Bifen L/P Insecticide Granules - Questions & Answers

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  • Asked by Greg from Austin, Tx
    04/28/2018
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    What setting should I use for the Earthway 2750 hand spreader to apply Bifen Granules?
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    We don't have the exact spreader setting to apply Bifen Granules with your model spreader. The easiest way to determine the correct setting for your needs is outlined below:

    Ex: If you need to use 3 lbs of product per 1,000 sq ft you would add 3 lb of product to spreader, start with a medium setting, then apply product to a 20 x 50 ft area (1,000 sq ft).  If you have product left, your setting is too low.  If you run out of product, your setting is too high

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  • Asked by Linda from Whispering Pines, Nc
    08/07/2018
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    How often should I treat yard for fleas with Bifen L/P?
    Bought this product from you and treated 2 times 14 days apart. Worked great. Fleas are coming from neighbors infested yard so will they avoid our treated yard or should we continue to use to avoid having them again?
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    Because granules can last longer than a liquid residual, we don't recommend reapplying Bifen L/P Insecticide Granules sooner than 30 days.Granules wouldn't be the best option because the granules will usually sink below the thatch layer. When treating for fleas, it's better to use a liquid insecticide, you can use Bifen IT. With Bifen IT, when treating for active fleas, you can re-treat every 14 days. A liquid insecticide is better because the residual will be in the soil, thatch and grass blades as well, offering a better residual. Once you have it under control, you can continue to treat every 30 days, especially if those around you are not doing anything to control the flea activity. Take a look at our Flea Prevention Guide, Step 3, for more tips for Outdoor Yard Flea Prevention.

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  • Asked by Zach from Foley, Al
    07/25/2017
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    Is granular Bifen safe to use around Pecan Trees?
    I have two Pecan trees in my back yard. I would like to use the granular Bifen to take care of some insects. I do plan on eating the pecans in the fall. Will the tree uptake enough Bifen to be harmful and if so what would be your recommendation.
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    Bifen Granules is not a systemic so will not be absorbed but is also not labeled to be used around edibles. Applications should be kept outside the dripline of the Pecan trees. 

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  • Asked by Harlan from Phoenix, Az
    11/11/2015
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    Can I use Bifen L/P Granules on the the perimeter gravel around my house?
    I'm an overkill kind of guy. I use Cy-kick as a perimeter defense, but was wondering if I can use this in the rest of my gravel yard (2 inch depth of gravel on top of Arizona dirt) to further discourage crawling things? If so, do I just leave it on or water it in? Knowing what I want to accomplish, is there a better solution?
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    Yes, you can absolutely use the Bifen LP Granules on your rock landscaping for further control. Water it in with roughly 1/2 rainfall equivalent and it will slowly break down over about 2 months or so to give continuous insect control. Many customers do the same thing you are with spraying around the foundation as it gives you the ability to get vertical surface treatment and any bushes that may be around as well as long term protection further out with the granules. 

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  • Asked by Aaron
    05/06/2018
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    Are the granules too fine for a lawn spreader?
    I have a larger 50lb walk-behind broadcast spreader (Earthway 2150). Are the granules too fine for this spreader?
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    We don't have the exact spreader setting to apply Bifen Granules with your model spreader. The easiest way to determine the correct setting for your needs is outlined below:

    Ex: If you need to use 3 lbs of product per 1,000 sq ft you would add 3 lb of product to spreader, start with a medium setting, then apply product to a 20 x 50 ft area (1,000 sq ft).  If you have product left, your setting is too low.  If you run out of product, your setting is too high

     

     

     

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  • Asked by Wilson from Wilmington
    04/15/2017
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    Can you use Bifen Granules on new sod?
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    Bifen Granlues will not have any effect on the rooting or health of your sod andmay be applied either prior to or following the laying of sod. We would recommend that you read over the product label for complete use instructions for your target pest.

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  • Asked by Suzanne from Manchester, Nh
    05/18/2016
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    How effective are Bifen Granules with ticks?
    I live in NH and tick population and lyme disease is significant.
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    Bifen Granules are an excellent option for ticks in your lawn. You will broadcast them across the lawn and water the product in once it has been applied. This will last approximately 2-3 months in the soil. 

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  • Asked by Dan from St George
    01/15/2016
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    Do Bifen Granules kill American/Oriental roaches?
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    We are not sure why Bifen Granules does not have roaches on the label, but it is the same product as Talstar PL Granules, and roaches are listed on the Talstar granule product label. Please take a few moments to review our treatment article on How to Get Rid of Roaches for a successful roach control program. We do carry Roach Control Kits.

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  • Asked by Heidi from Ewing
    06/21/2019
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    What insects does Bifen L/P control?
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    Bifen L/P Insecticide Granules are labeled for many insects such as mole crickets, ants/fire ants, chinch bugs, ticks, cutworms, armyworms, sod webworms, centipedes, millipedes, billbugs, pillbugs, sowbugs, etc.  Please see the label for a complete list.

