Our most popular general use product is called Talstar. It is widely used by pest control companies because it is labeled for almost every insect you could have a problem with and you can use it outside the home as well as inside, it is odorless and very safe for use around children and pets. It is a liquid concentrate that you mix with water in a one gallon hand pump sprayer. It will last for 60 to 90 days outside in between treatments. It is also labeled for lawn and ornamental use, and can be used on trees, plants, bushes and shrubs for all sorts of ornamental pests including Japanese beetles, mosquitoes, and other leaf eating pests. Talstar is also available in a granule formula called Talstar PL if you prefer to use granules.
We have a great article for doing your own pest control too: Do It Yourself Quarterly Pest Control
The most popular product for sod webworms is Talstar. Talstar is very effective on most insects including chinch bugs and it is gentle to plants. Time applications to control young larvae, if possible. Spot treatments may be applied when infestations are first detected and the damaged area is small. The treatment will be most effective if applied in the early evening when larvae begin feeding. Please check with your local cooperative extension office to see if a second generation is possible in one season in your region.
It is not usually required to use a surfactant with Talstar P.
Talstar should not harm trees or shrubs if used according to the instructions on the product label.
Yes, Talstar P (Talstar One) can be applied in a boom sprayer for applications.
Talstar P is only specifically labeled for clover mites and spider mites. It would be a good idea to get an identification of the mite species you are dealing with to be sure you choose the right product.
Talstar P (Talstar One) alone is good for perimeter treatment of general pests. For some pests you would benefit from mixing an IGR like Nyguard IGR with it. This prevents young insects (such as fleas, roaches, mosquitoes) from maturing into reproducing adults.
Yes, Talstar P is pet safe if used according to the instructions on the product label. Pets must be kept out of the area during application and until all surfaces are thoroughly dry.