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  • Asked by Rishad
    05/10/2011
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    Will Talstar P eradicate springtails?
    A
    Talstar P and Talstar PL Granules in the yard work very well springtails and they can be used in the same areas. Springtails can be tough to control. You must find the moisture source and correct it to get rid of springtails completely.
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  • Asked by Pam
    07/26/2011
    Q
    Will Talstar stay in my soil and on my plants indefinitely?
    Should I wear protective clothing to work in my flowers and shrubs?
    A
    No, Talstar will not say on your plants or in the soil indefinitely.  When used on your lawn or ornamentals like flowers and shrubs, Talstar will last about 2 to 3 months depending on where you live and your climate.
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  • Asked by Robert from Jacksonville, Fl.
    10/15/2011
    Q
    I'm using Talstar to treat my home for bed bugs. Is it safe to spray on furniture like the couch and mattress?
    A

    Absolutely not.  Talstar is not labeled to apply to any furniture, mattresses, or other areas that you may come into contact with.  Talstar is restricted to cracks and crevices and other areas that you would not come into contact with.  The instructions for applying Talstar for Bed Bugs are below, and you should know that even in the instructions it states that Talstar should not be used as your only protection against bed bugs.  Our most popular product for bed bugs is our bed bug kits.  

    Bedbugs: Thorough application should be made to crack and crevices
    where evidence of bed bugs occurs. This includes bed frames, box
    springs, inside empty dressers and clothes closets and carpet edges,
    high and low wall moldings and wallpaper edges. Do not use this product
    on bed linens, pillows, mattresses or clothes. Remove all clothes
    and other articles from dressers or clothes closets before application.
    Allow all treated areas to thoroughly dry before use. Not recommended
    for use as sole protection against bedbugs. If evidence of bedbugs is
    found in/on mattresses, use products approved for this use.

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    6 of 7 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Dennis from Mechanicsville, Maryland
    05/31/2012
    Q
    Need help getting rid of biting flies, horseflies and other smaller biting flies by my swimming pool
    the flies are constantly buzzing around your head and biting when you are in the pool and on the one side of my yard primarily
    A
    Horseflies and many other species of biting flies tend to develop on the edge of bodies of water and since they are strong fliers these breeding areas can be near or far which makes finding the source next to impossible. You can apply a product such as Talstar P around the pool area and flies that land on the treated areas will be eliminated. Using Talstar will give some relief but since these flies can fly over treated areas it can be tough to get complete control. Relief should be on the way soon however as horsefly season is usually on 3-6 weeks long.
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  • Asked by Denny from Sharpsburg, Ga
    07/11/2012
    Q
    Will Talstar P harm Anole Lizards?
    We have anoles in our organic vegetable garden and we don't want to harm them. Will they be harmed by this chemical, when it is sprayed on the house and windows?
    A
    As long as the lizards are not sprayed directly with Talstar they should not suffer any ill effects from the use of the product. You may notice a reduction in the lizards however as their food source (insects) will be reduced or eliminated by using Talstar P.
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  • Asked by Bobby
    07/25/2012
    Q
    What to use for ground bees?
    what to use for ground bees?
    A
    Ground bees, also known as digger bees, can be very difficult to control no matter what product you use and they most likely will come back to your property year after year unless you do your part to alter your property to make it unfavorable to the bees. Ground bees prefer dry soils with thin grasses so irrigating the area frequently and correcting any issue that causes your grass to be thin will help deter the bees from nesting. In areas where you do not have grass, a layer of mulch will help deter the bees from nesting. Ground bees are solitary bees and are not very aggressive and are known to be a beneficial insect which is why you will not find any products specifically labeled for this type of bee. Talstar P can help provide some level of control but it will not get rid of all of the ground bees on your property. You should use Talstar P at a 1 oz of product to 1 gallon of water for a 1,000 sq ft area ratio. This will give you the fastest knockdown and the longest lasting residual. Talstar P does not offer an instant knockdown but will kill insects that come into contact with treated areas over a short period of time.
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  • Asked by Jerry from United States
    07/25/2012
    Q
    I intend to use Talastar P liquid in my yard for chinch bugs. Does it require watering in?
    A

    According to the Talstar P product label:

    Chinch Bugs infest the base of grass plants and are often found in the thatch layer. Irrigation of the grass area before treatment will optimize the penetration of the insecticide to the area where the chinch bugs are located. Use higher volume applications if the thatch layer is excessive or if a relatively long
    mowing height is being maintained. Chinch Bugs can be one of the most difficult pests to control in grasses and the higher application rates (Up to 1 fluid oz. per 1000 square feet) may be required to control populations that contain both nymphs and adults during the middle of the summer.

