It would be best to make the Demand CS application when temperatures are above freezing. This way, the residual does not break down as quickly as when temps are below freezing.
It is not usually required to use a surfactant with Demand CS.
Demand CS should be applied when there is no rain the forecast for 24 hours after application. The outdoor residual of the product is up to 30 days. Heavy or prolonged rains can diminish that residual slightly.
If back spray or drift for a Demand CS application were to get on any edibles, fruits or vegetables, they would need to be discarded and not consumed.
Demand CS is safe for animals if applied according to the instructions on the product label. Animals need to be kept out of the area while the product is being applied. They can return once the product has completely dried.
Yes, Demand CS is labeled for clover mites. You will use 6-12 mL per gallon of water. Please refer to the product label for complete application instructions.
Demand CS dries clear when used as directed and will not stain.
When using Demand CS it can take minutes to hours to kill stink bugs. The active ingredient needs time to work through the follicle of the insect to the central nervous system.
You should use within 24 hours of mixing for best results. Demand SC starts to break down pretty quickly once mixed with water.
Spring is the best time to treat to try and grasp better control of the moths. If temps are above 50 degrees now, you can try and use Dormant Oil. This will suffocate them once they come in contact with the solution. Malathion would be a great product to use in the Spring to treat the eggs.
Biting midges do generally not enter structures, but midges are small enough to get through 16 mesh screens. Getting mesh screens with a higher number can keep these and other very tiny insects out of your home. Our experts recommend using a pyrethrin spray such as 565 Plus or Microcare to get rid of the adult midges in or around your home.
Non-biting midges are attracted to lights, so it is recommended to draw your shades at night and wait as long as possible to turn on exterior lights to keep them away from your home. Using the FlyWeb Fly Light inside the home works great on flying insects inside the home.
A great prodcut to use indoors and outdoors on your home that is safe for pets and kids once it has dried it called Onslaught. Onslaught can be used as a broadcast over carpeted areas inside the home mixing at 1oz per gallon of water. Spraying a product such as Onslaught on window screens, doors, bushes, and plants around your home can act as midge repellant to keep midges away.