Sevin Insecticide Granules is labeled for flea control but only states that it will kill fleas (not larvae) target pests that are out at the time of application. Pests must be directly contacted to be effected using Sevin Insecticide Granules. Using a good insecticide contcentrate along with an insect growth regulator to help break the reproduction cycle and consistent follow up treatments every 14 days is the best treatment plan for flea control. You may visit the links below for complete flea control program. The most successful treatment would be to use one of our Flea Control Kits in addition to treating pets and inside the home.
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The application rate of Sevin Insecticide Granules using a Scotts Easy Hand Held Spreader is between a 2-3. The 2 setting is for more coarse seeds, while the 3 is for regular light granules. This is an insecticide only and should not harm new sod when applied according to the label instructions.
Squash Beetles are not listed on the Sevin Insecticide Granules label. Granules are meant to be applied to the ground and watered in to activate. They would not stick to any foliage. Sevin Concentrate is labeled for squash beetles. According to the label, mix 1.5 fl. oz. of product per gallon of water and apply product in adequate volume to effectively cover both the upper and lower surfaces of the plant.
Yes, Sevin Insecticide Granules are labeled for Japanese beetles. Please refer to the product label for complete application instructions.
Sevin Insecticide Granules is labeled for treating crickets. Apply at 2.25 to 5 lbs per 1,000 sq st.
Sevin Lawn Insecticide Granules is not labeled for treating apple maggot pupae. Bonide Fruit Tree Spray is a liquid fruit tree spray concentrate containing insecticide, fungicide, aphicide, miticide, scalicide, and spreadersticker all in one solution labeled for apple maggots.
Sevin Lawn Insecticide Granules is not an herbicide. It is only going to target listed pests as directed.
Sevin Lawn Insecticide Granules is not safe to use around horses or their feed. We recommend that you consult with the Dept of Ag for additional recommendations.
Sevin Lawn Insecticide Granules should be applied to a dry lawn and watered in immediately to activate and evenly dissolve the granules into the lawn before a heavy rain. If heavy rain is expected then we would suggest waiting until after to do the application to prevent any run off into the drain system.
You should not be concerned about insecticides interfering with grass seed. The main concern would be when you plan to disturb the soil. For example, we would not recommend that you spray a residual insecticide and then immediately aerate or till the area you just sprayed. Onslaught Insecticide is a great choice for chiggers and many other common insects. If you are going to till in the next couple days, then you can go ahead and do all that soil work and then spray your insecticide once you are done with the landscaping. If you are using a granule insecticide such as Sevin Lawn Insecticide Granules, then that product must be watered in after application, so you would still need to do any soil movement or plant first, then apply and water in the granules.
As long as the original treatment of Sevin Lawn Insecticide Granules had time to dry before the rain there should be no issue. Just reapply following the product label timing.
Sevin Insecticide Granules can be used for a variety of turf and crawling pests that may be found around flowers and other ornamentals as listed on the product label. It is important to keep in mind that Sevin is a very short-acting insecticide and should not be relied on for long-term control. This formulation is a granule that is applied to the ground and then watered in to active the product. We are happy to assist you with a recommendation if you know of any specific pests that you need to treat. You can also reach our Customer Service staff by phone at 866-581-7378 M-F 9a-5p EST.