Pigments

Pigment (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 by professionals to improve the look of golf courses, sports turf and other landscapes to give the grass a beautiful green color. If you have a diseased, damaged or bad looking area, applying a pigment will make it look nice.

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 in 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 - Foursome is the top pigment product we carry. It is versatile in that it can also be used as a spray pattern indicator to be mixed with herbicides.

Our 1 gallon container of Foursome is an incredible value because a small amount of Foursome mixed with water will go a long way.

A few essential reasons to use pigment for your turf:

• Turf pigment is the current leading alternative to overseeding warm-season grasses.
• Using pigment requires minimum turfgrass preparation and provides an attractive surface.
• Pigment is affordable compared to overseeding.
• Pigment can be used on cool-season grasses during drought or to reduce mottled appearances from winter or summer stress. Pigment also does a good job of hiding turf blemishes.
• Pigment increases surface temperature, which may aid plant growth.

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.

User Guide

Tools Needed

• Selected Herbicide Product (If Necessary)
• Foursome Turf Pigment
• Handheld Sprayer, Backpack Sprayer or Professional Spray Rig

PPE

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

Step 1: Mix up the Pigment with Water

In a tank sprayer add the pigment product to water. Foursome Turf Pigment is suggested to be mixed from 15 to 20 oz. per acre of turf with 16 oz as the suggested initial rate. For small applications, mix at a rate of 0.15 to 0.20 oz. per gallon. Measure your lawn or treatment area to calculate the quantity of pigment needed to treat the area. Make sure that you always read and follow the label instructions for proper mix and usage rates.

If using a Spraying Rig and mixing the pigment with pesticides, turn the agitation on and add Foursome Turf Pigment after mixing in dry flowable and dispersible granules but before water-soluble pesticide formulations.

Step 2: Apply Pigment Solution to Turf

Make sure to even coating to your lawn. You may have to pass through the area twice ideally in 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.

Make sure to be careful as to not get the pigment on anything that you don’t want 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.

Step 3: Reapply as Necessary

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 which when mixed and applied to your lawn can improve the aesthetics by giving 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 item.