Vitax SBK Brushwood Tough Weedkiller 250ml

Kill tough weeds such as brambles, thistles, nettles, dock, and woody weeds with Vitax SBK Brushwood Tough Weedkiller 250ml, a soluble concentrate weedkiller that targets both the weed and its roots to prevent re-growth, without harming surrounding grass.

Ideal for tackling overgrown areas, neglected borders, fence lines, and woodland edges, SBK Brushwood Killer is applied as a foliar spray that absorbs into the plant and travels down to the roots. One 250ml bottle treats up to 83m², making it well suited to medium and large gardens.

This soluble concentrate is mixed with water and applied using a watering can or sprayer as directed. Apply when there is active growth, the soil is damp, and there is no risk of freezing. A maximum of two treatments per year are required, with at least six weeks between applications, and a six-week interval is also needed between application and re-planting. SBK can also be used to treat wood stumps when sap is no longer rising — for best results, apply during autumn and winter.

How to Use

• When to apply: May to October for tough weeds and hardwood saplings; June to August for woody weeds. Avoid April, May, and June when treating tree stumps (sap is rising).
• Mixing: Dilute the concentrate with water as per the product label.
• Application: Apply evenly to foliage using a watering can or sprayer when soil is moist and weeds are actively growing.
• Coverage: One 250ml bottle treats up to 83m².
• Re-treatment: A repeat application can be made after six weeks if required (maximum two treatments per year).
• Re-planting: Wait at least six weeks after application before re-planting treated areas.
• Avoid: Do not apply during drought or freezing conditions, and keep spray away from cultivated plants.

Key Features

• Soluble concentrate weedkiller for tough weeds, brambles, thistles, nettles, and docks
• Targets both the weed and the root system to prevent re-growth
• Safe to use on grass — won't damage surrounding lawn
• Also suitable for broom, gorse, non-crop areas, and autumn/winter tree-stump treatment
• Contains triclopyr
• Maximum two treatments per year, with a six-week gap between applications

Product Details

• Manufacturer's Reference: SBK Brushwood Killer 250ml
• EAN: (see variant)
• Size: 250ml
• Coverage: up to 83m²
• Active ingredient: Triclopyr
• Product type: Weed Control
• Form: Soluble concentrate

Frequently Asked Questions

Will SBK Brushwood Killer kill grass?
No. SBK Brushwood Killer is formulated to target tough woody weeds and is safe to use on grass, so it won't damage surrounding lawn when applied as directed.

When is the best time to apply SBK Brushwood Killer?
Apply during the main growing season from May to October, when weeds are actively growing and the soil is moist. For tree stumps, apply in autumn and winter once the sap has stopped rising — avoid April, May, and June.

How much area does one bottle cover?
This 250ml bottle treats up to 83m². For larger areas, the 500ml and 1 litre sizes offer better value per square metre.

How many times a year can I apply SBK?
A maximum of two treatments per year, with at least six weeks between applications. You should also leave six weeks between the final application and re-planting the treated area.

Can I use SBK in a sprayer?
Yes. SBK is a soluble concentrate and can be applied with either a watering can or a sprayer. Always follow the dilution rates on the product label and avoid spray drift onto cultivated plants.