide formulations. 

Allow the product to fully disperse and mix into the spray solution before adding additional products.

Step 2: Apply Pigment Solution

Make application of pesticide solution mix to target site at rate specified on pesticide manufacturer's label. 

Make sure to coat your lawn evenly. You may have to pass through the area twice, ideally in a perpendicular fashion, so that you are able to achieve a uniform look. It’s always best to start with a lower application rate on the initial passes and re-apply to achieve the deeper color if desired.

Be careful not to get the pigment on anything you don’t want to be stained. When spraying along concrete or hardscape surfaces, a large piece of cardboard or thin plywood can be used to shield the hard surface from the spray pigment.

As the season progresses and regular maintenance is done to your lawn (watering, mowing, etc.), the product may not be as bright and may need a follow-up application.

Key Takeaways

• Pigments are a helpful adjuvant that, when mixed and applied to your lawn, can improve the aesthetics by giving the grass a lively green color.
• To use pigments, all you need is a Foursome Turf Pigment water and a sprayer of your choosing.
• The pigments we carry give you the most value for the price. You won’t find them at big box stores as it is a specialty items.