Unchecked weeds aren’t just a nuisance – they’re a risk.
Overgrown vegetation along roadsides, farming infrastructure, fence lines, rail corridors and utility easements can compromise safety, compliance and the reputation of your operations.
It can obstruct sightlines, impede drainage and create hazards for workers and the public.
Managing these areas efficiently, effectively and sustainably is a constant challenge, requiring a solution which is fast, effective and reliable.
That’s why people and infrastructure managers are turning to Esplanade Herbicide – a tough, reliable solution for tough weeds.
Esplanade is a powerful pre-emergent herbicide providing broad-spectrum, long-lasting control of more than 30 weed species, including tough annual grasses and broadleaf weeds.
It is highly effective against glyphosate-resistant weeds such as fleabane and annual ryegrass, giving teams the confidence to tackle some of the most challenging growth.
Esplanade’s soil-binding profile minimises off-target damage to native or desirable vegetation, making it safe for sensitive areas such as landscaped areas, conservation zones and open spaces.
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Successfully used across Australia on roadsides, rail corridors, utilities and farming infrastructure – including buildings, grain storage, stockyards and fence lines – Esplanade delivers consistent results while reducing the effort and cost of weed management.
Delivering up to eight months of residual control from a single application, Esplanade helps teams stay ahead of growth and reduces the need for repeated sprays.
This allows crews to cover more ground with the same resources, saving time, labour and equipment costs, while minimising disruptions to traffic or operations.
By preventing weeds from emerging, pre-emergent control lowers chemical use and reduces the environmental impact associated with repeated applications.
It also enables teams to shift from reactive management to planned maintenance, focusing on strategic tasks rather than constant weed control.
Envu’s Odin Franssen says his clients who’ve made the switch to Esplanade are seeing long-term results.
“Many have reduced the need for repeat applications, and some have even eliminated mowing or brush cutting altogether,” Odin adds.
“The return on investment has been outstanding.”
Trials with clients managing high-value assets, such as Melbourne Airport, as well as sites which are difficult to access due to safety or shutdown requirements – like rail tracks across Australia – have shown incorporating Esplanade Herbicide into spray programs saves time and money while delivering superior results.
Trials have demonstrated up to 100 per cent vegetation control eight months after application when Esplanade is used in combination with a suitable knockdown such as Glyphosate or Method 240SL Herbicide.
Over time, this proactive approach supports a long-term, sustainable strategy, addressing weed problems at their source, reducing the risk of herbicide resistance and creating safer, well-managed roads, rail corridors and infrastructure environments.
Esplanade’s rain-activated formulation works with natural rainfall, making it ideal for pre-season or early strategic applications when conditions are unpredictable.
It is compatible with knockdown herbicides, allowing spray teams to tackle emerging weeds while preventing new growth.
This flexibility allows operators to tailor treatments to specific areas without juggling multiple products, complicated schedules or additional passes, streamlining operations and reducing logistical challenges.
Herbicide resistance is an ongoing concern for councils and infrastructure managers.
By targeting weeds before they emerge, Esplanade helps delay resistance and supports sustainable, long-term vegetation management programs.
Incorporating Esplanade into maintenance plans ensures herbicide options remain effective for years to come, protecting both assets and operational efficiency.
Envu’s technical services manager Jyri Kaapro, says Esplanade Herbicide is a game changer for farmers, asset managers, and councils tackling hard to eliminate weeds with emerging resistance issues, such as annual ryegrass and fleabane, along fence lines, roadsides and other infrastructure”.
Its combination of fewer sprays, flexible application and proven long-term results make it more than just another herbicide – it’s a tool which saves time, reduces costs and simplifies weed management.
Tough weeds demand a tough solution and Esplanade delivers – control today, protect tomorrow.
