Sevin Concentrate is not labeled to be used on any indoor plants so we cannot provide information on soil drenching these.
Yes, Sevin Concentrate can be used for ants.
Sevin Concentrate would be good to apply before pests are an issue or while they are active in the area, it has a residual of up to 3 months.
There is not a hose attachment for Sevin Concentrate. You can use a hose-end sprayer to apply the concentrate, or you can use Sevin Ready to Spray Insect Killer which comes with a hose attachment on the container.
Sevin Concentrate will kill the adult termites that are sprayed with the product. It will not replace a termite soil treatment around the perimeter of the structure. There are products that you can use to treat in the tree directly. Just keep in mind that termites are there because the tree is already dead or dying, so be sure to take down dead trees before they cause other damage. You could use Alpine Ant and Termite Foam to spot treat exactly where the galleries are in the tree. This product has a foaming agent to help coat the inside of any voids. Alternatively, you could use Dominion 2L as a spray, again treating inside the galleries directly. We would recommend using a termiticide like Taurus SC against the foundation in a trench or drilled holes (where there is concrete). You can find more information on doing a complete treatment for termites in our Termite Control Guide.
Sevin Concentrate is labeled for over 250 pests so that might be an option for you. However, without knowing what type of insect you are actually treating for we cannot say for sure that it would work. If you are able to get a good, clear picture of the pest, you are welcome to email it to us at [email protected] and we will do our best to identify it for you. You can also contact your local cooperative extension office for assistance.
Sevin Concentrate can take time to kill insects, depending on the age and health, how long they spend on the treated area and how soon after application they contact it. It can take a few hours up to 24 or more for insects to die. You will just need to monitor the treated plants for any more signs of insects.
Sevin Concentrate is not labeled for application on animals. You can find our selection of pet products here.
Sevin Concentrate is not labeled for white grubs or for use in containerized plants. Bonide Systemic Granules can be use for grubs in ornamental plants (not if you eat the citrus).
Sevin Concentrate is not labeled for use on citrus trees. We would recommend Bayer Advanced Fruit, Citrus, and Vegetable Insect Control which may be safely used on labeled Citrus trees such as Calamondin, Citrus citron, Citrus hybrids (includes chironja, tangelo, and tangor), Grapefruit, Kumquat, Lemon, Lime, Mandarin (tangerine), Pummelo, Orange (sweet and sour), and Satsuma mandarin. Labeled Citrus that have been treated with Bayer Advanced Fruit, Citrus, and Vegetable Insect Control are safe to consume. Please read over the Product Label for complete use instructions.
Apply Sevin Concentrate where insects are expected to appear or when insects or damage are seen. Repeat as necessary according to site-specific directions listed below. Please contact your local cooperative extension office to determine the correct timing of the application as this will vary greatly from region to region for your target pest.
Sevin Concentrate is only available as a white/off-white liquid. It can leave a residue behind especially if applied heavily. If you can let us know where and what you are treating, we’d be happy to recommend an alternative for you.
Sevin Concentrate is labeled for midges. I did find an article that states spraying is generally not used for this type though.unless heavily infested.
For best results, you should apply Sevin Concentrate at least 24 hours before you are expecting any rain. After that point, it will be rainfast and you will not need to reapply.
Sevin Concentrate is safe for ornamental plants/trees if used as directed on the product label.
For best results, you should apply Sevin Concentrate at least 24 hours before you are expecting any rain/watering. After that point, it will be rainfast and you will not need to reapply.
Sevin Concentrate is applied directly to foliage of trees as directed on the product label.
The older formulation of Sevin which contains carbaryl cannot be used on home lawns since this active ingredient is restricted on lawns in residential areas. The newer formulation of Sevin Concentrate contains a different active ingredient, zeta-cypermethrin, which can be applied to lawns. Please be sure that you are reading and following the label for the specific product that you have regarding how and where to apply.
It is recommended to apply Sevin Concentrate when you are not expecting any rain for 24 hours.
Sevin Concentrate is not labeled for use in an irrigation system.