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  • Asked by Lacey from Indianapolis, Indiana
    10/04/2011
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    Does Tempo SC Ultra work against brownish-orange ladybugs?
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra should do a great job for asian lady beetles. You should use 8ml - 16ml per gallon of water. Be sure to spray in places where the beetles are actually landing or harboring to insure that they are contacting treated areas.
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    26 of 30 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Bev from Wolf Point,mt
    10/03/2011
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    Does it hurt the cat to eat the bugs after being sprayed with Tempo?
    A
    After Tempo SC is diluted there is only enough active ingredient to kill small insects and will not harm cats.
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    27 of 31 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Debbie from Great Falls, Mt
    10/02/2011
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    Does Tempo SC Ultra spray have an expiration date?
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra does not have an expiration date from the manufacturer, but most liquid concentrates usually have a shelf life of 5 years.  You should try to use it within this time frame because the concentrates do settle over time.  You should always keep the lid on tight and not place the bottle in direct sunlight. Also, you should agitate the bottle every couple of months if you are not using it to prevent the concentrate from settling.
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    106 of 114 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Sande from Faribault, Mn
    08/22/2011
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    Will Tempo SC Ultra work for camelback crickets?
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra will eliminate camel-back crickets that come into contact with treated areas.  Be sure to read and follow the Tempo SC Ultra product label for best results.
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    1 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Melissa from Lake Placid
    08/20/2011
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    Which product would be best for flea and tick control indoors and out, Tempo SC or Demand CS?
    A

    Demand CS is not labeled to use indoors for flea control and Tempo SC can only be used as a crack and crevice or spot treatment for fleas indoors.  Either product would be a great choice for outdoor flea control. Most customers use a product such as Ultracide for indoor flea control and a then use a liquid concentrate like the Demand or Tempo outdoors. If you want to use the same product for both indoor and outdoor flea treatments you should consider purchasing our Outdoor Flea Kit. This kit contains Onslaught which is a broad spectrum insecticide which can be used as a broadcast spray for both indoor and outdoor infestations. The kit also contains Martins IGR which will help break the breeding cycle of the fleas for long term control.

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    3 of 3 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Brian
    08/17/2011
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    Once bedbugs come in contact with Tempo SC ultra how long does it take to kill them?
    A

     Tempo SC Ultra is not labeled to kill bed bugs. Our bedbug kits come with all top of the line products that are available on the market today, along with instructions to follow. When applied properly, our kits have a very high success rate. We recommend reading our article on How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs for more information on a treatment program using the products and non-chemical efforts.

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    54 of 62 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Lynn from Bismarck, Nd
    08/16/2011
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    Will Tempo kill slugs if sprayed around the base of plants where slugs lurk?
    A
    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.
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    16 of 17 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Linda
    07/30/2011
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    Why can't Tempo be used on edible vegetation?
    Our garden was sprayed and I'm hoping a good washing will take care of any residual product.
    A
    Tempo cannot be applied to vegetation because the manufacturer did not label it to be applied to edible vegetation.  The manufacturer would probably tell you to discard any items that were sprayed with the tempo.  Unfortunately.  You may want to contact the manufacturer, BAYER, to be sure.  You can reach them at (800) 331-2867.
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    5 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Liana
    07/22/2011
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    Is Tempo SC Ultra safe for bees?
    i have a large garden and i do not want to effect the honeybees that visit. will tempo sc kill the honeybees?
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra as well as any other insecticide can be harmful to honeybees in the area.  You should direct any application of pesticides to the stems and leaves of the plant or flower and try not to get any on the actual flowering part where the bees pollinate.
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    26 of 26 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by T.
    07/18/2011
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    Is Tempo SC Ultra suitable for wasps found in the void of the wall?
    Is there a three-month residual effect?
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra can be applied in a wall void, but dust products are much better suited for flying insects. Our most popular dust  for bees/wasp is Tempo Dust.  You will need a hand duster to apply it with.  It usually works within 24 to 48 hours. You want to go up to the opening where they are flying in and out of at dusk or at night when they are not active and puff twice directly into the hole.  Then pull the duster out and puff directly at the hole to cover the opening from about 5 inches away.  This is the most efficient and fastest way to eliminate a bee/yellow jacket/wasp nest.
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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Cheryl
    07/14/2011
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    Does Tempo SC Ultra work on flies
    MY house has become infested with flies. My friend used this product for the Asian beetle and said she never saw another bug after that. She gave me the bottle to try to get rid of my fly problem.
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra is labeled for flies. It is important for you to read the product label and follow the directions for indoor applications for fly control. We urge you to get the flies identified so that you can figure out the source so you can stop this pest from gaining entry to your home in the future. You can contact your local cooperative extension office and ask to speak to the entomologist on staff to request an insect identification.
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    0 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Helen
    07/12/2011
    Q
    Spraying on ground under tomato plant that has tomato on vine with Tempo SC Ultra. Can you eat the tomato?
    Do I need to pull up the plant or pick all green tomatoes?
    A
    You should not eat any fruit or vegetable that comes into contact with Tempo SC Ultra. We do not recommend treating within such a close proximity to the plants. Applications should be kept far enough away from the plants as to avoid contact with the foliage, and with the root system.
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    36 of 40 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Betty
    07/07/2011
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    Does Tempo SC Ultra kill mosquitoes?
    I live next to a creek and the mosquitoes are terrible. I cannot even leave the house because they swarm all over you. Help!!
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra is labeled for mosquitoes and will do a great job helping you control this pest. You will need to take special care that you do not get any Tempo SC Ultra into the creek as this product is toxic to fish and other aquatic animals. Apply Tempo SC Ultra according to page 6 of the product label on trees, bushes, shrubs and other foliage in your yard being sure that you are spraying the underside of the leaves where mosquitoes like to spend the heat of the day.
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    257 of 274 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Cole
    06/25/2011
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    We have fleas in our chicken coop and was wondering if I can spray Tempo SC Ultra in the coop?
    If I can, how long after I spray do I have to wait until letting the chickens back in? Can I spray before I clean it (to keep from getting fleas myself) and then spray again after I clean it?
    A

