Two active gel for controlling tough broadleaf and woody weeds
Contains: 44.7g/kg Picloram (as the potassium salt) + 4.47g/kg Aminopyralid (as the triisopropanolamine salt)
Targeted, effective and convenient weed control with enhanced dual-active formula for superior results across a wider range of weeds. Perfect for weeds that respond best to picloram, plus excellent control of thistles, ragwort, docks and other challenging broadleaf weeds in pasture. Great also if you wish to avoid products containing glyphosate. Because of the way it is used it is extremely eco-friendly and is used regularly by contractors, environmental groups and many councils.
What's Different About PicloramPlus+?
Cut'n'Paste PicloramPlus+ contains TWO active ingredients working together for superior weed control:
Why Two Active Ingredients?
Picloram provides strong activity on deep-rooted and woody plants like gorse, broom, blackberry, and wattles. It's persistent in soil and moves down into root systems for long-lasting control.
Aminopyralid is from the same herbicide family but adds:
- Exceptional control of thistles, ragwort, and docks (where standard Picloram can be patchy)
- Enhanced systemic movement into growing points and roots
- Broader spectrum activity on pasture and broadleaf weeds
- Faster soil breakdown than picloram alone
The Benefits of the Combination
When you combine these two active ingredients in PicloramPlus+, you get:
✓ Broader spectrum control - handles both woody weeds AND tough broadleaf weeds in one product ✓ More consistent kill rates - aminopyralid boosts uptake and improves results on species where picloram alone can be patchy ✓ Improved systemic action - better translocation to root systems and growing points ✓ Lower resistance risk - mixing two similar but different actives helps prevent weed resistance ✓ Balanced residual profile - long enough to prevent regrowth, but not excessively persistent
NOTE:
- DO NOT USE IN AREAS WHERE ANIMAL OR HUMAN FOODSTUFFS ARE GROWN
- DO NOT USE IN THE URBAN HOME GARDEN OR TURF OR LAWNS
- DO NOT USE IN PASTURE WHERE TREATED PLANTS MAY BE GRAZED BY STOCK ANIMALS
Picloram vs PicloramPlus+: Performance Comparison
| Weed / Group | Picloram Alone | Picloram + Aminopyralid | Residual Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gorse | Strong | Stronger, more consistent | Picloram persists long enough for seedlings; aminopyralid improves kill of established plants |
| Broom (Scotch, Montpellier) | Strong | Stronger | Residuals prevent regrowth from root crowns |
| Blackberry | Moderate–good | Good–very good | Picloram residual + aminopyralid uptake into suckers improves long-term kill |
| Wattles (Acacia spp.) | Moderate | Good | Residual activity helps, aminopyralid improves systemic kill |
| Privet, hawthorn, wild roses | Moderate | Good | Better basal/root collar kill, some soil residual from picloram |
| Ragwort | Poor–moderate | Excellent | Aminopyralid works fast; picloram's residual prevents reinfestation |
| Thistles (Scotch, winged, nodding, Californian) | Poor | Excellent | Aminopyralid translocates well; residuals suppress new germinations |
| Docks (broadleaf & curled) | Poor–patchy | Good | Picloram residual + aminopyralid taproot activity combine |
| Clover, lucerne, legumes | Moderate suppression | Strong suppression | Aminopyralid strengthens knockdown; residuals keep pasture "clean" |
| General woody weeds | Good | Excellent | Broader coverage, longer persistence |
| Broadleaf pasture weeds (general) | Limited | Broad spectrum | Aminopyralid adds spectrum; picloram residual extends protection |
Weeds Where PicloramPlus+ Excels
Excellent to Very Good Control:
Ragwort, thistles (all types), docks, gorse, broom, blackberry, wattles, acacias, privet, hawthorn, wild roses, clover, lucerne, legumes, general woody weeds, broadleaf pasture weeds
Also Controls:
Barberry, buddleia, matagouri, wilding pine, sweet briar, tutu, willow, woolly nightshade, greater bindweed, Himalayan honeysuckle, Japanese honeysuckle, Ivy, Old Man's Beard, Kahili Ginger, agapanthus, Wandering Jew and many general broadleaf weeds, scrambling weeds, climbing weeds and rhizomatous weeds.
Why Use Cut'n'Paste PicloramPlus+ Weed Killing Gel?
As always, a stump and stem paste that is safe and easy to use and a highly targeted way to deal with weeds - now with enhanced dual-active formula for broader spectrum control and more consistent results. Great for those wanting to avoid Glyphosate products.
