Sevin Concentrate is not systemic so is not absorbed by the plants. It is labeled to control many varieties and species of caterpillars so would kill any that feed off the plants foliage or areas that have been sprayed.
Sevin Concentrate is white or beige in color and when mixed according to label instructions should form a clear solution that will also be clear when it dries. Any mixed solution should be used within 24 hours and the shelf life of the concentrate in it’s original container is 3-5 years when stored out of extreme temperatures.
Please refer to the specific crops listed on the product label for recommended wait times before harvesting, after applying Sevin Concentrate. For specific product questions not addressed on the label, the manufacturer Garden Tech can be reached by calling (866) 945-5033, or via their website's contact page here.
Yes, Sevin Concentrate can be used on ornamentals such as Crepe myrtle trees as long as under 10 feet per the product label
Sevin Concentrate, containing the active ingredient of Zeta-Cypermethrin, has a residual kill of up to 3 months when used as instructed on the product label. Keep in mind, however, that this product is not labeled for use inside of greenhouses. You can apply this to the exterior of structures and to plants outdoors.
On the bottle of Sevin Concentrate there should be a series of letters and/or numbers either on the bottom or top of bottle named LOT numbers. You can contact the manufacturer with that information and they can advise how old it is.
Garden tech- https://www.gardentech.com/contact-us
According to the SDS, the color of Sevin Concentrate is white to off white.
Sevin Concentrate is not labeled to be used on houseplants, it is only for outside use. Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control would be good to use for aphids and other listed insects on houseplants.
Cannabis plants are not on the label for Sevin Concentrate. We would recommend contacting your local cooperative extension office if you have any questions about what to use on cannabis plants.
Sevin Concentrate is not labeled to be used on banana trees. You could use a product such as Ferti-lome Triple Action for Japanese beetles on fruit trees up to day of harvest.
The product label for Sevin Concentrate does not specifically state Japanese Maple Bonsai. We would recommend contacting GardenTech at 1-866-945-5033.
Yes, as long as it has been 4 weeks or more after treating with Bifenthrin, you can use Sevin Concentrate to treat the tea olive bushes. Please review the product label for more information.
Unless otherwise noted on either product label and as long as you do a tank mix test, Sevin should be able to applied with fertilizer.
We would recommend contacting the manufacturer Garden Tech directly for their recommendations on the best way to remove the spilled liquid or dust from the truck. Garden Tech can be reached via their website's contact page here.
We do carry Spill Kits and Chemical Absorbtion products like Absorb Plus Water-Based Chemical Absorbent that can also be used.
Sevin Insecticide is not labeled to killl earthworms. There are no products on the market in the USA that are labeled for earthworms as they are largely beneficial creatures. Most insecticides will not get deep enough into the soil to affect worms.
Sevin Concentrate should be used within 24 hours of diluting with water for the most effective results.
Sevin Concentrate is labeled to be used on both pecan and walnut trees. Please refer to the product label for mix rates and instructions.
Sevin Concentrate is not labeled to be applied via soil drench. This product must be sprayed onto the plants. The new active ingredient of Zeta-Cypermethrin allows it to kill upon contact and see visible results within minutes, while having a residual kill of up to 3 months.
The smallest rate on the label would be to use 1 oz of Sevin Concentrate in 32 oz of water. You can also possibly divide that in half to use .5 oz in 16 oz of water. Be sure only to use approved pump or back sprayers, not a trigger sprayer.
