If tank mixing Sevin Concentrate with other products, it should be tested first. Sometimes, mixing Insecticides with Fungicides can cause a burn on plants. Please contact Contech 800-767-8658 the maker of Sevin to help you with your specific applications.
Sevin Concentrate does not have to be sprayed directly on bugs to be effective but is only labeled to be used for chinch bugs around sweet potatoes.
Per the product label, you will mix 1.5 fl. oz. of Sevin Concentrate per gallon of water and apply product in adequate volume to effectively cover both the upper and lower surfaces of the plant.
Sevin Concentrate can be applied and dried safely when the hummingbirds (or other birds) are not present.
Sevin Concentrate is best applied when rain is not expected within 24 hours after application. If it rained sooner than 24 hours after application, for apples, the product label states the product can be reapplied no more than once every 7 days and not within 14 days of harvest.
Sevin Concentrate is not labeled for lawn application. Sevin Insecticide Granules can be applied to the lawn.
Sevin Concentrate will kill many types of adult insects, but it will not treat the larvae. Depending on the insect you are treating for please look at our IGR’s labeled for your specific needs.
Sevin Concentrate insecticide kills over 500 listed insects and protects over 250 listed fruits and vegetables. Please see the Label for a complete list. It is not labeled for bedbugs or fleas. Please take a look at our Bed bug kits. and Outdoor Flea and Tick Kit.
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. If Sevin had to chance to dry before that time, it is rain fast after that. This occurs likely within 6 hours if sooner you may need to reapply.
Sevin Concentrate is not for use on turf, only for use on ornamentals and listed edibles for adult Japanese Beetles. For grub control in lawns and around ornamental plants, Dominion 2L (liquid) and Merit G (granule) are our most popular products. Tempo SC Ultra can be used for the adult beetles on ornamental plants. We have more great information and tips in our White Grub Guide here.
Sevin Concentrate is best applied when rain is not expected within 24 hours after application. If it rained sooner than 24 hours after application, for apples, the product label states the product can be reapplied no more than once every 7 days and not within 14 days of harvest.
Yes, you can water your garden prior to Sevin Concentrate application. We do recommend to wait a couple hours before applying Sevin Concentrate after watering.
Sevin Concentrate is not labeled for broad mites. Something like Bayer Advanced Natria Insect, Disease and Mite Control may be a better option for you.
Unfortunately, Sevin Concentrate is not labeled to be used on basil. Ferti-lome Triple Action would be a better option, applied in early morning before temperatures get too hot.
Sevin Concentrate is best applied when temperatures are below 80. Spray in the early morning before the heat of the day if the daytime temp will be higher.
Sevin Concentrate is used at 4 oz of product per gallon of water when applied with a Hand Pump sprayer or Hose-End sprayer.
Sevin Concentrate is an insect control and will not repel deer, rabbits, snakes or mice away. We do offer Repels-All Liquid Concentrate repellent that you could apply as directed instead.
Sevin Concentrate can be used to treat various pests on sweet potatoes. It would be a good idea to get an identification of the pest you need to treat for so that you can be sure you are choosing the best product for your needs.
Sevin Concentrate is labeled for Japanese beetles but is not labeled for application on herbs. We would recommend using something like Pyganic Gardening instead.
Pets should be kept out of the area while Sevin Concentrate is being applied. They can return as soon as the area has thoroughly dried, which normally takes a couple of hours.
