Yes, Bifen XTS can be applied directly to turf grass.
Bifen XTS is safe when used as directed on the product label and it should never contact animals. Pets and people should be out of the treated area until dry. Birds can be more sensitive to chemicals so if your parrot was sprayed we would recommend contacting your vet for the best advice on what to do and watch for.
Bifen XTS should be applied once every 4 weeks.
The mixing rate of Bifen XTS is 0.32-0.64 fl oz per gallon of water. We would recommend contacting Chapin directly for instructions on how to use the Chapin G362. Their phone number is 800-950-4458.
Bifen XTS is not a true repellent that keep gnats away, but it will kill those gnats that come into contact with a treated surface long enough to receive a lethal dose.
Bifen XTS is not selective when it comes to what insects it kills. If dragon flies land on a treated surface long enough to receive a lethal dose then they could be killed. It is labeled for beetles so will kill ladybugs.
Bifen XTS is not labeled for use on peach trees. You can use a product that contains permethrin but it must be labeled for use on non bearing edible vegetation such as Tengard SFR. Unfortunately once the beetles have already infested the bark of a peach tree there are not any viable treatment options. In cases of infestation the general recommendation is to simply protect the surrounding trees with preventative sprays with a product labeled for such a use.
The mixing rate of Bifen XTS for sod webworms is 0.07-0.15 fl oz per 1000 square feet. This generally mixes in 1-2 gallons of water. To ensure the best control for sod webworms, postpone watering or mowing for at least 24 hours after application. This can be done every 21 days as needed.
Bifen XTS is mixed at 0.03 to 0.13 fl oz per gallon of water for bag worms. You can apply once a month. Keep in mind that once the bagworms have formed their bag, there is little you can do for control other than to physically remove them. Applications should typically start in April and continue monthly through June. Be sure foliage is sprayed thoroughly to the point of runoff to achieve adequate coverage.
Bifen XTS is only labeled for indoor use in basements and crawl spaces for the treatment of subterranean termites. It is only labeled for outdoor use in the lawn for flea control. Please contact the manufacturer directly for information on the best way to remove it from the surfaces where it was applied indoors. You can reach Control Solutions at 281-892-2500.
Yes, Bifen XTS is labeled for millipedes.
Bifen XTS should not be applied within 25 ft from a lake/pond containing fish. It is extremely toxic to aquatic life. Do not apply when weather conditions favor drift from treated areas. Care should be used when spraying to avoid fish and reptile pets in/around ornamental ponds.
As long as the two products you plan to use do not have any restrictions on the label stating that you cannot use them within a certain time frame of another insecticide, you can certainly use both on the yard to target two different pests. Normally we would suggest using the systemic granules for grubs first since those will need to be watered in to be activated. And then several hours later once it has dried or the following day you could come back with the Bifen XTS or other spray product to control the surface insects.
You should not consume any edibles that were treated with Bifen XTS. The fruits should be discarded.
No, Bifen XTS should not be used on citrus trees or any other edible plants. You can browse our Edibles Insecticides here.
Bifen XTS can be sold to homeowners without a license for use on their own property as long as their state is not listed as "Not for sale to" on the product page.
Bifen XTS can be applied outdoors only. Bifen XTS is labeled for springtails and should do a great job for you outside. Bifen IT is labeled for interior crevice applications for springtails. Depending on how healthy the springtail is and how long it spends on a surface treated by the Bifen IT, will depend on how long it actually takes for each individual one to die. It could be hours or even a day. Also, if you are not treating the main nest, and only the satellite colony, you are only be temporarily fixing your problem. More will appear as they continue to migrate and you will need to fix the moisture issue in your home that is attracting the springtails as well. Until the moisture is gone or the main nest is found and eliminated, you will have an ongoing battle with the pest.
Bifen XTS is a good choice for either a broadcast application or for individual mound drenching for fire ants, depending on which method is the easiest for you. Be sure to follow the application instructions on the product label.
Bifen IT can be used inside and outside. Bifen XTS is oil based and can only be applied outdoors. Bifen IT can be used to kill clover mites and will leave a residual of up to 30 days outside. It will not repel them from the area but instead will continue to kill those that contact a treated surface after application. We have a guide here with more information on treating and preventing this pest. Pets need to be kept out of the area while products are being applied but can return once all surfaces are dry.
