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  • Asked by Carl from Saint Charles ,il
    04/11/2013
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    Can you use Talstar PL on the exterior of the house, in winter, with snow on the ground?
    my pest control company put granular around the exteriot of my home with snow on the ground. they said it was a pre-spring treatment
    A
    We cannot comment on the work of a pest control company for liability reasons. What we can say is that this type of application will not hurt anything and that it is industry standard to apply exterior treatments when snow is not on the ground so that the soil will not be frozen and can accept the treatment.
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  • Asked by Bennie from Desrehan, La.
    05/05/2014
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    Can I use Talstar pl if i have a citrus tree in my yard
    I have 1 satsuma tree in my yard and i do not know if i can use talstar pl in the grass around it
    A
    You can use Talstar Pl, because it wont leach into the soil. We would not recommend applying right up against the tree. Depending on what you are treating for you can use Monterey Fruit tree spray. Please let us know if you have any more questions.
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  • Asked by Lea
    06/13/2016
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    Can Talstar PL Granules be used near a well for drinking water?
    A

    We advise to apply Talstar PL Granules at least 5 feet away from the well. 

     

     

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    7 of 7 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Bill from Keauhou, Hi
    03/22/2016
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    Will Talstar PL Granules affect grass seed?
    I have my back yard ready to plant seed. There are quite a few ants, and some mosquitoes. I am considering using this product in conjunction (before, after, or simultaneously) with the grass seed. Is this safe?
    A

    No, Talstar PL Granules is an insecticide, so it has no effect on germinating grass or turf whatsoever.  It will not harm, inhibit, or promote any kind of growth in turf grass.

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    6 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Sharon from Lakeland Florida
    04/15/2014
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    Do you have a product that will kill frogs
    I have frogs all over my porch at night and they make a huge mess and want to jump on me when I am sitting outdoors
    A

    There are no toxic products labeled for frogs or toads (or reptiles for that matter), and given the highly beneficial nature of these amphibians there is not likely to be anything coming along.The reasons they are on your property are because they can find food and proper habitat, and these are probably your only means for making them go away. Take away their food and they will forage somewhere else. Take away the conditions they need for hiding all day and they will seek refuge someplace else.

    Habitat modification may be the more effective way to limit frogs on your property. Frogs are mainly nocturnal, and they seek food at night when it is cooler and damper. During the day they look for cool, damp, dark places to hide. They will hide under dense shrubbery or ground covers, under logs or lumber on the soil, or under large landscape rocks and timbers to avoid the hot, dry sun. Trim shrubbery, remove thick ground-cover, stack lumber or firewood off of the soil a few inches and remove any other objects or debris that come in contact with the soil and can provide harborage. Limit watering to help eliminate moisture from your yard.  You can also reduce the amount of insects (the frogs food source) in your yard by treating the grass with a residual insecticide such as Talstar PL.

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  • Asked by Debra from Folsom, La.
    07/30/2012
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    I have 2 acres of property in Folsom, La. I want to spread with Talstar PL. Will this harm small animals?
    A
    Talstar Pl will not harm small animals. As long as animals and children are kept out of the area during the application and for about an hour following the watering in you should not have any issues with toxicity.
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    6 of 7 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Joseph from Douglas, Ga.
    03/07/2015
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    Can you tell me the amount of talstar PL to apply per 1000 sq. ft. to treat fleas outdoors ?
    A
    You want to apply approx. 3 pounds Talstar PL per 1000 sq feet.
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    6 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Rao from Apex, Nc
    07/31/2013
    Q
    What is the shelf life of an open bag of Talstar PL?
    Once opened, how long will the remaining granules stay effective?
    A
    The shelf of Talstar PL granules is generally about 2-3 years.
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    6 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jan from Scurry Texas
    07/13/2013
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    Will the Talstar PL Granules help kill grasshoppers?
    I have one acre and 10 million grasshoppers of all sizes. Liquids kills but more just hatch. I think they are in our trees also.
    A
    While granules do provide a more long term residual on the ground, it may or may not control the grasshoppers any better than a liquid. The ingredient in the Talstar, Bifenthrin, is one of our number one products for controlling grasshoppers. You should start applications before the grasshoppers have a chance to hatch. You should thoroughly spray your lawn and water in the application with about a .25 in of water to help the bifenthrin get past the thatch layer and into the soil where grass hoppers actually develop. If you already have grasshoppers you can use Talstar P at the highest usage rate of 1 oz of product per 1 gallon of water for the quickest knockdown.
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  • Asked by Louise from Ingram, Tx
    06/17/2014
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    Which is more effective for killing scorpions -- granular or solution Talstar?
    I have a serious scorpion problem on my ranch since I don't go out there very often. Every time I go out to the hill country, I spray Talstar solution and it works great. I am wondering which is more effective and which lasts longer in this dry climate -- the solution or granular form of Talstar? Or are they the same?
    A
    Granules can typically last 2-3 months whereas liquids like Talstar P will last about 30 days maybe more on outside surfaces.  For scorpions specifically you would want to go with the Cy-Kick CS that will sit on top of the surface better than granules and being microencapsulated will last on outside surfaces closer to 60 days.  The Talstar PL granules would be great to use for the insects the scorpions feed on though.
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  • Asked by Kathy from San Angelo, Tx
    02/04/2020
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    Can you put down Talstar PL in cold weather? What is lowest temp to put out?
    A

    Talstar PL Granular Insecticide can be put down then the ground is not frozen and you have active pests.  Typically above 55 is best but if pests are active and there is no snow you can use.

