Insecticides such as Temprid SC are not selective so they can kill just about any insect that contacts a treated surface. You should direct any application of pesticides to the stems and leaves of the plant and try not to get any on the actual flowering part where the bees or other beneficial insects pollinate.
The Archer IGR in the Outdoor Flea and Tick Kit mixes at 1 oz per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft. It will make 16 gallons of finished solution treating 16,000 sq ft.
The Outdoor Flea and Tick kit, will get the job done! The Outdoor Flea and Tick Kit contains professional products to help prevent and treat infestations of fleas and ticks outdoors. Please see our Flea Pest Guide and our Tick Pest Guide for more information about treating for these pests.
You may want to consider our Outdoor Flea and Tick Kit. The kit contains a liquid insecticide called Temprid SC and an insect growth regulator called Archer, which can be used for ants, spiders, and other pests in addition to fleas. All of the products in the kit are safe for pets if used as directed. If you are not already doing so, it would be a good idea to treat the dog and cat with pet flea control products as well.
We would recommend our Outdoor Flea and Tick Kit. The kit contains professional products to help treat and prevent fleas outdoors.
STEP 1 - NON-CHEMICAL CONTROL - Harborage Elimination, Removing Debris
Before you apply any insecticides, it is important to Inspect the treatment area to identify which pests are present and where you need to target your treatments. These areas may vary depending on whether you are treating for fleas or for ticks.
Wearing white socks with shoes while walking around moist, shady areas will help to find fleas. To locate ticks, drag a white towel attached to a dowel or rod across the suspected areas to pick up insects.
*For both fleas and ticks, start with areas where pets and where wild animals may frequent, particularly shady areas where they like to find rest.
*Remove yard debris such as leaves and grass clippings so that your application will reach the ground instead of just the things on top of it.
*Be sure to check under porches or decks, around outbuildings like sheds, and along fence lines.
*Mowing and trimming overgrown shrubs or trees will help to eliminate areas where fleas and ticks like to breed.
*Avoid over-watering lawns: fleas will thrive in moist areas.
STEP 2 - SPRAY - Temprid SC and Archer IGR
Both the Temprid SC and the Archer IGR are water-based concentrates that you should dilute with water only. Wear gloves when mixing and handling pesticides, such as Nitrile Chemical Resistant Gloves.
*To mix the Temprid SC, shake the container well before diluting. You will use 8-16 mL of Temprid SC per gallon of water, or per 1,000 sq. ft. if a higher volume of water is needed for adequate coverage.
*Use the lower rate for prevention or for low-level infestations. Use the higher rate for heavy infestations.
*Fill sprayer tank 1/3 - 1/2 with clean, temperate water.
*Add desired amount of Temprid SC, then close lid and agitate the sprayer to begin mixing.
*Add the desired amount of Archer IGR to the tank. Use 1 oz. of Archer IGR concentrate per gallon of water or per 1,500 square feet of area.
*To measure the Archer IGR, first shake the bottle well. Then squeeze the bottle to fill the small reservoir with the desire amount of concentrate. Unscrew only the cap on the small reservoir side to pour out the pre-measured concentrate.
*Shake, agitate, or stir tank mixture again, then add the remaining volume of water. Agitate tank mixture again before application, or if spraying is interrupted.
*For tick treatments, treat the entire outdoor lawn and ornamentals where ticks have been found. For ornamental plants, try to treat the entire plants, including the undersides of the leaves. You may want to use a higher volume of water to get more thorough coverage.
*Also treat around rock or brick retaining walls, along pathways, on and around piles of yard debris or other dense foliage, and anywhere pets or wild animals may spend time.
*For flea treatments, concentrate your spraying on areas where animals spend the most time and where dense vegetation is found, such as under decks, in shady areas such as under trees, and where yard debris may build up.
*Fleas cannot develop on hard surfaces such as driveways or in open, sunny areas, so you do not need to treat these areas for fleas.
*You may also apply the Temprid/Archer solution as a perimeter treatment around the foundation of the structure, creating a band 2-3 feet up onto the structure and 2-3 feet out onto the surrounding yard.
*Keep pets and children out of the treatment area until the application has dried, usually about an hour.
*Try to mix only enough solution to use at the time of application. Diluted concentrates will break down and may damage spray equipment. Always rinse spray equipment and allow to dry thoroughly after use.
*Store concentrates in temperate areas out of direct sunlight and out of reach of children and pets.
STEP 3 - REPEAT!
*Most of your tick control will come from the initial application, but it may take several treatments to fully eradicate a tick or flea population.
*For heavy infestations of ticks and for all flea applications, repeat STEP 2 after 14 days to catch new adults that have emerged or insects that animals have carried into the treatment area.
