NO, Tempo SC Ultra cannot be applied to humans or animals. We do offer flea/tick control products for dogs.
Yes, Tempo SC Ultra is labeled for earwigs and will do a great job controlling them.
Tempo SC Ultra has not been tested on fruit trees. Any fruit that has come from the sprayed tree should be discarded.
You want to use 16mL of Tempo SC Ultra into 1 gallon of water to kill wasps.
No, Tempo SC Ultra cannot be used on animals at all.
We would recommend using something like Permethrin SFR for use on listed animals (do not use on cats). Be sure to check the label with regards to mixing ratios and how often the product can be used. Please refer to our new Animal Care Products section for more options.
Tempo SC Ultra is a water based insecticide and will not stain surfaces such as brick, wood or slate.
Tempo SC Ultra cannot be used on animals at all. You can find dog flea control products here.
Per the instructions on the product label, if Tempo SC Ultra gets on your skin, you should remove any contaminated clothing immediately. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and contact a physician or poison control.
Tempo SC Ultra is pet safe once it is completely dry. It will not be harmful for pets to come in contact with the dried product.
Tempo SC Ultra is applied at 4-8 mL per gallon of water per 1,000 sq. ft. for armyworms. Please refer to the product label for complete application instructions.
Tempo SC Ultra is not labeled to kill maggots. If you are experiencing maggots, we suggest locating the source and thoroughly cleaning the area where you are noticing activity.
Yes, Tempo SC Ultra can be used to noseeums as a perimeter spray around the exterior of the structure and around doorways, window frames, light fixtures, and similar areas where flying insects may gather. Many people will also include Microcare Aerosol. This product offers a fast knockdown and kill of flying insects, giving you immediate relief and it will also help prevent these insects from coming in through screens. We have a great article that includes additional tips that you can find here.
Tempo SC Ultra is not labeled for use as a systemic insecticide. To help you find the correct product for your needs, please give us a call at 866-581-7378, M - F 9 am to 5 pm. You can also email us: support@domyown.com.
Yes, you could use Tempo SC Ultra to treat caterpillars on mountain laurels, just be sure to get thorough coverage of all sides of the leaves. Control will be most successful when larvae are young. You can also use products containing Bt or Spinosad to target caterpillars. You can read more information about the genista caterpillars in this article from your Texas A&M Extension.
Tempo SC Ultra is not a selective insecticide and it will kill honeybees if it is sprayed in places where honey bees are foraging. Tempo SC cannot be used on raspberry plants. Instead you may consider using something like Bayer Advanced Fruit, Citrus and Vegetable Insect Control. This product is not selective either so it is important to not spray in areas where the bees are actively foraging. Do not harvest fruit until at least 7 days after application.
Tempo SC Ultra will kill ants that have come into contact with the areas treated with the product but it will not reach the nesting locations. Harvester ants should be left alone if they are not a direct threat or nuisance. They provide food for many animals, and also help distribute grass seed, and are overall beneficial. However, if control becomes necessary, you can easily get rid of harvester ants using the right professional products.Granular ant baits are the best choice to control harvester ants. Nearly any granular ant bait will work, but look for those labeled for use on harvester ants.Products with abamectin, like Advance 375A Select Granular Ant Bait, bifenthrin, like Talstar PL Granules and hydramethylnon, like Maxforce Complete Granular Bait, among many others, will all be effective against harvester ants. Always follow the label instructions carefully, but 2-5 tablespoons of granular bait scattered over the colony’s central opening should be sufficient to control the colony. For non-chemical control, destroy nests and habitat with regular mowing and other lawn maintenance.
Yes! Tempo SC Ultra is a popular product to treat for Carpenter Bees. It would also be a good idea to dust in the bored holes with a product like Delta Dust to kill the larvae. You may also want to check out our Carpenter Bee Guide for more tips on how to treat and prevent carpenter bees.
It is recommended to wear goggles, face shield, or safety glasses, chemical resistant gloves, and long sleeves and pants when applying Tempo SC Ultra.
Tempo SC Ultra could harm lightning bugs/fireflies if they land on a treated surface long enough to receive a lethal dosage.
You can use Tempo SC Ultra in your lawn to help control cicada killers, however you still need to dilute it at 16 mL (0.5 oz) per gallon of water and apply using a hand pump sprayer.
Cicada Killer wasps thrive in disturbed environments, such as landscaped yards and places where bare soil is exposed. You can discourage the wasps from nesting in your yard by cutting your grass on the highest setting and by adding a thick layer of mulch to flower beds during the Cicada Killer Wasp season. These wasps do not like over saturated lawns either, so over watering during their season will help prevent them. Unfortunately, there is no fool proof way to prevent cicada killer wasps.
We also like to let our customers know that the Cicada Killer wasps are beneficial insects that provide free pest control for a couple months each year. Cicada killer wasps paralyze and provision their burrows with other insects to feed their young. The beneficial Cicada killer wasps, while large and intimidating to see, are mostly harmless and there have been very few reports of anyone getting stung by just being near them. In most cases where a sting was reported, the wasps were being held or molested in some way. Cicada Killer Wasp stings are also reported to be almost painless.
