Talstar P will kill any flies that come into contact with a treated surface. You may want to take a look at our Fly Control Guide for more information on treating and preventing this pest.
You can spray your front and back yard but you cannot spray your patio furniture with Talstar P Professional Insecticide.
Yes, Talstar P Professional Insecticide has a secondary product label specifically for treating Spotted Lantern Flies. We also have a great guide for them here.
Talstar P Professional Insecticide is not labeled for use in pastures with grazing animals.
Talstar P Professional Insecticide can be used on newly planted ornamentals. It is known for being super gentle on plants and is safe when used as directed.
Talstar has a residual for up to a month outdoors and 90 days indoors. Normally as long as Talstar has had at least 6 hours of dry time after it has been applied, then it is considered rain fast to most rain conditions that would come afterwards. If you had a heavy down pour for a few days that started 7 hours after then you may need to reapply at that point. But standard summer rain showers should not break down the residual.
Talstar P is not labeled to treat for grubs. Dylox 6.2 would be an excellent alternative when treating for grubs that are actively feeding. Merit Granules or Dominion 2L also work well for grubs. We do have several products that are specifically labeled for grub worms on our website: Grub Worm Control. We also recommend that you contact your local cooperative extension office and inquire about the best time to start treatments for grubs in your region.
No, Talstar can not be used on firewood. We do not recommend applying a ny product prior to burning.
The best way to keep insects out of the home is through thorough exclusion methods. This includes caulking cracks and crevices around window frames and door frames, sealing up gaps around pipes or wires that enter the home, patching any holes or gaps in soffits, siding or brick, checking and replacing weather stripping around doors, checking for holes in screens, etc. Even the best insecticides on the market are not going to absorb into an insects body faster than it could potentially crawl over that surface and make its way into a gap or crack in the home. Thorough and regular treatments around the perimeter of the home and yard will help reduce insect populations over time as well to keep the amount alive or present that could get into the home down to a minimum. Onslaught FastCap is a great solution for quicker knock down of initial insect populations when you treat, and provides a broad spectrum of insects it can control. Its residual is roughly 1-2 months per spray outdoors, and at least 3 -6 months indoors.
Depending on how much of the mixed solution of Talstar P Professional Insecticide contacted the mattress, we would recommend using an upholstery cleaner/mattress cleaner and blot up any damp areas. Allow damp areas to completely dry before putting linens on the bed or sleeping on the mattress.
For the headboard, this residual can be removed with warm soapy water.
For further questions, we would suggest contacting the manufacturer FMC directly at 800-321-1362.
Talstar P Professional Insecticide can be safely applied in temps of no more than 85 degrees. We recommend applying in the early morning or evening when it's cooler.
Yes, Talstar P is labeled for crack and crevice application indoors as well as in crawlspaces. Please refer to the product label for complete application instructions.
Talstar P 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. You should also take a look at our "How To Get Rid of Springtails" article for further information.
No, Talstar P Professional Insecticide cannot be used on or around anything you will consume.
Yes, you can use a hose end sprayer to apply the Talstar P. Please be sure to review the product label for more information and complete application instructions.
Talstar P is labeled for moths, but not catapillars.
Yes, Talstar P is safe for dogs and other pets if used as directed on the product label. Dogs need to be kept out of the area during application and until all surfaces are dry. It is fine for them to return to normal activity once the area is completely dry.
Talstar P Professional Insecticide should be mixed at .5 an oz per gallon for spiders. But yes, products such as Talstar have a more difficult time taking care of spiders. Something such as Demon Max or Suspend SC would work better on spiders. Their formulation helps stick to surfaces better & their legs as well. Will also take care of the food sources that are making them harbor them. Also make sure to take down any spider webs as they come up to make them want to relocate.