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  • Asked by Jessica
    05/30/2013
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    If I plant fruiting vegetables 5 weeks after the Talstar application, will they be safe to eat 8 weeks later?
    My pest control company treated the soil in early April. I planted tomatoes, beans, cucumbers, squash, and peppers 5 weeks later in May, and the fruits will not start to set until July which will be 3 months after the Talstar granule application. Will they be safe to eat? If not, how long will it take for the soil to be safe enough for me to plant fruiting vegetables? I read that farmers use bifenthrin (Talstar's active ingredient) granules for systemic pest control in their peanuts crop. If so, are fruiting vegetables safer to eat than leafy vegetables like lettuce? Thank you.
    A
    Talstar is not labeled for use in or around Edibles. Please contact FMC at 800-321-1362 for further instructions.
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  • Asked by Suzie
    05/23/2017
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    Can I spread Talstar PL on rain soaked grass?
    A

    Talstar PL granules should be applied and watered in. Applying the product to wet soil will not activate them.

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  • Asked by Randy from Slidell, La
    04/17/2016
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    When can my dog return to yard after applying Talstar PL granular insecticide?
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    Pets and people need to stay out of the area being treated while the Talstar PL granules are being applied and watered in, but they are safe to return as soon as the treated area has completely dried. 

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  • Asked by Bill from Florida
    05/13/2015
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    How does Talstar PL work? Are pests killed on contact?
    A
    Talstar PL Granules manages insects by paralyzing the central nervous system through contact and ingestion. However, Talstar PL Granules do not kill insects on contact. It does take some time for insects to fall victim to the effects of the insecticide. 
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  • Asked by Barbara from Trego, Montana
    06/25/2014
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    Can I spread Talstar PL in my flower beds to kill millipedes?
    This spring, after a wet winter, most of my root type perennials were devoured by millipedes. I want to plant new plants for summer and fall. Should I spread the product before planting or does it matter?
    A

    No, Talstar PL granules should not be used in a flower bed. It is labeled mainly for turf use.

    We would recommend using Bifen IT for your ornamental plants. It can be sprayed directly on the plants and is labeled specifically for millipedes as well as various other pests as well. You will use 1 oz. of the solution per gallon of water.

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  • Asked by Patria from Lou.,ky
    09/12/2014
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    Is Talstar PL granules effective for cockroaches migrating from an infested home next door ?
    A
    Talstar PL granules are not labeled for cockroaches. We would recommend using Bifen IT. This product has the same active ingredient as Talstar PL, however the concentrate has more of the active ingredient in it and will combat the cockroaches effectively. It is a liquid and can be broadcast across your lawn. It can also be sprayed on trees (non-edibles), flowers, shrubs, etc. You will mix 1 fl. oz. per gallon of water. One gallon will treat 1000 sq. ft. The residual outdoors is up to 30 days. Bifen IT can also be used indoors as a crack and crevice spray along the baseboards in your home. The residual indoors is up to 90 days. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.
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  • Asked by Kathy from Littlestown, Pa
    08/09/2013
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    See your listing on BestBuy. It says Diazinon next to the Talstar PL title.
    It's my understanding that Seven and Diazinon are organophosphates which are very toxic to earthworms and pollinators, not to mention mammals. Does Talstar PL granules contain diazinon or is this a misprint?
    A
    Diazinon was banned in the US in 2004 so many customer have looked for products that would do an equal job to Diazinon since it was taken off the market. Talstar in both its liquid and granular form are going to give comparable control but without the huge health hazards to humans and beneficial insects. Talstar has the least dermal toxicity of any product on the market for pyrethroids and is designed to have minimal effect on beneficial insects like earthworms. We link the name Diazinon to the product so those looking for a replacement have a great safe product to find.
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  • Asked by Julie from San Diego, California
    06/29/2013
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    I bought Talstar PL for springtails. Do I have to water it into the lawn or just leave it?
    We recently had a tree cut down in our yard and after that we noticed a springtail problem in that area. We also have a pool, and I see some around the pool but not that many.
    A
    Talstar PL must be watered in to be activated. You can choose to water in the product with a hose or you can apply Talstar PL just before a rain event and let mother nature water in the granules for you.
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  • Asked by Sharon from St Marys
    04/10/2018
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    Are Talstar PL Granules toxic to native bees?
    How long after application will the product be toxic to native bees?
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    The active ingredient in Talstar PL granules is bifenthrin, which is a residual non-selective insecticide. The residual could harm non-target insects like bees if they were to come into contact with enough active ingredient for several weeks after application. However, since this is a granule insecticide that is applied directly to the ground and then activated with water, it is very unlikely any pollinators like bees would actually come into contact with the treated areas. The bigger risk would be from sprays, so we recommend applying sprays in the morning or evening when pollinators are less active, as well as avoiding spraying blooming plants to reduce risk to pollinators.

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