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Merit 0.5 G Insecticide Granules is the longest lasting broad-spectrum grub control product on the market. Both curative and preventative, Merit Granules are effective on virtually every species of turf and ornamental pests. Merit even improves the quality of your turf. Merit 0.5 G is for broadcast application on and around turfgrass, ornamentals, trees, shrubs, flowers, groundcovers, and in and around commercial or residential buildings. Apply Merit 0.5 G uniformly over area being treated with normally used granular application equipment. Both drop-type and rotary-type spreaders may be used. Avoid using a spreader which would apply the product in narrow bands. For optimum control, product application should be followed by mechanical incorporation, irrigation, or rainfall, to help move the active ingredient into the soil.
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Bayer Environmental Science Professional is now Envu. Envu will continue to offer the same great insecticide, herbicide, and fungicide brands you depend on and trust – including Maxforce, Temprid FX, Suspend SC, Suspend Polyzone, Tempo SC Ultra, Celsius WG, Merit, and more. The packaging will slowly transition to Envu branding. |
Product Documents
| Active Ingredient | Imidacloprid 0.5% |
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| Target pests |
Turf pests: Billbug larvae; European crane flies; hairy Chinch Bugs; Mole Crickets; White Grubs, including black turfgrass Ataenius Beetles, European Chafers, Japanese Beetles, May and June Beetles, Northern Masked Chafers, Oriental Beetles, Southern Masked Chafers * See label for complete list |
| For use in |
Commercial & Residential Turfgrass and Landscape Ornamentals: Home Lawns, Business and Office areas, Multi-family Residential areas, Golf Courses, Airports, Cemeteries, Parks, Playgrounds and Athletic Fields MERIT 0.5G cannot be used on Commercial Sod Farms * See label for complete list |
| Application |
1.4 to 1.8 lbs. per 1000 sq ft. 60 to 80 lbs. per acre * See label for complete application instructions |
| Formulation |
Professional Product Group 4A Insecticide |
| NOT FOR SALE TO |
AK, CA, DC, MI AZ, CO, CT, MA, MD, ME, NJ, NV, NY, RI, VT (Restricted To Licensed Applicators Only) |
| Shipping Weight | 29.21 lbs |
| Manufacturer | Envu (Formerly Bayer) (Mfg. Number: 81001197) |
| EPA Registration | 101563-63 |
Merit 0.5 G Insectcide Granules are the longest lasting broad-spectrum grub control product on the market. Both curative and preventative, Merit Granules holds a ten-year record of 90% effectiveness on virtually every species of turf and ornamental pests. Merit even improves the quality of your turf. Merit 0.5 G is for broadcast application on and around turfgrass, ornamentals, trees, shrubs, flowers, groundcovers, and in and around commercial or residential buildings. Apply Merit 0.5 G uniformly over area being treated with normally used granular application equipment. Both drop-type and rotary-type spreaders may be used. Avoid using a spreader which would apply the product in narrow bands. For optimum control, product application should be followed by mechanical incorporation, irrigation, or rainfall, to help move the active ingredient into the soil.
MERIT is most effective when applied prior to, or just after, egg lay. In most cases, adult emergence occurs in early summer, often after significant rainfall or irrigation, followed by mating and egg laying. This usually continues for four to six weeks. Under normal circumstances, Merit will provide residual white grub control for four months or longer in turf.
Grub control that works
By Jim on 04/04/2011
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I have spent hundreds of dollars on different grub control products each year with the same result: grubs. Last year I discovered the 0.5 G Merit and thought that the extra strength might get it done. After years of frustration, this product worked as advertised.
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This stuff works
By Doug on 09/09/2012
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I've been fighting with white grubs destroying my marathon 2 lawn for several years and had tried several products before, but they barely slowed down the spread. After one application of the Merit Granules the spread of the dead areas has ceased and visible recovery has begun. If you have white grubs, this stuff works.
