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Homeowners and pest control operators are excited about the superior results delivered by Ascend Fire Ant Bait. Easy to apply granular bait may be applied directly from the 2 lb container or with a professional spreader.
Product Documents
Active Ingredient | Abamectin 0.01% |
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Target pests | Fire Ants, Pharaoh Ants and Related Ants, Indoors and Outdoors |
Application | * See label for complete application instructions |
Pet safe | Yes, if used as directed on label |
Shipping Weight | 2.39 lbs |
Manufacturer | Whitmire Micro-Gen (Mfg. Number: 59011796) |
EPA Registration | 499-370 |
Features:
How does the active ingredient Abamectin work to kill ants?
The active ingredient in Ascend is a stomach insecticide which acts to reduce ant workers. The bait is also passed by the workers throughout the ant colony and eventually to the queen. Ascend is toxic to ants; however, it is most effective against the ant queen and causes an immediate halt of egg production and disappearance of worker brood. The disappearance of worker ants leads to the decline and eventual elimination of the ant colony.
When should I apply Ascend Fire Ant Bait?
How do I apply Ascend Fire Ant Bait?
OUTDOORS: Apply after dew or rainfall has dried for maximum effectiveness. For best results, do not apply if rainfall is anticipated within 4 to 6 hours after application.
INDOORS: Do not use in the food/feed areas of food/feed handling establishments, restaurants or other areas where food is commercially prepared or processed. Do not use in serving areas while food is exposed or facility is in operation.
This product works!
By Dash on 04/20/2012
We live in College Station, Texas where fire ants abound. The past 10 years we owned a home in the city and hired a pest control company to treat the yard every 3 months. Never had an ant problem. Recently we bought a home on 7 acres with a huge ant problem. Our pest control company does not treat such large acreage but gave us their secret. Ascend! I could not find the product locally and found DoMyOwnPestControl.com in an online search. I called the 800 number and was very pleased with the service by an actual person. I feel comfortable with this company and will order online from now on. To spread the granules we used a small spreader attached to our riding mower and spread most of the acreage. A hand spreader works if you have a normal size yard. You do not have to cover every inch as the ants take the granules back to the queen. Within days the ants disappeared! We have 10 plus years experience now with this product and I highly recommend it.
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Ascend Fire Ant Bait
By Ron on 10/01/2010
I have used this product for several years and it is the most effective product I have found. It works quickly and efficiently. I use it once every season and it takes care of my fire ant problems for the entire year. I delayed a bit in my annual treatment this year and, naturally, the fire ants started to take over my yard. Within 48 hours after application they were gone!
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This stuff works for my black ant problem
By Ilovedolls on 05/10/2011
I live on an ant hill. I have had ants for the past 55 years. I have been using this product for the past 8 years. I sprinkle it around my house in the spring time and throughout the summer. I do not get ants coming in like I used to and even get through a whole summer without seeing them in the house. The only drawback to this product is that I have to reapply after it rains since water DEACTIVATES it. Still it is easier and more economical then using the bait traps. The ants just carry the pieces away, eat it and then die. Keeps the ants under control.
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Ascend Fire Ant Bait
By Penny on 06/21/2010
This bait said it was good for other related ants (Pharoah Ants). I placed this product outdoors directly on my problem area and the ants seemed to walk over the bait and were not bothered by it. They did not eat it or cart it off into their nest. The bait stayed there for days before it rained and I still have my ant problem. It did not appear to work at all.
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Dispensing in the key
By Erik on 05/14/2012
I have used this product over the years and have noticed one thing. If you pile it too high and too close to the mound the fire ants will ignore it. Its better to spread it thinly around the mound maybe a 3 to 4 foot circle. The ants will find it and will bring it to the queen eventually, and it works.
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5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I'm searching for non-chemical, natural, not toxic to humans/pets solution for fire ants. Is Ascend? (We've recently been invaded by LFA, & the whole island is searching for product that's effective & non-chemical, non-toxic. I really hope I've found it in Ascend!)
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I have a Scotts Turf Builder Edge Guard Mini and a Scotts Handy Green II. My lot is 120ft by 80ft. with a big old house and pool in the center so I do not have an acre. I was just wondering the setting for the edge guard if you know. I could treat the imported red fire ant mounds individually but I would rather broadcast. I'd rather not have to find a mound by stepping on it like I have been doing.
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My whole yard (approximately 1/2 acre. I don't need a commercial amount. Just want to get rid of these now before they get in my house.
Ascend Fire Ant Bait was discontinued in the 2 lb container. It is currently only available in a 25 lb box. You can browse our other Fire Ant Control Products here; we do sell several other fire ant baits that are available in smaller quantities.
Ascend Fire Ant Bait
Rating: 4.1 (10 Reviews / 5 Q&A)