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Premise Granules is labeled for spot and perimeter band applications, and because it is non-repellent it works well with other termiticide treatments. Premise is a non-repellent termiticide, meaning that termites do not detect that Premise is present. Premise creates an undetectable Treated Zone around the home, where termites unknowingly eat treated cellulose or tunnel into treated soil. The exposed termites then remain unaffected for a few days, before sudden death occurs. In the meantime, the exposed termites are able to spread the Premise chemical to unexposed termites by physical contact when they feed or groom the other termites, resulting in a domino death effect which wipes out more of the colony. Imidacloprid, the active ingredient in Premise, is the most widely used insecticide in the world with a proven track record of success less than one percent retreat rate. Premise Granules are designed to kill termites present at time of application only but will not prevent future infestations, so you will need to follow up a treatment of Premise Granules with the longer-lasting Premise 2 spray or Termidor, which are for soil drenching and remain in the soil for several years.
Also see: How to do a termite treatment
Product Documents
| Active Ingredient | Imidacloprid 0.5% |
|---|---|
| Target pests | Subterranean Termites, Drywood Termites, Dampwood Termites, Carpenter Ants, other Wood-Infesting Insects |
| For use in | Bare soil, Landscaped areas and Turf-grass surrounding Commercial & Residential buildings, and other wood construction subject to termite attack |
| Application | * See label for complete application instructions |
| Pet safe | Yes, if used as directed on Label |
| Formulation | Professional Product |
| NOT FOR SALE TO |
AK, ND, NY, PR AZ, CO, CT, MA, MD, ME, NJ, NV, RI (Restricted To Licensed Applicators Only) |
| Coverage Area | 3.6 lbs (1 jug) treats approx. 2,000 sq. ft. |
| Shipping Weight | 3.93 lbs |
| Manufacturer | Envu (Formerly Bayer) (Mfg. Number: 80927452) |
| EPA Registration | 432-1385 |
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By John on 04/11/2013
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Time will tell
By Brian on 02/06/2017
Termites be gone
By Brian on 02/14/2017
We are looking to do treatments in the winter in Iowa, and need something that won't freeze. Will this work instead of a liquid termiticide? Thanks
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Borers killed my prairie fire crabapple, arborist said to remove and great soil with Di-syston granules before planting new one. Is this the best insecticide or can you suggest how to prevent this if I plant a new tree?
I purchased Premise because of termites showing up in a sunroom. Will it also help with carpenter ants?
Premise Granules can be used for carpenter ants outside only as directed on the product label.
Premise Granules
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