Cut'n'Paste PicloramPlus+ Gel can be used for weed control either as a stump paste or wiped onto the underside of leaves of leafy weeds.
- Ready to use immediately
- No mixing required
- Convenient refillable application pack
- Coloured green gel makes it visible when being used. The colour is absorbed and not noticed within a day or so of application.
- Very little, if any, of this easy to use paste gets anywhere other than on the weed or plant you want to kill.
- No spray, fumes or mist to be inhaled or to drift onto unintended plants
Directions for Use - Cut'n'Paste PicloramPlus+ Gel
For trees, shrubs, woody weeds and vines
- Cut stems horizontally 20 – 100mm, above ground.
- Take your bottle of Cut'n'Paste PicloramPlus+ Gel, hold it upside down and gently squeeze a layer of gel about 3-5mm thick onto the whole surface of the cut stem or stump from the edge to the centre, plus some of the surrounding bark. The herbicide is drawn into the root system of the weed. If there are exposed roots extending from the weed, scrape off some of the surface and apply gel here too, especially with highly coppicing trees. If the stump width is more than around 150mm cut a series of 15-20mm deep blazes and spaced 20-40mm apart around main trunks using a pruning saw or axe. Apply a 5mm thick coating of Cut'n'Paste PicloramPlus+ Gel. With multi stem plants make sure at least 80% of the stems are treated and especially the main stems.
- Leave it to die off. Should any regrowth appear simply re-treat.
For the best effects paste the PicloramPlus+ herbicide gel onto the cut stems or stumps immediately after cutting.
Handling and Precautions
The active ingredients, picloram and aminopyralid, are ground residual and can travel through soil, particularly when large numbers of weeds are treated. The mode of action of the pyridine group of herbicides is to disrupt cell growth; some weeds may be resistant to these chemicals.
Important: Aminopyralid degrades faster in soil than picloram alone, providing a more balanced residual profile - long enough to prevent regrowth but with reduced long-term persistence.
You are advised not to use next to desirable or known sensitive native plants or in areas where their roots might extend into. Do not use if rain is expected within 2 hours. The active ingredients from the gel can leach onto wanted plants. Effectiveness may also be reduced.
Refer to the Safety Datasheet (SDS) and Label information that can be found on the tabs in this listing.
Common Questions about Cut'n'Paste PicloramPlus+ Gel
How long does it take for the gel to be absorbed into the cut stem?
It depends on the time and the weather. When it is warm and sunny the Cut'n'Paste PicloramPlus+ gets absorbed in up to 4 hours. When it is a bit cooler or the weeds are in damp or sheltered conditions then it can take a few days.
What time of year can it be used?
In New Zealand you can apply the gel at any time but the effectiveness of Cut'n'Paste PicloramPlus+ might be reduced a bit in the colder months.
How many weeds (stems) can I treat from one 450ml bottle of Cut'n'Paste PicloramPlus+?
You should be able to apply to around 240-250 cut stems assuming the diameter of the stem is around 25mm and you are applying a layer of gel around 4-5mm thick.
Can I apply Cut'n'Paste PicloramPlus+ Gel when it's raining?
Not recommended for a number of reasons. Ideally you should not apply when there is risk of rain within 12 hours. Ideally longer to give the herbicide gel a chance to be absorbed. Also if it rains you run the risk of the gel being washed off onto non-target plants.
Is Cut'n'Paste PicloramPlus+ safe around children and pets?
The relatively small amount of active ingredients together with the relatively low toxicity and the small amount being applied to each stem means the product is generally pretty safe but it is still a harmful chemical and must be kept away from children. Especially in the bottle.
Is Cut'n'Paste PicloramPlus+ safe around other plants?
Because you are applying directly to the weed you want to kill there is no spray drift but if you spill small amounts of the gel on non-target plants then they can be damaged. This is the big advantage the Cut'n'Paste Gels though in that you can kill weeds easily without harming other plants and natives.
How often should I replace the brush?
Normally the brush will start to wear out between 5-7 applications so if you are refilling from 5L packs then it is a good idea to buy two brush sets every time you buy a 5L refill pack.
Are there any Cut'n'Paste PicloramPlus+ residues left in the soil?
Because you are applying to the plant directly there is generally limited soil residues. However any product that does drop onto the ground will stay active in the soil for up to 6 months. The aminopyralid component breaks down faster than picloram, providing a more balanced residual profile that helps prevent regrowth while being less persistent than picloram-only products.
