Per from Spotswood, Nj writes
If so, is this toxic for the 10 years the soil barrier treatment remains in the soil? Should I place a barrier in the soil around the plant to separate the soil from the application?
Termidor SC should not be applied directly to any foliage, including flowering plants. If you are concerned about ornamental plants being affected by Termidor SC when trenching, this product contains Fipronil which is not a systemic insecticide and would really not be absorbed by plants. Per the manufacturer, if fipronil were to get into plants, it can partially breakdown reducing any risk of translocating. The active is formulated to last up to 10 years in the soil because it binds with it when applied correctly. Please refer to the product label for complete application instructions.
Answer last updated on: 03/18/2022
