Michael from Pensacola, Florida writes
Live in Northwest Florida near the panhandle and have a St. Augustine lawn.
Bifen XTS can be applied every 2 weeks for chinch bugs at the rate of 0.07-0.15 fl. oz using sufficient volume of water that evenly and thoroughly covers 1000 sq ft. The addition of a nonionic surfactant to maximize efficacy against sub-surface pests. This will help ensure the spray penetrates soil down through the thatch. Water treated areas with 0.25 to 0.5 inches of water immediately following application, taking special care to prevent run-off or puddling.
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Answer last updated on: 08/23/2026