Dominion 2L Termiticide - Questions & Answers

When using Dominion 2L as a soil drench to trees and shrubs it should last for a full 12 months, however if you have a heavy pest problem you can retreat the soil after 6 months. 

Yes, Dominion 2L Termiticide works just as well for grub control as using a granular product as long as the amount of the active ingredient, Imidacloprid is the same. What makes either a granular or liquid product successful is the amount of water that is used at application since water acts as the carrier. Please see our Pest Control Guide for Grub control for a step by step guide on how to do a full treatment and what the best products are. 

Subterranean termites and dry wood termites are two very different insects that require two very different treatments. We recommend that you get your termite infestation identified before you select a treatment method to be sure you are choosing the proper treatment method. Here two articles that can help you learn the differences between the two types of termites: Drywood Termites or Subterranean Termites. If you are still unsure after reading the articles you can always call in a professional company. Almost all termite companies will offer a free inspection and they will tell you what type of termites you are dealing with and how they recommend treating for the. At that point you can choose to hire them or do it your self. Termidor SC is the top termite product on the market. Termidor SC is completely undetectable by termites and once termites touch it they contact, ingest and spread the termiticide until it eliminates the entire colony. Termidor SC controls all types of termites including Subterranean, Formosan, and Drywood termites though the application method will be different for each type of termite. Bora-Care is the product we would recommend for treating the wood in the attic if you have drywood termites. We offer fast, free shipping. Please let us know if you need anything else. 866.581.7378

Each product is formulated differently and the actual application rates are different so the instructions on each product are specific for that specific product. Here are the measuring instructions that should be followed for Dominion 2L:

How to find the DBH or Diameter at Breast Height of a tree

 

1. To find the diameter of the tree, measure the circumference of the tree four feet from the ground.  Use your tape measure to get accurate measurements from the ground to the four-foot mark and around the tree. 

 

The circumference of my tree is _____________________

     (include units)   

 

2.  Calculate the diameter of your tree:

 

_________________ ÷  pi (3.14) = _____________________

    circumference                                  diameter (include units)

 

Note: For multi-stem trees, such as crape myrtle or birches, the rate should be determined on cumulative stem diameter for all stems in the clump.

When using Dominion 2L for a soil drench you typically start drenching about 12 inches from the base of the tree and out to the drip line.

Dominion 2L is NOT labeled to be applied indoors. It is used on the exterior of the structure only.

As long as the product was not allowed to freeze or over heat Dominion 2L will last for several years in its concentrated form. Dominion 2L should take care of any ant species that crosses over treated areas.

Dominion 2L should not be stored for more than 24 hours after it has been diluted.

You would mix 0.6 oz of Dominion 2L per gallon of water to spray for carpenter ants around the outside perimeter.

We contacted the manufacturer of the Dominion 2L to verifiy if our suspicions were correct. The Dominion would harm the bees if the Dominion were applied topically as a foliar spray and they came into direct contact with that surface. A systemic application of the Dominion would not harm the bees as it would only bee absorbed by the types of insects that actually feed on the tree down past a certain level of the trees outer layers. You would not need to transplant any of your plants or flowers as this would not affect the bees or the pollen the plants produce. Please let us know if you have any other questions.

Dominion 2L is labeled to use on trees to help protect against boring beetles. Treatments should begin in May or June and should be done every year to protect trees from the Emerald Ash Borers. 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 2L per inch of trunk diameter for trees. It is recommended that you use the higher rate for boring beetles. 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 inch of trunk diameter for trees but you may use 1 quart -1 gallon of water per inch of trunk diameter for trees. 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 trans-located 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 10-14 days after applications to encourage uptake.

We would recommend using Dominion 2L Termiticide Concentrate. This is labeled for use on trees, as well as around the perimeter of your home for ants. This is also labeled for other insects as well. Be sure to spray the area directly where the ants are. The mixing ratio is 0.6 fl. oz. per gallon of water.

Dominion will not cover spider mites no matter which way you use it. A better option would be a foliar spray with something like Talstar which is a general insecticide which works well on a variety of mites; or you could go with Avid which is purely a miticide which will cover spider mites and a large variety of other mites specifically. Make sure to follow the product labels and reapply as it state for heavy infestations. Please let us know if you have any other questions.

Dominion 2L is labeled to use on trees to help protect against boring beetles like Emerald Ash Beetles. Treatments should begin in May or June and should be done every year to protect trees from the Emerald Ash Borers. 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 2L per inch of trunk diameter for trees. It is recommended that you use the higher rate for boring beetles. 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 inch of trunk diameter for trees but you may use 1 quart -1 gallon of water per inch of trunk diameter for trees. 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 trans-located 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 10-14 days after applications to encourage uptake.

Dominion 2L is not labeled for use on edible plants and any food plants treated with the product should be discarded. There are other products that share the same active ingredient that are formulated for use on edibles such as Imidapro 4SC or Monterey Fruit Tree and Vegetable Systemic.

The Dominion 2L Termiticide Concentrate is labeled for ants and does indeed provide specific treatment instructions for ants. You can find this information on Page 8 of the product label under "PERIMETER PEST CONTROL". We recommend that you read the product label because it's the law to do so before use. You would mix 0.6 oz. per gallon of water and apply the Dominion 2L as a perimeter treatment, spraying 2 feet up the side of the structure and 2 feet out on the ground. Be sure to spray window frames, door frames, where pipes enter the structure, and any cracks and crevices. If you have any further questions please let us know. 

Dominion 2L should not be used on any citrus fruits such as lemon or lime. You can use Monterey Fruit Tree and Vegetable Systemic Soil Drench as a systemic treatment for lemon, lime, and other listed fruit trees.

If it was just a sprinkle, then no.  But if it rained enough to fill the trench and dilute the product quite a bit, then you probably should retreat, or at least add another couple gallons per 10 feet if the trench is open just to be safe.  Normally, the Dominion should be applied only when it is not going to rain for 24 hours.

I assume you are talking about drill holes in concrete for termite control.  These holes can be re-treated using Dominion 2L.  You should read our "How To Do A Termite Treatment" article which explains how to treat a home for termites including the drill holes.