Suspend SC is labeled for Gypsy moth larvae, but we would recommend a product like Monterey Garden Insect Spray. Using an insect spray containing Spinosad is the most effective way to treat for this type of caterpillar. When sprayed on the foliage, this products works by poisoning the caterpillars feeding on the leaves.
While Suspend SC is labeled for bedbugs and some still use it for that pest, there are some known resisitance issues with it, so it is not commonly recommended. You may want to look over our Bed Bug Guide for more information on treating and preventing this pest.
If you were to mop along the edges of the wall where Suspend SC was applied, it would take it up.
Suspend SC is not labeled for use in vehicles or other modes of transport. You could use Tempo SC Ultra for a concentrate or Temprid Ready Spray for a ready-to-use product for a wide variety of pests as crack and crevice treatment in an RV or trailor.
You will mix 1.5 fl oz of Suspend SC per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft of crack and crevice areas. Please take a few moments to review our treatment article on How to Get Rid of Bedbugs and our Control Kits for a successful program.
Suspend SC should never be applied to counter tops. It is only applied to cracks and crevices down low around the home. If you have applied to the countertop you would need to wash with soap and water to remove the product. It may take a few times to completely remove it.
Suspend SC should not be applied to the carpet only interior cracks and crevices quarterly. NyGuard Plus can be applied to carpet inside the structure. Suspend SC is labeled for carpet beetle control and it will eliminate carpet beetles that come into contact with treated areas. It is very important that the source of the infestation (where the damaging larva is harboring) is discovered and eliminated, not just the visible adult insects you see wandering around. Until you find out what that is and deal with it you will continue to get more of the carpet beetles emerging from hiding. Carpet beetles may be as likely to feed on grain based food materials as they are on animal byproducts. Pet foods stored in forgotten places, baking goods left too long in the cupboard, rodent baits tossed in the attic - all of these are quite susceptible to carpet beetle feeding. Plus, you also have the typical carpet beetle diets of dead insects (wasp nests in the attic, dead insects in window sills), feathers (bird nests, dead birds), hair (dead rodents, wool products, trophy mounts), and other things made from animal byproducts. Once the source of the infestation is removed or cleaned, using Suspend SC will help get rid of the annoying adult beetles. You can spray once a month on the exterior (as weather permits) until all of the beetles are gone.
Both the Suspend SC and the Talstar P contain synthetic pyrethroids for active ingredients and will provide very similar results. The only advantage to using Talstar P over Suspend SC is that it is known to be super gentle on most plants (do not use on edible vegetation) and is virtually odorless while Suspend Sc does have a slight odor. Both products can be used indoors and outdoors and both products are safe to use in houses with children and pets.
That is not the appropriate way to mix and apply Suspend SC. It is mixed at 0.25-1.5 fl oz per 1 gallon of water (128 oz) per 1,000 sq ft in a one gallon spray applicator.
Suspend SC can be used to kill and prevent flies. The mixing ratio is 0.75 fl oz per gallon of water. This can be sprayed every 21 days outdoors as needed. Please check out our Fly Guide for tips on how to treat and prevent flies.
If you are applying an insecticide such as Suspend SC to the point of dripping or runoff, then you are likely using too much product. This could cause you to go over the labeled rates for legal and safe application. If you are treating on ornamental plants, then you want to get thorough coverage without runoff; runoff would mean that the product is falling off the leaf surface rather than staying on it and drying there to protect from your target insects.
Suspend SC is mimxed at the rate of 0.4 to 0.9 fl oz/1000 sq. ft depending on what you are treating for in the lawn per the product label.
No, Suspend SC will not kill lizards. It is only strong enough to kill the small insects listed on the label.
Suspend SC must be applied with either a sprayer or a mist blower. We do carry a selection of Fogging Solutions.
Suspend SC is labeled for scale insects when they are still in the "crawler" stage. If the scale insects on your plants are past this stage or if you are not sure what stage they are in we recommend you contact your local cooperative extension office and speak to the mater gardener on staff. The master gardener can help with an accurate insect ID and also offer guidance on what will work best on the type of plant and insect you are dealing with.
Suspend SC is not labeled for use on livestock. Please let us know what you are treating so that we can offer you an alternative product. We also can be reached M-F 9-5 PM EST at toll free 866-581-7378 for further assistance.
Yes, Suspend SC will kill chiggers in your lawn. It is mixed at 0.4 to 0.6 fl oz/1000 sq. ft.
Suspend SC is safe to use around the outside perimeter of the pool.
Suspend SC should not be applied to the carpet only interior cracks and crevices quarterly. NyGuard Plus can be applied to carpet inside the structure.Suspend SC should not be applied to the carpet only interior cracks and crevices quarterly. NyGuard Plus can be applied to carpet inside the structure.Nyguard IGR can be mixed with Suspend SC as directed on the product label.
Yes, Suspend SC can be used for snow fleas. What is commonly referred to as the "snow flea" is actually a springtail and not a flea, but this particular species has a special protein which allows them to survive in very cold temperatures. Since these insects feed on decaying plant matter, it is important to locate and eliminate the conditions which favor their presence, such as cleaning up decaying plant matter near the home, fixing leaking pipes or sprinklers, and practicing good general lawn sanitation. Please take a few moments to review our article How to Get Rid of Springtails for more tips on eradicating this pest.