    Tempo SC Ultra is labeled for use in and around poultry houses, however you cannot apply it inside the living space of the chickens.  The only product we have that is labeled for use inside and all around coops is Riptide.  It is usually meant for ULV fogging or misting systems, but can be used in pressurized sprayer and applied inside poultry houses. It can even be applied to the chickens themselves to help with poultry fleas and mites.

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    5 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Chad
    06/19/2011
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    Can I use Tempo SC Ultra to control garden pests? Is it safe? Is there a Tempo that is safe for a garden?
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra cannot be applied on any edible vegetation. As far as we are aware there is not a Tempo product that can be applied to edible vegetation. We do carry a full line of products that can be used on fruits and vegetables. Simply type the name of the plant into our search function (top left hand side of page) on our home page and click GO. The search will return the most relevant products and you will be able to compare the products and decide which would work best for your needs.
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    122 of 135 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Julie
    06/18/2011
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    How long after a rain do I need to wait to apply Tempo SC?
    I'm hosting a party and want to spray my yard. It rained overnight and could possibly rain in the afternoon before the party. Wondering if the product will still work or if it is better to wait.
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra will hold up very well in the rain, but you just need to apply it when it is not going to rain for about 3 to 4 hours so it has time to dry and set.
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    7 of 9 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Linda
    06/11/2011
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    Will Tempo kill a rose chafer? Does this product work directly to insects or do they have to ingest the leaves?
    I have these beetles that appear to be an infestation. When I look them up on the internet, they appear to look like a rose chafer beetle. A flowered shrub was littered with them and now they are moving to a newly planted river birch and are eating up the foliage. I applied Tempo already and let dry, it has since rained, but the beetles keep coming in swarms. How often can I apply this product. It works great, but the beetles just keep coming, I don't want to over spray and kill my new tree.
    A
    Tempo should not hurt the bush at all and is commonly used on turf and ornamentals.  You can spray the tree/shrub as often as needed.  The Tempo does not kill the bugs when they ingest the leaves, it just kills them by touch and when the beetles land on a leaf they pick up the product on their bodies.  The plant should not absorb the product due to the waxy coating on the leaves.
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    9 of 11 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Carla
    06/09/2011
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    Can I spray Tempo SC on my horse, 15 years ago, I used to use it on all my livestock.
    A
    Tempo SC can not be sprayed on any type of animal. Tempo SC is labeled to use in cracks and crevices in the barn or housing area but it is not labeled to be used on the animals themselves. We do carry Riptide and Permethrin SFR, both of which are labeled to be used on horses.
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    5 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Mike
    03/26/2011
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    Can I use Tempo SC Ultra in a hose end sprayer for Chiggers?
    What is the mix ratio for Tempo SC Ultra for use in a hose end sprayer? Is this a good insecticide for Chiggers?
    A
    You should apply Tempo SC Ultra at a rate of 8 ml of Tempo per 1000 square feet.  The amount of water depends on how much you need to apply the 8 ml over the area of 1000s square feet.  It can be mixed with a few gallons of water, or 10 gallons of water, just as long as the 8 ml is applied over the 1000 square feet.
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    3 of 8 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Lyn
    02/04/2011
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    Is Tempo SC Ultra harmful to spray on citrus trees? Will it effect any future fruit?
    A
    Tempo Sc Ultra is not labeled to spray on fruit trees or any other edible or fruiting plants. We do carry a variety of products that may fit your needs. Please take a few minutes to check out Ferti-lome Liquid Carbaryl Garden Spray and Fertilome Triple Action Plus II.
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    0 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
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