Merit 0.5 G Granular Insecticide for Grub Control

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Active Ingredient	Imidacloprid 0.5%
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.

Tips for Use

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.

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113 Customer Reviews

Top Reviews

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.…
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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.

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 G…
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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.

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 prof…
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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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170 Questions & Answers

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I need a spreader setting to apply Bayer Merit 0.5G with a Scotts Proturf Builder Edge Guard DLX

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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. You can calibrate 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. You may also contact Scott's directly for help with calibration and recommended settings for your specific application.

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The Merit 0.5 label doesn't list settings for Scotts Edgeguard spreader. What setting should I use for 60lbs/A

I'm using a Scott's ProEdgeguard broadcast spreader (setting dial 2-15). Product is Merit 0.5 granules.

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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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What is the Speedygreen 3000 calibration for Merit granules?

anyone use this Scotts spreader and know the appropriate setting by chance?

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We do not know the settin of that spreader for application Merit granules. 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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What setting do I use on a Scotts

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Unfortunately we do not have the spreader settings for that specific combo and the manufacturer does not list that spreader on their bag. Due to the thousands of granules on the market and just as many different types of spreaders, you will want to calibrate your spreader to the product you are using and its application rates.

Please take a moment to view our How to Calibrate your Spreader Video for more information.

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Is there any way short of calibrating manually to determine the setting needed to apply Merit Granules?

I have a Scott's Speedy Green 2000 spreader., Also what granules would you recommend for prevention of fleas, ticks, and roaches?

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Merit Granules are a great choice for grubs, just be sure you are applying before egg hatch so that the active ingredient has time to work systemically. There are some spreaders listed on the product label, however yours is not one of them. We usually recommend starting around one setting below the middle setting and then adjusting as needed.

For your more general pest prevention, Talstar Xtra Granules would be a great choice.

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what are the watering instructions/precautions for desert saguaros, agaves etc??

Seems to me that it should be a year round program in AZ. Neighbors do not generally treat their entire yards...only around the prime target plants for the grubs.

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Grubs are not normally treated for year round as they go through certain life cycles where they are emerging and then burrowing in the soil deep below the surface and then back around again. The products for grub control are designed to be absorbed into the plant material that the grubs are feeding on so that when they eat the roots they ingest it and die from it. However, grubs do not feed all the time so if you are putting down an application when they are going further into the soil or getting ready to, your application will be wasted as they are no longer feeding for the year at that point. Also, merit should not harm or affect watering of desert sauaros or agave plants.
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Scott's Turf Builder EdgeGuard DLX Broadcast spreader setting using Merit 0.5 G

Merit works great. I've noticed several people have asked what setting for the Scott Edguard Broadcast spreader and are advised to contact Bayer. I have contacted Bayer today and they confirmed setting #3 for 1.4 lbs for 1,000 sq/ft. Would be helpful to others if you would post this in the Q&A.

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Thank you for that feedback!

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Other types of spreaders

I have a Scotts Speedy Green spreader. Even though it's actually not shown on the label, what if I used it for this product?

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It would be perfectly fine for you to use your Scott's Speedy Green Spreader even though it is not specifically listed on the Merit Granules product label. However, you will need to contact Scott's directly for help with calibration and recommended settings for your specific application.
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Can I put this down and plug it with St. Augustine grass plugs right after?

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Merit 0.5 G Insecticide Granules would not interfere with seeding or cause any issues for the seed.

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Can I use Merit 0.5 Insecticide Granules around fruit trees without it absorbing into the roots and getting to the fruit?

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No, Merit 0.5 G Insecticide Granules should not be used in areas of the yard where fruit trees are present. Bayer Advanced Fruit, Citrus and Vegetable Insect Control can be used around listed fruit trees on the label.

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