Talstar PL Granular Insecticide can be used on any grass type safely as it is only an insecticide. It is recommended to apply early morning or late evening though & not during the hottest time of the day
Talstar PL Granular Insecticide is not labeled for fire flys
Talstar PL Granular Insecticide is mixed at 1.15-4.6 lbs per 1k square feet depending on the pest. So a 25 lb bag will yield between 21.74 - 5.43 square feet depending on what rate you broadcast it at
Talstar PL is It is safe against non-target animals such as birds, pets, and other mammals.
Talstar PL Granular Insecticide need to be watered 1/2 inch to activate.
Talstar PL granules is not labeled to be used for carpenter ants. We recommend the Talstar XTRA Granular instead as it is labeled for carpenter ants. Please feel free to go over our Carpenter Ant Treatment Guide for further information.
I would recommend spraying for any flying insects like mosquitos. Talstar P (Talstar One) is a good spray to use for general insecticide.
The active ingredient in Talstar PL granules is bifenthrin, which is a residual non-selective insecticide. The residual could harm non-target insects like bees if they were to come into contact with enough active ingredients for several weeks after application. However, since this is a granule insecticide that is applied directly to the ground and then activated with water, it is very unlikely any pollinators like bees would actually come into contact with the treated areas. The bigger risk would be from sprays, so we recommend applying sprays in the morning or evening when pollinators are less active, as well as avoiding spraying blooming plants to reduce the risk to pollinators.
Neither Talstar P Professional Insecticide or Talstar PL Granular Insecticide are labeled for grubs. You would need a product with Imidacloprid in it.
Talstar PL Granular Insecticide is not specifically labeled for black widow spiders, so we cannot guarantee results, however, this product will likely kill the spiders that actually contact the treated area. Please take a moment to review our Black Widow Control Guide for more information and helpful tips on eradicating this pest.
Talstar PL is labeled to kill scorpions.
Yes, Talstar PL Granular Insecticide are labeled for crane flies. According to the product label, it should be used early to mid-season to control the larvae of crane flies. This application should be made between August-February during times when the ground is not frozen as they feed on plant crowns. If treatments are made in March-April, they may only provide suppression.
Consult your local extension agent for specific recommendations for your area.
Talstar PL Granules are not labeled to control chiggers. Talstar Pand Onslaught are top-notch professional products and both are labeled for chiggers. Onslaught is micro-encapsulated and will last a little longer on outdoor surfaces which does give it a bit of advantage over Talstar P. Treatments for chiggers should begin in May and could need to continue through the summer as new chiggers move into the area. Treating the entire lawn is of little benefit because chiggers avoid direct sunlight and normally will not infest areas that are mowed or otherwise well maintained. Focus treatment on the unkempt areas of the lawn and lawn edge. You can also use Onslaught to do a barrier treatment around the outside of your home and in your crawl space to stop pests from moving indoors.
We would recommend using Talstar P (Talstar One) which is the liquid version of Talstar PL granules. The granules are not labeled for mosquitoes.
Yes, Talstar PL Granular Insecticide for ticks in your yard but we also advise on using an insect growth regulator like Archer. Please read over our Tick Control Guide for treatment details.
Talstar PL Granular Insecticide can be put down then the ground is not frozen and you have active pests. Typically above 55 is best but if pests are active and there is no snow you can use.
The best time to treat with Talstar PL Granular Insecticide would be early in the summer before the eggs hatch. Please look over our Mole Cricket Guide for more information on how to treat and prevent mole crickets.
No, Talstar PL does not kill grubs. Dylox 6.2 would be an excellent alternative when treating for grubs that are actively feeding. Please read the product label for application instructions. Please also read our article on Grub Control here for more helpful information.
To treat for millipedes, we recommend applying Talstar PL granules in the yard. To treat your home, we recommend applying Suspend SC. Apply 2-3 feet up and out around the outside perimeter and cracks and crevices indoors. Please take a few moments to review our article on How to Get Rid of Millipedes for more information.
Granule products like Talstar PL Granular Insecticide will only control the young stages of fleas really as these are the ones in the soil. For adult flea control, it is recommended to use sprays such as those in our Outdoor Tick/Flea Kit. We also have a great flea control article here.