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  • Asked by Joel from Howland, Me
    05/22/2018
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    Is Bifen harmful to bees?
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    Bifen Granules should not affect the bees as long as they do not land on the soil/areas treated with it.  Though it is a non-selective insecticide which means that any insect that is contacted with the insecticide will be killed. You can help limit this effect by only applying the product when bees are not currently visiting the area that needs to be treated.

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  • Asked by Gloria from Snellville
    07/13/2018
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    Does the ground have to be dry before applying Bifen L/P Insecticide Granules?
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    Yes, it is recommended to apply Bifen L/P Insecticide Granules when the ground is dry and be watered in after the application. 

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  • Asked by Felecia from Charlotte, Nc
    07/19/2017
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    Can Bifen Granules be diluted with water?
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    Bifen Granules must be applied dry to turf with a spreader and then must be watered in with 0.5 -1 inch of water. 

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  • Asked by Deanna
    03/09/2019
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    Will Bifen L/P Insecticide Granules kill fire ants?
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    Yes, Bifen L/P Insecticide Granules is labeled to control fire ants. According to the product label, the best control will be achieved by using broadcast treatments in combination with mound drenches. It is critical to water before treatments if the soil is dry. Apply up to 0.4 lb AI/A when making broadcast applications. When treating mounds apply ½ a cup of granules per mound and drench the mound with 1-2 gallons of water. A four-foot diameter around the mound should also be treated. 

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  • Asked by Julio from San Juan
    09/15/2019
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    Do Bifen L/P Insecticide Granules treat pests underneath the soil?
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    Bifen L/P Insecticide Granules are broadcast with a spreader and watered in for treatment of many turf and ornamental pests.  When watered in correctly according to the product label instructions it will treat pests that feed at the base near the thatch.

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  • Asked by Martin from Jacksonville, Fl
    07/06/2015
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    I am currently treating for roaches. Do I need additional products besides Bifen Granules?
    I am currently treating inside my home with fumigation. Bifen Granules are being used around the perimeter of my home, but we still have lot of roaches inside the home, even after I have fumigated. Do I need to open every electrical outlet and put powder pesticide inside?
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    We recommend to continue using the Bifen L/P Granules for outdoors to protect your lawn from a broad range of insects. We do recommend treating in your wall voids and behind your outlets with an insecticide dust that will leave a long residual such as Delta Dust. It is water resistant and will last up to 7 months. To do a complete treatment we recommend our Roach Control Kit Rotation A. This kit comes with several products that should be used together to eliminate roach infestations.

    If you have any other question in regards to roach control, please review Cockroach Treatment Guide 

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  • Asked by Ram from Manvel, Tx
    09/05/2011
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    Can Bifen control Ghost Ants in my yard and vegetation area?
    I have Ghost ants problem in my yard and they enter the house through weep holes. Can Bifen L/P eliminate these ants from my vegetation and stop entering the house? Can I use a hand spreader? What product can I spray on vegetation plants so that ghost ants/Sugar ants do not walk on these plants? Thanks
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    Bifen cannot be applied to a garden area under any circumstances.  It is a great product to apply in the yard and can be applied using any hand or push spreader, but it would have to be applied more than 10 feet away from any garden area.  For keeping ants out of a garden area, the only product labeled for this use would be a garden specific product such as our Fertilome Liquid Garden Spray which would help deter the ants from walking on your plants.
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  • Asked by Chris from Atlanta, Ga
    05/15/2014
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    I have a dog, I was told to spray water after application in my yard, the bag said not to? What should I do?
    My local do it yourself pest control said to add water to kill adult fleas, but the bag said no? What should I do, I don't want to hurt my dog.
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    Bifen Granules should be broadcast in the lawn and then watered in and dried before the dog returns to the treated areas. Once the area is completely dried it will be pet safe.
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  • Asked by Kelly from Bartelso, Il
    06/03/2018
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    Can the Bifen granules be sprinkled into my landscaping or will it kill my plants?
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    Bifen Granules will not harm ornamental flowers and plants in much beds. It should not be applied around edible plants.

     

     

     

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  • Asked by Brian from Kc, Mo
    07/21/2017
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    Can Bifen LP Granules be dissolved in a sprayer and applied in that fashion?
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    Bifen Granules should never be applied through any sprayer of any sort. This is a granule that should be applied with a spreader only and once applied to the yard watered in by sprinkler or irrigation or light rain to activate it. These are granules that are designed to break down slowly over time and last over a period of 2-3 months dependent on weather over that time frame. If you wish to spray an insecticde on your lawn you should use Bifen I/T which is a liquid concentrate product forumlated for that use. 

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  • Asked by Fred from Grayling, Mi
    06/20/2017
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    Can Bifen Granules be disolved in water for sprayers?
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    Bifen Granules should be broadcast in the lawn with a spreader and watered in after application. We do offer Bifen IT that is mixed at one ounce per gallon per 1,000 sq ft quarterly to interior crevices and monthly to the exterior listed areas.

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