*For most tick treatments and for prevention, reapply Temprid SC and Archer IGR at 30 day intervals.
*Consider mowing 24 hours after applying sprays to stimulate flea pupae so they will be exposed to the pesticides.
*Both Temprid SC and Archer IGR will aid in the prevention and control of many common pests, such as ants and cockroaches. See the Temprid SC label and Archer IGR label for complete additional instructions.
STEP 1 - NON-CHEMICAL CONTROL - Harborage Elimination, Removing Debris
Before you apply any insecticides, it is important to Inspect the treatment area to identify which pests are present and where you need to target your treatments. These areas may vary depending on whether you are treating for fleas or for ticks.
Wearing white socks with shoes while walking around moist, shady areas will help to find fleas. To locate ticks, drag a white towel attached to a dowel or rod across the suspected areas to pick up insects.
*For both fleas and ticks, start with areas where pets and where wild animals may frequent, particularly shady areas where they like to find rest.
*Remove yard debris such as leaves and grass clippings so that your application will reach the ground instead of just the things on top of it.
*Be sure to check under porches or decks, around outbuildings like sheds, and along fence lines.
*Mowing and trimming overgrown shrubs or trees will help to eliminate areas where fleas and ticks like to breed.
*Avoid over-watering lawns: fleas will thrive in moist areas.
STEP 2 - SPRAY - Temprid SC and Archer IGR
Both the Temprid SC and the Archer IGR are water-based concentrates that you should dilute with water only. Wear gloves when mixing and handling pesticides, such as Nitrile Chemical Resistant Gloves.
*To mix the Temprid SC, shake the container well before diluting. You will use 8-16 mL of Temprid SC per gallon of water, or per 1,000 sq. ft. if a higher volume of water is needed for adequate coverage.
*Use the lower rate for prevention or for low-level infestations. Use the higher rate for heavy infestations.
*Fill sprayer tank 1/3 - 1/2 with clean, temperate water.
*Add desired amount of Temprid SC, then close lid and agitate the sprayer to begin mixing.
*Add the desired amount of Archer IGR to the tank. Use 1 oz. of Archer IGR concentrate per gallon of water or per 1,500 square feet of area.
*To measure the Archer IGR, first shake the bottle well. Then squeeze the bottle to fill the small reservoir with the desire amount of concentrate. Unscrew only the cap on the small reservoir side to pour out the pre-measured concentrate.
*Shake, agitate, or stir tank mixture again, then add the remaining volume of water. Agitate tank mixture again before application, or if spraying is interrupted.
*For tick treatments, treat the entire outdoor lawn and ornamentals where ticks have been found. For ornamental plants, try to treat the entire plants, including the undersides of the leaves. You may want to use a higher volume of water to get more thorough coverage.
*Also treat around rock or brick retaining walls, along pathways, on and around piles of yard debris or other dense foliage, and anywhere pets or wild animals may spend time.
*For flea treatments, concentrate your spraying on areas where animals spend the most time and where dense vegetation is found, such as under decks, in shady areas such as under trees, and where yard debris may build up.
*Fleas cannot develop on hard surfaces such as driveways or in open, sunny areas, so you do not need to treat these areas for fleas.
*You may also apply the Temprid/Archer solution as a perimeter treatment around the foundation of the structure, creating a band 2-3 feet up onto the structure and 2-3 feet out onto the surrounding yard.
*Keep pets and children out of the treatment area until the application has dried, usually about an hour.
*Try to mix only enough solution to use at the time of application. Diluted concentrates will break down and may damage spray equipment. Always rinse spray equipment and allow to dry thoroughly after use.
*Store concentrates in temperate areas out of direct sunlight and out of reach of children and pets.
STEP 3 - REPEAT!
*Most of your tick control will come from the initial application, but it may take several treatments to fully eradicate a tick or flea population.
*For heavy infestations of ticks and for all flea applications, repeat STEP 2 after 14 days to catch new adults that have emerged or insects that animals have carried into the treatment area.
*For most tick treatments and for prevention, reapply Temprid SC and Archer IGR at 30 day intervals.
*Consider mowing 24 hours after applying sprays to stimulate flea pupae so they will be exposed to the pesticides.
*Both Temprid SC and Archer IGR will aid in the prevention and control of many common pests, such as ants and cockroaches. See the Temprid SC label and Archer IGR label for complete additional instructions.
Our Outdoor Flea and Tick Kit has two products labeled to be used outdoors for fleas. You will mix the products together and spray them in the area. This treatment can be done every two weeks until you no longer see activity. You may also want to check for signs of rodents or other small animals that may be bringing the fleas into this area. See our Flea Pest Guide for more information about treating for fleas.
