After using Malathion 57% you should triple rinse the sprayer before using another product in it and before storing. Another option is to use a sprayer cleaner to remove any residual that could be left behind.
How long it takes for Malathion 57% to affect an insect depends on the type of insect, age and health of the insect, if they were sprayed directly, or how long/how soon after application they contacted the treated surface. It can take up to a few hours or more for insects to die from contact.
Malathion 57% should be sprayed using a hand or backpack sprayer as it is not labeled for thermal fogging applications.
Yes, Malathion 57% is pet safe if used as directed. Pets need to be kept off the lawn while the product is being applied, but it is fine for them to return to the area once everything is dry.
The Malathion 57% label does not state that a surfactant should be used.
The amount of time it takes for Malathion 57% to kill a caterpillar will vary based off several factors like the health of the caterpillar, how much of the product the caterpillar picked up on them, etc. It could be within the first hour, or it could be a day.
The Malathion 57% product label states there is a 5 day harvest interval for sweet corn.
The pre-harvest interval (PHI) when using Malathion 57% can vary from 0-7 days, depending on what vegetable you treating. Please refer to the product label for information on the specific vegetables you are treating.
Malathion 57% is labeled for treating spider mites and is safe if used as directed on tomatoes and watermelons.
Overmixing Malathion 57% can cause burning/injury to your trees. You should only apply as directed on the label.
Malathion 57% is not labeled for mosquitoes nor for use on pastures. The only insecticide we carry that could be used would be the Essentria All Purpose. To control adult mosquitoes and other biting flies using ground application, dilute 1 to 3 fluid ounces of Essentria All Purpose Insect Concentrate per gallon of water
The pre-harvest interval (PHI) can vary from 0-7 days when using Malathion 57%, depending on what vegetable you are treating. Please refer to the product label for information on the specific vegetables you are treating.
Malathion 57% is an insecticide only and will not affect rats. You can find rat control products here.
Malathion 57% can be applied the day after rain as long as the trees are not dripping wet but is not labeled for mosquitoes.
No, Malathion 57% is not labelled for pill bugs. Bifen IT is labelled for over 75 insects including pillbugs and safe for plants and flowers. Apply at a mix rate of 0.25 to 0.50 fl oz per gallon of water. Review the product label for more information.
Malathion 57% is not labelled for bagworms. We would suggest using Talstar P or Bifen IT to treat for bagworms. You will mix at 0.5 fl oz to 1.0 fl oz per gallon of water and reapply every 30 days outdoors. If they have already formed the bag, you will have to manually remove them and drop into a bucket of soapy water. You can read more on Bagworm Control here.
is not labeled to control springtails. Please take a look at our guide on How to Get Rid of Springtails for information on how to eliminate the pests.
Yes, Malathion 57% can be used on palm trees.
Malathion 57% is not labeled to be used over entire yard. If you provide more information about the treatment needed we can recommend a product for you.
Malathion 57% is labeled for Japanese Beetles and should do a great job for you when used as directed on the product label. Malathion 57% is typically meant for treating large areas or crop land. We would recommend Talstar P. It is a insecticide that is labeled for lawn and ornamentals and is safe for plants, bushes, shrubs and trees. Talstar will provide a 30 day residual on the plants that you spray and should provide relief against the Japanese beetles whereas the Malathion will only kill the ones that it makes contact with during application. Here is a great article on treating this pest for more information.
