Talstar P (Talstar One) is not labeled to be applied with hose end sprayer, because it is a professional grade product. You can apply with a hose end sprayer. The same application rates apply. Keep in mind using a hose end sprayer can be a little more difficult to calibrate than simply mixing 1oz per gallon water in a pump sprayer, but we have many customers that use the hose end sprayer application.
When using Talstar P, the mixing ratio is 1 fl. oz. per gallon of water. This will generally treat 1000 sq. ft. For your lawn, you will need to fill up your sprayer at least three times to complete your entire lawn. The pint size of Talstar P would make 16 gallons of solution and treat 16,000 sq ft.
You should caliberate your sprayer to disperse 1 fl oz per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft.
General caution should be used when spraying an insecticide like Talstar P to certain types of plants, including tropical plants. You may consider using a product like Bonide Systemic Granules which are convenient, ready to use granules that provide effective, long lasting insect control for up to 8 weeks. This product is excellent for indoor houseplant use with no odor, no spray, no mess formula, and is labeled to kill tough houseplant pests like fungus gnats, mealybugs, whiteflies, thrips, and aphids. The s systemic action of this product means that it is absorbed through the roots and moves throughout the plant and even protects new growth.
We apologize that there appears to be fungus like substance in your bottle of Talstar P. There was an issue with one Lot of 3/4 gallon Talstar from FMC last year. We would be more than happy to ship you a new bottle or refund you for this bottle from the defective Lot. You can call us at 866-581-7378 to follow up of this matter up.
You can prevent ants, flies and other insects from entering your home by applying a long lasting residual product such as Talstar. Talstar kills over 75 different insects and is safe to use indoors and outdoors, is gentle on plants, is odorless, dries clear, leaves no stains, is non-irritating to the skin, and won't break down easily with rainfall. We also suggest you use Integrated Pest Management or IPM. IPM is a step by step approach that helps you identify the pest and determine why that pest is there, and then determine how to exclude the pest in the future. Please read the IPM article to learn how to successfully stop pests before they become a problem.
The mixing ratio for mosquitoes is 1 fl oz per gallon of water.The key is to apply the Talstar P it to all shrubs, trees, and other foliage around the house or where you are trying to provide relief. It should be directed not only on top of the leaves and plants, but on the underside of the leaves as well which is where the mosquitoes hang out during the heat of the day. Talstar P should be applied every 30 days for optimum control. Please see our Mosquito Treatment Guide for more tips.