Cy-Kick CS Insecticide - Questions & Answers

Neither Imidacloprid or Fipronil would be good products for scorpions.  Imidacloprid and fipronil based products are really intended for social insects like ants and termites, and since they do not have much of a knockdown at all, they are not recommended for scorpion control.  They would not have the power to kill a scorpion with their residual control.  Our most popular product for scorpions is Cy-Kick CS, which is microencapsulated so it has a long residual, but also packs a punch.  There are many good reviews on the Cy-Kick page about how it works on scorpions.  We would recommend trying this product instead of an imidacloprid or fipronil product.

You will want to use a systemic insecticide such as Dominion 2L to control the whitefly. Most people use a 5 gallon bucket or a large watering can to apply Dominion as a soil drench. You will need 0.1 to 0.2 fl. oz. (3 to 6 mL) of Dominion per foot of shrub height or 0.1 to 0.2 fl oz per inch of trunk diameter for trees. The amount of water that is used will vary depending on soil conditions and volumes that are easy for applicators to use. The minimum amount of water that should be used is 1 pint per foot of shrub height (or inch of trunk diameter for trees) but you may use 1 quart -1 gallon of water per foot of height (or inch of trunk diameter for trees) as well. Denser soils such as clay do not accept water as readily, so the lower volume of water is suggested.  Since sandy soils can accept more water, using the higher volume of water is preferred. After the soil drench has been applied you should water it in with at east 1/2 inch of water. Note: Water simply acts as a carrier and it is important that even distribution of the product is achieved. Thus, more water may be used if the applicator feels runoff will not occur and proper penetration of the root zone is achieved. Insecticides applied to the soil are taken up by the roots and translocated throughout the tree or shrub. Root/soil drenches offer the advantage of requiring no special equipment to apply (other than a bucket or watering can). However, surface layers of organic matter, such as mulch or leaf litter, can bind the insecticide and reduce uptake. Before applying drenches, it is important to remove or pull back any mulch or dead leaves so the insecticide solution is poured directly on the mineral soil. It is also important to keep the soil around the tree or shrub moist for the next 7-10 days after applications to encourage uptake. We also recommend using a product with an active ingredient that is different than the soil drench for a foliage application while you are waiting for the Dominion to translocate through the palm. Talstar P is the most popular choice for foliage application on palms for white fly.

There are several products that would do an awesome job controlling scorpions. Cy-Kick CS is a favorite among professional pest control operators. Cy-Kick CS is a micro-encapsulated product. This means that the particles of the active ingredient are contained in tiny mico-capsules, the insect walks onto the treated surface and picks up the capsules on their bodies and then the micro capsules slowly dry out and crack and the active ingredient oozes out on the insect. These micro capsules make the Cy-Kick last for up to 90 days and also make it safer to use around pets and children. Be sure to spray in the areas where scorpions actually harbor, rock beds, garden areas, bricks walls, under landscaping timbers and also spray around the perimeter of your home.

The amount of time it takes to get rid of scorpions will depend on how severe the problem is. Once they walk though the area, it could take a few days or weeks. There isn't a general time frame.

Getting rid of scorpions requires a combination of both chemical and non-chemical measures. Think of non-chemical measures (such as vacuuming, sanitation, harborage removal, and exclusion) as limiting or removing conditions that contribute to the infestation. These measures are largely preventative but scorpion control cannot be achieved without them. The next step is to come in with the real ammunition, chemical pesticides, that do the job of physically wiping out an infestation. Cy-Kick CS is one of the most popular scorpion control products on the market. Cy-Kick CS insecticide concentrate is mixed with water and sprayed around the outside perimeter of the home for excellent scorpion control. Cy-Kick CS can also be sprayed indoors in select areas (keep indoor spraying to a minimum such as corners, under appliances, behind toilets, under sinks, cracks and crevices, along walls and corners in garages, basements, etc.) Use glue boards in areas of suspected activity to help monitor your progress.

Any type of a pump sprayer will work with Cy kick. Just be sure to clean the sprayer out after every use. You do not want to use the same sprayer for insecticides and herbicides. 

Cy-Kick CS is not labeled to kill mold mites. Mold mites only develop where there is moisture or high humidity.  The first step should be to eliminate humidity or moisture that is producing favorable conditions for molds and mites. 

The term mold mites commonly includes the cheese mite, flour mite, and grain mite which can infest stored food and grain. It is important to be absolutely sure you are actually dealing with mites and the type of mite. Have the suspected mite identified by a reputable source, such as your local cooperative extension office or a reputable pest control operator.  

Onslaught is labeled for "mites" in general but different pests will require different treatments. 

Cy-Kick CS is labeled for roaches and mosquitoes as well as many other insects for both indoor and outdoor applications. To eliminate an active roach infestation, you will need to use a roach bait gel and insect growth regulator along with the residual insecticide. We include all 3 recommended products in our Roach Control Kits. Proper cleaning and santitation practices along with repeat treatments are required every 14 days to eliminate roaches. View our Roach Treatment Guide for more information on a successful treatment.

For Mosquitoes, CyKick CS can be used for monthly foliar spray applications to bushes, trees, shrubs and shaded/cool areas of the yard and sides of the home. For additional treatment options, we would recommend adding an insect growth regulator like NyGuard IGR to the tank mix. View our Mosquito Treatment Guide for more information.

View the full CyKick CS product label for rates and instructions. 

Very hot temperatures and a lot of direct sunlight will reduce the efficacy of insecticides which is why manufacturers give varying times of efficacy such as "will work for 4-12 weeks outdoors". During ideal conditions you can expect the Cy-Kick CS to last for 12 weeks, during very hot temps and lots of UV rays you can expect the product to last for about 4 weeks.

Cy-Kick CS can be applied through a hose end applicator. You would dilute .5 - 1 oz Cykick per gallon of water.

Cy-Kick CS is a fantastic product for outdoors and indoors. Cykick Cs is microencapsulated so it provides for a longer residual and better weather tolerance.