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  • Asked by Eliud from Edinburg Tx
    10/11/2012
    Q
    can you mix talstar pro with demon wp?
    Do the insecticides loose their potency if you mix 3 scoops of demon EP and 2 ounces of talstar pro in 1 1/4 gallons of water? For indoor use
    A
    These products should not be mixed together. There is no valid reason to mix Demon WP and Talstar P together.  Talstar P is a synthetic pyrethroid and Demon WP already contains a synthetic pyrethroid, so there would be nothing to gain by mixing these products together. Making a pesticide too strong can actually backfire. Areas that are treated with this overly concentrated spray will be repellent and insects will simply avoid the treated areas prolonging the infestation.
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  • Asked by Mark from Denver, Co
    04/04/2013
    Q
    What product to use on evergreen trees and aspens to protect against insects?
    I want to protect my landscaping trees from insects. None of the plants are edible.
    A
    Talstar P is a great general use insecticide and can be used on trees, bushes and other ornamental plants and it labeled for many kinds of plant infesting insects. You should note that almost all insecticides have the potential to make evergreen trees loose a bit of their color.
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  • Asked by Robert from N Springfield ,vt
    05/28/2013
    Q
    what is the best ant killer for tiny ants
    I leave in Vermont and have sandy soil every thing i have tryed to kill very small ants the make tiny ant hills all over my lawn I dont have a problem with them getting in the house just my lawn about 1/2 acre
    A
    We apologize after re-reading your question, we have determined a better recommendation for you. You can use Talstar P as a broadcast treatment out in the yard and around your home to treat those tiny black ants.
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  • Asked by Carol from Franklin, Nc 28734
    06/14/2013
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    Once sprayed on a hemlock tree, how long does it take for Talstar P to kill wooly adelgids?
    I finished spraying around 11:00 AM and a hard rain came around 6:00 PM.
    A
    Talstar P does not provide an instant knockdown. Talstar P will kill wooly adelgids and other insects within 20 to 30 minutes to a few hours after application
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  • Asked by Jeff from Potomac, Md
    10/01/2013
    Q
    Something growing in my Talstar P
    I have a 3/4 gal bottle of Talstar P. It is one year old. I have used it in my 2 homes and it is very effective. But today, I went to use it and noticed some dark green or grey black splotches in the measuring area of the bottle. There was only residual product in that part. I measured out the amount I needed and when I poured it out, it was somewhat clumpy. Which indicates a fungus growing in there. Just want to know your thoughts. I keep the bottle in my basement in a cabinet, so there is no light hitting the bottle. Thanks!
    A

    We apologize that there appears to be fungus like substance in your bottle of Talstar P. There was an issue with one Lot of 3/4 gallon Talstar from FMC last year. We would be more than happy to ship you a new bottle or refund you for this bottle from the defective Lot. You can call us at 866-581-7378 to follow up of this matter up.

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  • Asked by Geo from Miami, Fl
    11/13/2013
    Q
    How many ounces of Talstar to put into 100 gal. of water?
    A
    Since Talstar is mixed using 1 ounce per gallon water, you would add 100 ounces or 3 quarts into 100 gallons water.
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  • Asked by Terence from Stamford,ct
    04/16/2014
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    Will Talstar work against camel crickets
    A
     Talstar P will kill camel crickets. Apply Talstar P as a crack and crevice or spot spray to areas where pests hide, such as baseboards, corners, storage areas, closets, around water pipes, doors and windows, behind and under refrigerators, cabinets, sinks, furnaces, stoves, the underside of shelves, drawers and similar areas. Do not use as a space spray. Pay particular attention to cracks and crevices. We recommend treating the outside perimeter to help stop insect pests from coming indoors to start with. Apply Talstar P to a band of soil and vegetation 6 to 10 feet wide around and adjacent to the structure. Also, treat the foundation of the structure to a height of 2 to 3 feet.
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  • Asked by Rachel from Idaho
    05/06/2014
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    We live in Idaho and have Hobo spiders-will Talstar take care of these?
    A
    Talstar P will kill and is labeled to kill Hobo spiders among many other pest.
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  • Asked by Sam from Miami, Fl
    03/07/2015
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    Can Talstar be sprayed around baseboards in carpeted rooms?
    Can Talstar be sprayed around baseboards in carpeted rooms? If so, is it recommended to do so as part of my indoor periodic pest control?
    A
    Talstar can be sprayed along baseboards in carpeted rooms. It is not meant to be applied as a broadcast over carpets, more crack and crevices. Baseboards are fine, as it will dry clear. 
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  • Asked by John from Ny
    04/22/2015
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    Difference between Talstar P and Dominion 2L?
    What is the difference between this product and Dominion 2L? How long does it take to kill an insect that comes in contact with this?
    A

    Talstar P is a great general use insecticide that can be used both inside and outside for over 75 different pests.  It only kills the insects that contact a treated surface. Dominion 2L is a non repellent termiticide that can also be used a systemic insecticide for the listed pests.  Dominion will help to eliminate more than just want contacts a treated surface or treated soil, social insects will crawl over the product without detecting it, and spread it to each other by touch and food sharing, eventually eliminating the entire infestation.

    How long it takes the insects to die after they come into contact with a treated area will depend on a number of factors. It will depend on the maturity of the insect and type of insect as well as how long they stayed on the treated area, how long it has been since the area was treated and the concentration that was used to treat the area. Typically it can take anywhere from a couple of hours to a day or so for them to die

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  • Asked by Jen from Md
    05/18/2015
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    How long does the Talstar P last in storage?
    if i bought it 3 years ago and kept it inside, will it still be good?
    A
    The standar shelf life if stored properly is 3-5 years so it should certainly still be good for you to use. 
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  • Asked by Oscar from Alice Tx
    05/27/2015
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    Does Talstar P kill brown widows and black widows?
    A
    Yes, Talstar P will eradicate all spiders including brown recluse, brown widow and black widow species.
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    6 of 8 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Megam from Quincy, Mi
    06/21/2015
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    Is Talstar safe to spray around rivers, ponds, and lakes?
    A
    Talstar is highly toxic to all aquatic life and should not be used near any bodies of water including rivers, ponds or lakes. We do carry several products like Essentria IC3 that works similar to the Talstar but is a natural product that is completely safe for aquatic life. Please see the product label for full usage insructions depending on what pest you are treating for. On average, the manufacturer recommends using 1-2 oz of Essentria IC3 to every gallon of water. 
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