Tempo SC Ultra cannot be used to treat anything that would hold edibles. Evergreen Pyrethrum Concentrate is a broad spectrum insecticide that is OMRI listed for use in certified organic production and would be a better option for contact killing.
Tempo SC Ultra should not be applied to anything that animals would consume. Anything edible that was treated or sprayed with Tempo SC should not be consumed and should be discarded.
Tempo SC Ultra will not harm rose bushes if used as directed on the product label.
Tempo SC Ultra is a liquid, not a powder. Treated areas should dry clear when used as directed on the product label.
There are not any issues with applying Tempo SC Ultra and fertilizer close to together on the same day as each other.
Yes, it is usually recommended to mix an IGR such as Nyguard with Tempo SC Ultra when treating for roaches. You may want to look over our Roach Control Guide for more information on treating this pest.
Yes, Tempo SC Ultra can be used on ornamentals for earwigs.
Yes, Tempo SC Ultra will kill and eliminate various types of ticks. It is recommended that you mix the product at the rate of 8-16 ml per gallon of water. This can be used every 21-30 days as needed outdoors. Be sure to focus on the areas where ticks would be, such as on and around brush.
Also, please check out our Tick Guide for tips on how to treat and prevent ticks.
Tempo SC Ultra can be used outside your raised garden, being careful to avoid root zones. We recommend not to spray on a windy day and cover the garden while you're treating. You could also use baits, like the Advance Carpenter Ant Bait along with the Maxforce Carpenter Ant Bait Gel in Bait Plate Stations or Ants No More Bait Stations.
Tempo is not labeled to control slugs. Slugs put down a continuous layer of mucus which makes it impossible for dried deposits of insecticide sprays to reach the actual slug. You will need to use a slug bait such as Sluggo Plus or Hi-Yield Improved Slug and Snail Bait to control the slugs near your plants.
Tempo SC Ultra is not labeled to be used where animals graze. Another option would be Essentria All Purpose. This can be used for insects in pastures and is safe for grazing purposes
Yes, Tempo SC Ultra can be used to control gnats and flies.
Tempo SC Ultra lasts up to 30 days outdoors and up to 90 days indoors.
No, Tempo SC Ultra cannot be applied daily and is not a contact kill to be sprayed as you see insects. Residual of the product is 30 days outside and it can take time to kill those fleas that contact a treated area. Applying everyday will irritate the fleas more and make them more active. If needed you would not reapply for at least 7-10 days. We have a guide here that can help explain the most effective treatment for fleas as well.
Tempo SC Ultra can help to kill those bees that contact a treated area long enough to receive a lethal dose and helps deter them from nesting in treated areas.
Tempo SC Ultra cannot be used on any pasture area or anywhere that animals graze so we would not recommend applying in those areas. If you are referring to livestock housing areas, animals can return to the treated area once dry, normally a few hours.
Tempo SC Ultra is labeled for carpet beetles if that is what you mean, but only along baseboards and in cracks and crevices around infested rooms. We are not able to find any information on a carpet weevil insect.
Yes, Tempo SC Ultra can safely be broadcast in your lawn.
Tempo SC Ultra is not labeled for use on marijuana plants.
No, Tempo SC Ultra is not labeled for grub control. For a liquid grub control, Dominion 2L is a popular choice. We have more tips in our Grub Treatment Guide here.
