Hi-Yield 38-Plus Insect Control 38% Permethrin - Questions & Answers

Hi-Yield 38-Plus Insect Control 38% Permethrin is mixed at 1/8 – ¼ tsp (1-2 ml) per gallon of water for mosquitoes.

Yes, Hi-Yield 38-Plus Insect Control - 38% Permethrin is labeled for millipedes. For lawns, you will apply 0.4 - 0.8 oz. per 4 gallons of water per 1,000 sq. ft. 

Hi-Yield 38-Plus Insect Control can only be used outdoors. Pets should be kept off of the treated areas until they are completely dry, usually 30-60 minutes.

You should use 1.6 ounces (or 3 1/4 tablespoons) per gallon of water.  Direct the spray directly into any existing carpenter bee holes, and then apply to all surfaces, trim, fascia boards, etc. where carpenter bee activity exists.

Hi-Yield 38-Plus Insect Control 38% Permethrin is applied at the rate of 1.6 fl oz per gallon of water for outdoor pest applications as directed on the label.  It states the following also, "Borers and Bark Beetles: To prevent infestation of Ornamental Trees and Woody Shrubs, spray the bark to the point of saturation, but do not let runoff occur. Repeat treatment every 21 days during early Spring until Mid-Summer."

Hi-Yield 38-Plus Insect Control - 38% Permethrin would be mixed at 0.04 to 0.08 fl. oz per gallon of water per the product label.  Each gallon will cover approx 1000 sqft.  Timing is key, per the label to control Webbing Coneworm make first application just prior to peak pollen flight. To control other Coneworms and Seed Bugs, make application 30 days prior to flower closure.

Per the product label: Mix 1.6 fluid ozs. (3 1/4 Tablespoons) of Hi-Yield 38-Plus Insect Control - 38% Permethrin per 1 gallon of spray solution to make a 0.5% spray emulsion. {1 fluid oz. = 2 Tablespoons (T) = 6 teaspoons (tsp.)}. For large Ant mounds, such as Fire Ant mounds, apply 1-2 gallons of a 0.5% emulsion to each mound area including a 4-foot diameter circle around the mound. Apply to smaller mounds until the mound is completely saturated. Use higher water volume for mounds larger than 12”. For best results treat in early morning or late evening hours, but not in the heat of the day

For broadcasting: Prepare an emulsion by mixing 0.4 to 0.8 fluid ozs. (2 1/2 to 5 teaspoons) of this product in sufficient volume of water to cover 1,000 sq. ft. (approximately 4 to 25 gallons of water). {1 fluid oz. = 2 Tablespoons (T) = 6 teaspoons (tsp.).

While you could use the Hi Yield 38 Plus for scorpion control, a better option would be something that sits on the surface better and lasts longer. Cy Kick CS and Onslaught FastCap Spider and Scorpion spray are the two best options for scorpion control. Both products are easy to mix with water and spray around the home. Not only will they kill scorpions, but will also kill all the other insects present around your home that they are feeding on. Since scorpions have thicker skin, you will need to spray a wider barrier around your home. Spray 2-3 feet up on the side and a minimum of 6 feet out on the ground. Make sure to also spray other entry points of the home like where wires/pipes enter the house, window frames and door frames.

When using Hi-Yield 38-Plus Insect Control 38% Permethrin  for boring beetles the mix rate should be 1.6 fluid ozs. (3 1/4 Tablespoons) per gallon of water. Also, you would want to spray in the evening when the temperature isn't as high and sun isn't beating down on tree.

Per the product label on the Hi-Yield 38-Plus Insect Control - 38% Permethrin you mix 0.4 - 0.8 fl (2.5 - 5 tsps) of this product in suffienct volume of water to cover 1000 sq. ft (approximately 4 to 25 gallons of water). Spray evenly over the lawn when insects first appear. Repeat applications as necessary, but not more frequently than every 10-14 days. Do not apply more than 1.6 fl oz/1000 sq ft per year.