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best product ever
By David on 09/18/2010
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last year i awoke to find my yard over run by crows. During the day i would run outside and chase them away but they would return within the hour. The crows were destorying my lawn. So i called a professional lawn service and they promise to treat and end the problem. The day after the lawn was sprayed the crows continued tearing up my lawn. Even after a month later. At that point i searched the internet and found a product called" crowbegone". A cd with strange bird calls but after a month of use it to was a failure. The crows had won so i thought. Thats when i came across your wed site and purchase Merit G. In two words "It Works ". After chasing away the crows i applied Merit G and watered it in real good that evening. Within the first week i observed fewer crows on my lawn. By the second week the crows would land on the lawn and walk around looking for their grub meal but the kitchen was closed. After a month only one or two crows would check out the lawn and then walk away. Problem solved. Now my lawn is beautiful again. THANKS.
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83 of 90 people found this review helpful
White grubs and chinch bugs
By Clarence on 07/03/2011
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I have used this product now for several years and find that it is the only way to control my problem bugs. "Do My own Pest Control" has been a Godsend for me. Im able to afford to continue treating with Merit 0.5 granules and shipping was free. Im so happy I found "Do My own Pest Control". I plan on doing business with you for many years to come. Thanks Docmoss
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75 of 79 people found this review helpful
Recommended by MD Agriculture Exten
By Mark on 09/19/2007
Merit Granules was recommended by the Maryland Agriculture Extension. I have not tried it yet, but this recommendation speaks for itself.
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No, Merit cannot be used in a vegetable garden for grubs. We recommend contacting your local cooperative extension for advice. These centers have master gardeners that are familiar with regional pests and regional vegetation and can offer advice on safe products to use in your vegetable garden.
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Merit granular, Bayer or your suggestion? I am ready to attack!
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8000 sq ft yard, when will it be safe for my 2 small dogs to go back on the lawn after I treat it?
I'm using a Scott's ProEdgeguard broadcast spreader (setting dial 2-15). Product is Merit 0.5 granules.
We do not know the setting for that spreader and we are not sure exactly what to set it on. However, almost all fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, etc have treatments in amounts of so much product per 1000 square feet. So if you can figure out what your walking speed is then you know anytime you apply any product that calls for so much of it per 1000 square feet, you always set your spreader on this setting. You can calibrate this by marking off a 1000 square foot (10 x 100) area and placing 1.4 pounds of any type of product of similar granule size, or of the merit itself in the spreader. Start with a low setting and start walking your marked off area at a normal pace. You can adjust as you go and find the basic setting for you to apply the product over a 1000 square feet. The 60 pounds per acre equates to 1.4 pounds per 1000 square feet. Or, you can call Bayer, the manufacturer, and they may be able to tell you what setting you should have it on. You can reach them at (800) 331-2867.
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Bayer sells a product, "12 Month Tree and Shrub Protect and Feed" which contains 1.1% Imidacloprid plus some fertilizer. Can I substitute Merit granules or ImiGold for the same systemic tree treatment if I adjust the dose to account for the lower percentage of Imidacloprid?
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I live in the sierras and Merit granules were suggested by my arborist to protect our pines and alders from beetle infestation. I was told to apply it around the base of each tree, but I'm unclear on how to measure the tree to determine how much I need.
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I have brand new sod, and a new pool that now has thousands of springtails in it!! I have never noticed them here before, but I now have a serious infestation. I use dishwashing liquid to the springtails in the pool but news ones are back in a couple of hours. I have just treated with Merit. Do I need to add anything else?
How many years does Merit last in the bag ? If it kills all the grubs in the first year, how many years do I have to use up the rest of the bag as a preventive measure before it goes bad. Do you ship to Ontario, Canada ? Thanks
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is Merit Granules safe to use on a lawn where we have wild life, like many varieties of birds, also rabbits. We also have cats. I will not use any product that threatens to kill or cause wildlife or any animals to suffer in any way. Our grub situation appears to be quite serious suddenly. We are in KS, it has been warm & I think they are hatching or whatever they do. We have about 2 acres. Thank you.
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when you apply the Merit granules for example in late June, does the chemical stay in the soil such that if you plant grass seed a couple months later in Sept, will the new grass have the systemic protection as well? or would the new grass be unprotected?
Merit 0.5 G Insecticide Granules
Rating: 4.7 (113 Reviews / 170 Q&A)
