Martins Permethrin 10% - Questions & Answers

Thoroughly wet down grass a few hours before applying. Home lawns should be no taller than 3 inches at time of application. Slightly more water may be used as long as the amount of product per area is as listed below. For heavy infestations, repeat application after 2 weeks.1 1/2 fl. ozs of Martins Permethrin 10%  is mixed in 10 gals. of water to cover 1,000 sq. ft.

Martins Permethrin 10% does not include tree borers as a target insect on the product label, or application to trees in general, therefore we cannot advise on rates for this treatment. Permethrin SFR 36.8 is labeled for borers and bark beetles on dogwood trees. Per the product label, this is applied at 32 to 64 fl oz per 100 gallons of water (0.32 to 0.64 per gallon / 3.2 to 6.4 fl oz per 10 gallons of water). Apply to the lower branches and trunks prior to adult emergence. T

horough coverage of bark is required for control. Adult emergence varies according to pest species, host tree, environmental conditions and geographic location. Please consult with your local County Cooperative Extension Office for the best timing in your area 

Martins Permethrin 10% cannot be reapplied in 2-3 weeks. 

Martins Permethrin 10% may be used to treat dogs over 12 weeks of age for fleas, ticks, mange, and lice (do NOT apply permethrin products on cats). Per the product label, you should mix 8 oz. in 12.5 gallons of water, which would break down to 0.64 ounces per 1 gallon of water. 

"Thoroughly wet the animal by dipping, sponging or spraying. Allow animal to dry in a warm place without rinsing or toweling. Do not reapply product for two to three weeks. Consult a veterinarian before using this product on debilitated, aged, pregnant or nursing animals on medication."

 

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Yes, Martins Permethrin 10% is labeled for ticks. Please review the product label for more information about applications. Also, please take a moment to review our “How to Get Rid of Ticks” guide to implement a successful treatment plan.

This product cannot be used on mattresses and can only be used as a light spray on carpets for flea or beetle control indoors. Scabies mites do not infest the home, they are a dermal(skin) problem that must be addressed by a dematologist and the creams or medicines they prescribe. There are not products for scabies mites on mattresses because they do not live on those surfaces. If you are looking for something to spray on the surface as a "just in case" contact kill, you could use Sterifab. All other treatment of scabies will be administered by doctors.

Martin's Permethrin 10% is labeled for mites and fogging poultry houses, swine houses, cattle and horse barns, etc. Per the label, “FOG OR FINE MIST: Apply, directing the spray toward the ceiling and upper corners until the area is filled with mist. Use about 2 ounces per 1000 cubic feet of space. For best results, close doors and windows before spraying and keep closed for 10-15 minutes. Remove animals prior to treatment, ventilate before reoccupying. Dilute 8 ozs. in 6.25 gals. water.”

Thoroughly wet down grass a few hours prior to applying Martins Permethrin 10%. Home lawns should be not more than 3 inches tall at the time of application. For ants, crickets, and grasshoppers use 1/2 oz per 3 gallons of water to cover 1,000 sq ft. For other listed insects use 1.5 oz in 10 gallons of water to cover 1,000 sq ft. For heavy infestations repeat application in 2 weeks.