Use of Mineral Spirits for Weed Control in Forest Seedling Nurseries
There are several factors to consider when we talk about using mineral spirits for weed and grass control in forest nursery seedbeds. All indications are that the aromatic hydrocarbon content of the solvent is probably the most important factor. Aromatic hydrocarbon content is a chemical term, and if most are like myself, it does not tell us much except that we need at least 17 or 18 percent aromatics. In layman's language, this tells us the weed and grass killing strength.
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Author(s): J. K. Jones
Publication: National Nursery Proceedings - 1966
Event:
Southeastern Area Forest Nurserymen Conference
1966 - Hot Springs, AR