What is the active ingredient in Ortho fire ant Killer?
What is the active ingredient in Ortho fire ant Killer?
What is the active ingredient in Ortho fire ant Killer?
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| Active Ingredient | Acephate 50% |
|---|---|
| Application | Sprinkle 1 tablespoon Dry Powder over each mound – Do Not Water-in (Not Required) Do not disturb mounds while treating – Do not apply during heavy dew or just before a rain Treat new mounds as they appear |
| Pet safe | Yes, if used as directed on label |
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What do professionals use to kill fire ants?
Baits currently available include Amdro, Siege, Logic, Award, Ascend, or Raid Fire Ant Killer. Baits are slow-acting and require weeks to months to achieve 80% to 90% control. Bait products can be used to easily treat large areas effectively. They contain extremely low amounts of toxins.
Is Ortho fire ant Killer safe?
Ortho Orthene Fire Ant Killer is safe for outdoor use only.
How long does it take for Ortho fire ant Killer to work?
Protect your lawn from fire ants with Ortho® Fire Ant Killer Broadcast Granules. It kills fire ant mounds in 15 minutes and protects your lawn for up to 6 months.
What is the most effective fire ant killer?
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What is the strongest fire ant killer?
Best OVERALL Over’n Out! Advanced Fire Ant Killer won our top spot overall based on several points: It kills the mound in just 15 minutes, kills the queen within 24 hours and a single application protects against fire ants for up to six months.
What is the natural enemy of fire ants?
Phorid flies lay eggs in the heads of live fire ants. As the eggs hatch, they incapacitate the host ant and the larvae consume the ant’s body for food. Humans are the only other predator of the fire ant.
When should you broadcast fire ant killer?
Broadcast bait treatments target all colonies in the yard, regardless of size. Early spring is one of the best times to apply fire ant baits because fire ants are actively foraging for food at this time. If you are going to treat only one time per year, do it in the spring.
What time of day are fire ants most active?
Fire ants typically forage when temperatures are between 65 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit. During the hot, dry summer months, fire ants go deep below ground during the daytime, so insecticide treatments are more effective when applied in late afternoon or early evenings.
What is the fastest way to get rid of fire ants?
The most effective way to kill fire ants is to use the two-step method: baiting and mound drench. The first step involves using bait to kill the queen and other worker ants deep in the colony. The second step is to use insecticide for targeted treatments on the mounds.
Does TruGreen get rid of fire ants?
To protect your family and your lawn, TruGreen offers two methods for controlling a fire ant infestation. By treating both your entire lawn and targeting specific mounds with a safe granular product, TruGreen fire ant control services will protect against future infestation for up to a year.