You do not have to have a broadcast spreader to apply Advion Fire Ant Bait though it can make the application a bit easier for you. You can simply just sprinkle the bait around (not on) the mounds as directed on the product label. As long as the spreader you have can be calibrated to spread the small amount needed per acre you could use it. Please contact the manfacturer of the spreader for specific settings.
After using Advion Fire Ant Bait you should wait at least a year to plant anything edible in that area out of an abundance of caution, or replace the soil if you need to plant before than.
For best results, Advion Fire Ant Bait should be applied when rainfall or irrigation is not expected for atleast 4 hours after the application. Per the product label, rainfall or irrigation within 2 to 3 hours after application may reduce effectiveness and a repeat application within 7 days may be necessary to achieve the desired level of control. Do not apply if the area to be treated is wet with dew, irrigation or rainfall.
Advion Fire Ant Bait should be applied at the first sign of fire ant activity.
Yes, you could potentially use a hand spreader to apply an ant bait such as Advion Fire Ant Bait. Since the rates for ant baits are very low, we recommend starting on the lowest setting on your spreader and then adjusting if needed.
In regards to using baits and insecticides, Demon Max and Advion Fire Ant Bait applications need to be applied in different areas in order to keep the insecticide from contaminating the bait. There are no issues with apply a Weed n Feed and insecticide together as one is for turf and one is for insects.
We would recommend using Advion Fire Ant Bait for treating fire ant mounds individually or as a broadcast application over the entire lawn and using Demon Max for residual control on exterior foundation, around windows, doors, under sofits and eaves but also spraying the upper and lower foliage of bushes, trees, shrubs, etc in landscape beds and wooded areas around the home.
Review the Advion Fire Ant Bait product label for mound and broadcast rates.
Keep in mind, Demon Max is oil based so it can stain surfaces, siding, etc and also burn foliage if applied during the heat of the day or mixed stronger than the product label recommends.
We recommend mowing before application of Advion Fire Ant Bait for better control.