{"product_id":"vivagrow-pentra-bark-penetrating-surfactant-4oz-systemic-tree-treatment","title":"VivaGrow Pentra-Bark Penetrating Surfactant (4oz) – Systemic Tree Treatment","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVivaGrow Pentra-Bark Penetrating Surfactant is designed to help water soluble products move into a tree's vascular system through the bark. By working with systemic products, it supports translocation to foliage or roots without the need for foliar sprays, soil drenches, bark injections, or soil pressure injections. The result is a streamlined approach that focuses treatment where the tree needs it most, delivering potential efficiency without sacrificing safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Pentra-Bark stands out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGreat compatibility with Reliant, Agri-Fos, Garden Phos, Safari, Zylam and other systemic products at about 1:20\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProven in the Midwest since 2007 with Safari for Emerald Ash Borer control\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe only product registered in California with Agri-Fos fungicide for Sudden Oak Death caused by Phytophthora ramorum\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSignificantly reduces tree treatment time and lowers the amount of insecticide or fungicide needed for results\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSafer than many alternatives by restricting application to the trunk surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it works in the tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWoody plants feature microscopic openings in the exterior periderm called lenticels that support transpiration and pressure regulation. When Pentra-Bark is applied in combination with a systemic product, it helps open these lenticels and encourages movement into the cambial tissue where the plant's vascular transport system resides. From there, active ingredients travel through the tree to reach leaves and roots, enabling translocation without direct leaf or soil applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn real-world settings, the timing and pairing with compatible formulations can influence how quickly and where the product distributes. The design aims to work within a practical maintenance routine, offering a one-step approach to systemic delivery when used per label directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical use and best practices\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMix ratio guidance: approximately 1 part Pentra-Bark to 20 parts water when combined with compatible systemic products\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTarget trunk-only applications for safety, ease of access, and reduced exposure to non-target areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFollow label instructions and local regulations to align with best horticultural practices\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCalifornia registration number 83416-5001-AA appears on product labeling, reflecting regulatory alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, Pentra-Bark offers a flexible route to systemic delivery that may complement existing tree care programs, with a focus on efficiency, safety, and practical field use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is VivaGrow Pentra-Bark Penetrating Surfactant?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: A trunk-applied surfactant that helps water-soluble products move into the tree’s vascular system for systemic distribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How should Pentra-Bark be used with other products?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Mix at about 1:20 with compatible systemic pesticides or fungicides and apply to the trunk following label directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"VivaGrow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43989277343878,"sku":"B00O5INN7K","price":20.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0665\/1602\/5478\/files\/vivagrow-pentra-bark-bottle-pour.jpg?v=1778861248","url":"https:\/\/patiozora.com\/products\/vivagrow-pentra-bark-penetrating-surfactant-4oz-systemic-tree-treatment","provider":"PatioZora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}