The Outdoor Flea and Tick Kit cannot be used in grazing areas/pastures. We recommend consulting with the Dept of Ag for recommendations on tick control in this area.
The Outdoor Flea and Tick Kit contains professional products to help prevent and treat infestations of fleas and ticks outdoors. Cyzmic CS is a versatile insecticide concentrate with two active ingredients, providing both a quick initial kill and long-term residual control of adult fleas and ticks. Archer Insect Growth Regulator prohibits the development of immature stages of fleas and ticks, effectively interrupting the breeding cycle of target insects. These concentrates can be diluted and applied together to save time and energy.
Taurus SC is designed for the prevention and treatment of termite infestations, and it can be applied either pre-construction or post-construction. Taurus SC is also labeled for the outdoor perimeter control of many common invaders, most effectively for ants. Because of its efficacy and longevity, termite treatments with Taurus SC may last up to 10 years, and outdoor perimeter treatments only need to be applied twice per year. Fipronil, the active ingredient in Taurus SC, is known to be the best product on the market for termite control. Be sure to read the product label to make sure you are doing the treatment correctly. Our instructions, How to do a Termite Treatment can also be very helpful for homeowners. Taurus SC may also be used in structural wall voids to treat active subterranean termite and ant infestations. Taurus SC is not for general indoor use.
Sevin Bug Killer Concentrate has been trusted for over 50 years to protect your fruits, vegetables and ornamental plants from over 100 different kinds of insects. From Japanese beetles to spiders and even earwigs, Sevin Bug Killer Liquid Concentrate does it all.
It is best to apply the products in the Outdoor Flea and Tick Kit at least 24 hours before you are expecting any rain.
No it is not necessary for you to add a surfactant to the Outdoor Flea and Tick Kit. To mix the Temprid SC, shake the container well before diluting. You will use 8-16 mL of Temprid SC, and 1 oz. of Archer concentrate per gallon of water or per 1,000 square feet of area.
Due to the two portions of chemical being mixed together not having the same dilution ratio, it would be hard to ensure equal parts were dispersed with a hose end applicator. The Archer is applied at 1oz per gallon of water and the Cyzmic is 0.4 oz per gallon so a tank sprayer is recommended for use with these products.
Yes, the Outdoor Flea & Tick Kit can be mixed with hot water, but the temperature of the water will not have any result on the effectiveness, so room temp or cold water is fine as well. The Cyzmic CS and Archer IGR are both labeled for mosquito control, so you can use it for that in your yard and other areas mosquitoes would breed and harbor.
Although both products in the Outdoor Flea and Tick Kit can be used indoors we don't recommend using this kit indoors for fleas and ticks. Cyzmic CS can only be used on baseboards, cracks and crevices when treating indoors so it wouldn't be beneficial for a flea and tick treatment.
Yes, the Outdoor Flea and Tick Kit can be used in barns, however when using in farm buildings do not spray directly onto livestock, their food, water, litter, feed bins or surfaces accessible to stock. They should be out of the area during treatment until dry, typically a few hours.
For most tick treatments and for prevention, reapply the products in the Outdoor Flea and Tick Kit at 30 day Intervals.
Due to the sensitivity of koi/goldfish, take precautions when applying the products in the Outdoor Flea and Tick Kit as the residual insecticide Temprid FX is highly toxic to fish.
We recommend staying atleast 15-20ft away from the ponds while spraying and if needed, cover or use a barrier to help avoid wind drift from contaminating the water.
The Outdoor Flea and Tick Kit will not harm chickens if used as directed. We would recommend removing the chickens out of the area while you are doing the treatment. Once the product has dried completely, it is safe for them to go back into the area after about 4-6 hours.
Yes, you are able to use both of these products to target ants in crawl space along the inside walls, please take a few moments to read our guide on how to get rid of ants.
We would recommend using the products in our Outdoor Flea and Tick Kit for outdoor tick control. Both the residual insecticide and IGR in the kit are concentrates that need to be diluted with water and applied with a pump sprayer, such as a hand pump sprayer or backpack sprayer. Please be sure to review the product labels for complete application instructions.
For tick treatments, treat the entire outdoor lawn and ornamentals where ticks have been found. For ornamental plants, try to treat the entire plants, including the undersides of the leaves. You may want to use a higher volume of water to get more thorough coverage. Treat around rock or brick retaining walls, along pathways, on and around piles of yard debris or other dense foliage, and anywhere pets or wild animals may spend time. Please be sure to keep people and pets out of the area while you make the application and until the treated area is completely dry. Once dry, then it is safe to resume normal activity. Also, please take a moment to review our How to Get Rid of Ticks Guide for more information and helpful tips on eradicating this pest.
