For best results, application of Merit Insecticide Granules should be followed by irrigation or rainfall, to help move the active ingredient into the soil.
Merit Insecticide Granules can only be applied with a spreader and then watered in with rainfall or irrigation. If you want to use Merit in a pump sprayer you can use the liquid concentrate version which is Merit 2F Insecticide.
Merit Insecticide Granules are not labeled for moles specifically. However, it does treat their food source, which are grubs. So once their food source is eliminated, they will move on in search of a new food source. If you're looking for something specifically labeled for moles, you can take a look at our Mole Guide for a list of products specifically for moles.
We do not know the settin of that spreader for application Merit granules. However, almost all fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, etc have treatments in amounts of so much product per 1000 square feet. So if you can figure out what your walking speed is then you know anytime you apply any product that calls for so much of it per 1000 square feet, you always set your spreader on this setting. You can calibrate this by marking off a 1000 square foot (10 x 100) area and placing 1.4 pounds of any type of product of similar granule size, or of the merit itself in the spreader. Start with a low setting and start walking your marked off area at a normal pace. You can adjust as you go and find the basic setting for you to apply the product over a 1000 square feet. The 60 pounds per acre equates to 1.4 pounds per 1000 square feet. Or, you can call Bayer, the manufacturer, and they may be able to tell you what setting you should have it on. You can reach them at (800) 331-2867.
Merit 75 WP - 2 oz. jar will treat scale insects. It would be better to use Merit 75 versus the granule. You can apply this product as a soil injection or soil drench around the base, for the root system to soak up and translocate up. Please refer to the Merit 75 Wp product page, as we have listed the applications to trees and shurbs. Also, be sure to refer to the product label for application as well.
No, Merit cannot be used in a vegetable garden for grubs. We recommend contacting your local cooperative extension for advice. These centers have master gardeners that are familiar with regional pests and regional vegetation and can offer advice on safe products to use in your vegetable garden.
For early grub control, you would apply Merit Granules 2 times a year, Spring (April-June) and Fall (Sept- Oct). Merit Granular is the longest lasting broad-spectrum grub control product on the market. You want to apply the product before egg hatch, followed by suffient rainfall or irrigation to move the active ingredient through the thatch. You will need 60lb-80lb per acre or 1.4lb - 1.8lb per 1,000sq feet.
To treat the Japanese Beetles, we recommend using Bifen IT at 1oz per 1 gallon of water. Bifen IT will give you a 30 day residual outside the home for over 75 different types of insects including Japanese Beetles as well as fleas, ticks, mosquitos, etc.
Merit Insecticide Granules can last up to 4 months. If you applied in late June, you would reapply around Novemeber.
Treating for grubs can often vary from region to region and can change with the weather you have each season. It is best to apply your grub control products in mid-June to mid-July, before the grubs hatch. The eggs hatch in the fall, and grubs feed on turf in fall, overwinter underground, and then feed again in the spring. You will see damage during both of these seasons. For more specific timing for your area we would recommend contacting your local county extension office. We also have a treatment guide with more helpful information on grub control.
Merit Granules should not be used on fruit trees. This product should be at least 10 feet outside of the drip line of a fruit tree as it will last in the soil for some time. If you are treating for grubs we would recommend using Milky Spore Powder instead. This product can be used around edibles and will kill and prevent grubs for up to 10 years.
Please check out our Grub Guide for tips on how to kill and prevent grubs. There is a lot of useful information!
Merit can be toxic to bees that it contacts directly. We do not recommend applying Merit or any other insecticides while pollinators are present or directly onto flowering plants where pollinators are likely to forage.
Per the manufacturer, the chickens can re-enter treated area after the application of Merit Insecticide Granules has dried.
Merit Granules are a great choice for grubs, just be sure you are applying before egg hatch so that the active ingredient has time to work systemically. There are some spreaders listed on the product label, however yours is not one of them. We usually recommend starting around one setting below the middle setting and then adjusting as needed.
For your more general pest prevention, Talstar Xtra Granules would be a great choice.
Merit Insecticide Granules are not labeled to control or kill ticks. We advise that you look at the DeltaGard G Granules for tick control. According to the Delta G Granules, a regular treatment program should be followed. Treat once a month when pests first appear in late spring (May-June) and continue until late summer (August-September) in the fall.
We do not know the setting for that spreader and we are not sure exactly what to set it on. However, almost all fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, etc have treatments in amounts of so much product per 1000 square feet. You can calibrate by marking off a 1000 square foot (10 x 100) area and placing 1.4 pounds of any type of product of similar granule size or of the Merit itself in the spreader. Start with a low setting and start walking your marked off area at a normal pace. You can adjust as you go and find the basic setting for you to apply the product over a 1000 square feet. You may also contact Scott's directly for help with calibration and recommended settings for your specific application.
