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Talstar PL Granular Insecticide with its unique sand core granular structure, provides long-term protection against insects in lawn, gardens and landscaped areas for two to four months. Containing the active ingredient bifenthrin, Talstar PL penetrates deep into mulch and grass to kill pests where they breed and hide. Simply spread the granules over the lawn and water in according to the label directions. Talstar PL Granular Insecticide is similar to sand, and therefore can penetrate deep into the soil. PL means perimeter and lawn.
Product Documents
| Active Ingredient | Bifenthrin 0.2% |
|---|---|
| Target pests |
Ants, Fleas, Ticks, Crickets, Centipedes and others * See label for complete list |
| For use in | Commercial & Residential: Outdoors: Lawns, Landscaping, Perimeters of Homes, Office Buildings, Public Buildings, Industrial Buildings, Parks, Recreational areas and Athletic Fields |
| Application |
* See label for complete application instructions * Do not apply more than 200 lbs. per Acre per year |
| Pet safe |
Yes, once granules are watered in * Highly toxic to fish and aquatic organisms * Keep out of drains and water courses |
| Formulation | Professional Product |
| NOT FOR SALE TO |
AK AZ (Restricted To Licensed Applicators Only) |
| Coverage Area | 25 lbs. Treats 5,000 to 10,000 square feet |
| Shipping Weight | 25.88 lbs |
| Manufacturer | FMC (Mfg. Number: 11008461) |
| UPC | 00035832584619 |
| EPA Registration | 279-3168 |
Active Ingredient: Bifenthrin - 0.2%
DESCRIPTION:
Talstar PL Granular Insecticide are used to control Ants (including Imported Fire Ants), spiders, fleas, ticks, worms, crickets, and almost all other insect pests on lawns, in landscaped areas and gardens, and perimeters of residential, institutional, public, commercial and industrial buildings, parks, recreational areas and athletic fields. Talstar PL release chemical over time as it rains. One application of Talstar PL can protect lawn areas for 2 to 3 months. It is safe against non-target animals such as birds, pets, and other mammals.
USE:
Talstar PL Granular Insecticide is generally used in two ways: It can be applied as a perimeter barrier directed in a five to ten foot band around your home, or it can be generally broadcast over your entire yard including landscaped areas. A normal application usually consists of three to five pounds of product. It is recommended to apply Talstar PL with an Earthway spreader. One 25 lb. bag treats 5,000 to 10,000 square feet. Always read the label.
NOT FOR SALE IN: AK
FOR CONTROL OF SCORPIONS
To ensure optimum control, treat the building perimeter at dusk to prevent outdoor scorpions from entering the building. Scorpions reside hidden in cracks and voids during the day and are active at night at temperatures above 77ºF/25ºC. Resting areas can be identified at night using a blacklight (UV bulb) as scorpions will fluoresce. These areas should also be treated. Prior to treatment, to increase treatment efficacy, remove trash, debris, or firewood that scorpions may use as resting sites.
Active Ingredient Rate per Acre 0.2 - 0.4 lbs. ai/A
Talstar PL Rate per Acre - 100 - 200 lbs.
Talstar PL Rate per 1000 sq. ft. - 2.3 - 4.6 lbs.
RESTRICTIONS:
Talstar PL Granules
By Manuel on 05/04/2010
Verified Purchase
I always had problems with ants but could not get rid of them. I was told about Talstar PL from a professional who had great success with the product. I purchased a 25lb bag and spread it as instructed, the next day I went and checked on the ant piles and low and behold the ants were at the top of the mound DEAD. I haven't had any ant piles or ants in my yard for 7 months. I just bought my second bag, I figure with all the rain here in South Louisiana it was time to retreat. GREAT Stuff.
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Talstar Granules with Ants & Cinch bugs
By William on 09/21/2010
A great product to be used in Florida. There is not an ant or cinch bug present in my yard after the treatment. Comparable services from companies like Chem Lawn will cost you up to $120.00 for a product like this. The granules were easy to spread and the smallest package available from this website covered about 1/4 acre lot. I was impressed with product and service.
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Works fine
By C.j. on 03/19/2007
I'm trying to control fire ants and mole crickets, I have been using Talstar PL Granules for the past 4-5 years. It works fine so far.
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Mix with sand before spreading
By John on 05/11/2013
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I have used this product the past four years. I use it every spring before the fire ants get bad. And every fall just before winter to prevent spiders and all the other critters from coming in my home. This product is very fine like sand so a spreader will disperse it very quickly. I find it much easier to apply this product with a push type spreader. Before I put it in the spreader I mix it 50/50 with some dry sand. And then put my spreader on its lowest setting. ( sand must be dry or it will clump. For best results open the bag a few days before you plan to use it and stir the sand around twice a day)
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By Ethan on 05/23/2010
Verified Purchase
I applied the Talstar PL Granules @ 2-3 weeks ago. The ants appeared to have been killed. I am cautious to say this as I am waiting for the real hot summer weather as this is when they become very active. Never the less I have 50 lbs left over so I can apply when I need it. I hope that the ants have left me as I have a very large infestation in my lower yard. Thank you and I will be contacting you soon when I need more Talstar. I have not had to use the liquid yet. P.S The ordering and the service from you was fantastic. I received my items @ 3 days from when I ordered. The free freight sure is a big bonus!!!
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Does Talstar PL cause any damage to Bermuda Grass. My grass turned brown and was easy to pull up soon after the application of Talstar PL.
Talstar PL Granules is an insecticide. It will not harm, inhibit, or promote any kind of growth in turf grass. You may have insect damage or a fungal disease causing your issues.
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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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Talstar PL Granlues will not have any effect on the rooting or health of your sod and may be applied either prior to or following the laying of sod. We would recommend that you read over the product label for complete use instructions for your target pest.
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We seeded last Fall, we were a little late, most seeds germinated but not all.
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They are about 1 1/2 inches long and they do fly and bite. They raise their tail section as a defense.
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Granule products like Talstar PL Granular Insecticide will only control the young stages of fleas really as these are the ones in the soil. For adult flea control, it is recommended to use sprays such as those in our Outdoor Tick/Flea Kit. We also have a great flea control article here.
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I understand that it is safe for our dog once watered in and the area has dried. However, what about when the lawn is wet again in the future? Can our dog only enter our yard when it is dry?
As you mentioned, once the Talstar PL Granules have been watered in and have dried, it is safe for the pets to resume normal activity in the yard. Ideally, you want 6 hours after it has dried before any rain or irrigation occurs to allow the product plenty of time to stick in its place in the lawn. After that point any watering, rain or other form of irrigation will not “re-activate” the granules to make it unsafe for the pet. They can safely walk across the lawn with dew or rain after that time frame.
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Talstar PL Granules are applied with a granule spreader at the rate of 2.3 to 4.6 lb per 1000 sqft. Â Please refer to the product label for more specific tick control instructions. Â Granule products will only control the young stages of ticks really as these are the ones in the soil. Â For adult control it is recommended to use sprays such as those in our Outdoor Tick/Flea Kit. Â We also have some great advice here.
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If you need to use 3lbs of product per 1,000 sq ft you would add 3 lb of product to spreader, start with a medium setting, then apply product to a 20 x 50 ft area (1,000 sq ft). If you have product left, your setting is too low. If you run out of product, your setting is too high.
Please refer to the Talstar PL product label to determine the correct usage rate for your specific needs.
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