Sevin Concentrate is only labeled for outdoor use. We suggest using our Roach Control Kits for roaches. You can also use PT Ultracide for fleas. Please take a look at our Roach and Flea control guides for more information.
Yes, Sevin is labeled to treat for chiggers. Please follow the product label for application.
Sevin Concentrate can be mixed with an herbicide as long as the products mix in the tank. Please keep in mind that these two products have two mix and app rates and the rates may not be as specific when mixed and applied together.
Sevin Concentrate is labeled for many beetles. It does not specifically list asian lily beetles. Please provide details on the treatment area for an alternate recommendation.
Yes, Sevin Concentrate can be used for potato beetles. Please see the product label for complete application instructions.
Per the product label, Sevin Concentrate can be applied "as needed," but cannot exceed a certain number of applications per year. The exact number of applications will depend on what type(s) of plants are being treated and can be found on the product label.
For best results, you should apply Sevin Concentrate at least 24 hours before you are expecting any rain. After that point, it will be rainfast.
Because every hose-end sprayer is different, we cannot say specifically what setting you will need to use. The water is just acting as a carrier for the concentrate, so you should start with a low setting and see how much water you use to cover a small area and then adjust your settings accordingly. There is more detail in the chart of page 5 of the Sevin Concentrate product label.
Sevin Concentrate is labeled for Japanese beetles but is not labeled for application on herbs. We would recommend using something like Pyganic Gardening instead.
Sevin Concentrate can be used to treat various pests on sweet potatoes. It would be a good idea to get an identification of the pest you need to treat for so that you can be sure you are choosing the best product for your needs.
Sevin Concentrate is used at 4 oz of product per gallon of water when applied with a Hand Pump sprayer or Hose-End sprayer.
Sevin Concentrate is not labeled for broad mites. Something like Bayer Advanced Natria Insect, Disease and Mite Control may be a better option for you.
For best results, you should apply Sevin Concentrate at least 24 hours before you are expecting any rain. After that point, it will be rainfast and you will not need to reapply. If Sevin had to chance to dry before that time, it is rain fast after that. This occurs likely within 6 hours if sooner you may need to reapply.
Sevin Concentrate insecticide kills over 500 listed insects and protects over 250 listed fruits and vegetables. Please see the Label for a complete list. It is not labeled for bedbugs or fleas. Please take a look at our Bed bug kits. and Outdoor Flea and Tick Kit.
Sevin Concentrate will kill many types of adult insects, but it will not treat the larvae. Depending on the insect you are treating for please look at our IGR’s labeled for your specific needs.
Sevin Concentrate does not have to be sprayed directly on bugs to be effective but is only labeled to be used for chinch bugs around sweet potatoes.
Use Sevin Concentrate as a spot treatment, spraying to the point of run-off and making sure to cover all sides of leaves and trunk. Reapply if pests return but repeat applications should be limited to no more than once per seven days
We would recommend using a product like Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Drench. This product is labeled for boring weevils in Pecan trees.
Sevin Concentrate can be applied when the dew dries in the morning. If it was applied yesterday and dried prior to this morning’s dew, the application should be fine and should not need to be repeated.
Sevin Concentrate will not harm birds or other wildlife when applied as directed on the product label. There is only a very small amount of pesticide over any given area, only enough to kill insects. It best applied when animals are not in the area until the application is dry.
