The only product that we carry that has more of the active ingredient bifenthrin in it is Bifen XTS. It is an oil based insecticide that should be used outdoors only for general pest control. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.
Bifen Granules recently had a product label change and the new label no longer lists springtails as a target pest. We recommend Demand G Granules to control springtails and they can be used as a perimeter application or over your entire lawn. Children can safely return to the treated area after it is completely dry.
The product label for Bifen Granules does not list any precautions for use on property with a well, but we would suggest not applying within 20 feet of the well just to be safe. Also, if your land slopes towards the well you should not apply granules on the slope in case a hard rain causes the granules to move with the runoff towards the well.
Bifen Granules are not used for flying insects including flying beetles. Most flying insects may not touch areas treated. We would recommend the liquid, Bifen IT. It is mixed at 1 fl oz per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft. Please refer to the product label for complete mixing and application instructions. This will offer some control if applied to the trees, bushes and grass.
Bifen Granules are applied for listed pests on the product label once every 2-4 months. You will broadcast and then water in the granules. They are pet safe when dry but they are not for grazing pastures/around grazing animals. Please let us know more about your treatment areas and targeted pests for additional/alternate recommendations.
Bifen L/P Insecticide Granules are safe for people, pets and wildlife once the product has dried completely.
Bifen L/P Insecticide Granules must be applied with spreader only and then watered in as directed on the product label.
Bifen L/P Insecticide Granules can be applied up to 0.4lbs AI/A in commercial areas, but only 0.2lbs AI/A in residential areas. You would need to use the rate of 2.3lbs per 1000 sq ft for your residential lawn.
Bifen L/P Insecticide Granules is not labeled for spittlebugs. A better option would be the liquid version Bifen IT, as long as you are not in California per the label.
Bifen L/P Insecticide Granules are not specifically labeled for wasps. We would recommend treating with a liquid such as Bifen IT and dust any nesting openings or burrows with Delta Dust.
Bifen L/P Granules is labeled to kill ants in general, it can be used as a general broadcast outdoors. If you have a lot of activity, you could use the Outdoor Ant Kit instead. We recommend to review our Ant Control Guide for further tips and info.
Leaf Cutter ants are one of the hardest ant species to control. The colonies are large and the ants make their own food so poison baits only have limited effects on this species of ants. According to several university websites, Maxforce Complete Granules containing hydramethlynon are some what effective, though they will usually eliminate only about 30% of a large colony in one treatment and will need to be reapplied several times. DeltaGard granules is one of the only products actually labeled for leaf cutter ants. The product label recommends treating the mound directly and lightly watering the granules in. Again, it may take several treatments to get the desired results. We also recommend contacting your local cooperative extension office to see if they have any recommendations for products that have worked for other people in your region.
The product label for Bifen Granules does not say anything about use near a well, but we would suggest not applying granules within at least 10 feet of the well just to be safe
Bifen L/P Insecticide Granules is not specifically labeled to target cicadas before they emerge, but may help to reduce the population if applied before they burrow. Keep in mind that cicadas really are beneficial insects and only emerge during a short period of the summer. Most broods do not emerge every year.
Yes, Bifen L/P Insecticide Granules CAN be shipped to California. Please contact us directly at 1-866-581-7378 if you continue to have difficulties and a representative will be happy to assist you.
Due to how many thousands of different spreader types and granulated products there are on the market, there are no master lists that allow us to know the spreader settings for each individual spreader and product used. The best thing to do to make sure you get the results you need from the product is to place the amount for 1000 sq/ft into your spreader and choose a setting somewhere in the middle or a notch or two below that. Walk a 1000 sq/ft area and note how much is being dispersed as you go. If you find the product is being put out too quickly and you feel you will run out before you cover the whole area, you can move the setting to a smaller option. If the opposite is happening and you find you have lots of product still in your spreader after you've covered 1000 sq/ft, you can move the setting up to release more product at a time. We also have a handy video showing how to calibrate your spreader for the product you use that you can see here.
Bifen L/P Insecticide Granules are not labeled for control of roaches or stink bugs. Roaches are difficult to kill with lawn granules because they are larger insects and often travel on the top of treated areas where they would not contact a product that has been watered into the ground. For stink bugs, we recommend using a residual insecticide spray such as Bifen IT applied to the structure in late summer and fall to prevent this overwintering pest from entering your home.
We have detailed Treatment and Prevention Guides for both of these insects:
Roach Prevention Guide
Stink Bug Prevention Guide
