The most popular product for sod webworms is Talstar. Talstar is very effective on most insects including chinch bugs and it is gentle to plants. Time applications to control young larvae, if possible. Spot treatments may be applied when infestations are first detected and the damaged area is small. The treatment will be most effective if applied in the early evening when larvae begin feeding. Please check with your local cooperative extension office to see if a second generation is possible in one season in your region.
It is not usually required to use a surfactant with Talstar P.
Talstar should not harm trees or shrubs if used according to the instructions on the product label.
Talstar P is only specifically labeled for clover mites and spider mites. It would be a good idea to get an identification of the mite species you are dealing with to be sure you choose the right product.
Talstar P (Talstar One) alone is good for perimeter treatment of general pests. For some pests you would benefit from mixing an IGR like Nyguard IGR with it. This prevents young insects (such as fleas, roaches, mosquitoes) from maturing into reproducing adults.
Yes, Talstar P is pet safe if used according to the instructions on the product label. Pets must be kept out of the area during application and until all surfaces are thoroughly dry.
You should not spray Talstar P (or allow drift of spray) to contact herbs or any other edibles. If this is not possible, we would not recommend using it in this area.
Talstar P (Talstar One) is an insecticide, not an herbicide and will not harm any plants or vegetation. If you are looking to target Poison Ivy or Poison Oak you could use Gordons Trimec Classic or a non selective like Roundup QuikPro.
Most insecticides and herbicides are able to be tank mixed together, just make sure you follow each product label instructions for "tank mixing" instructions. You would want to keep kids out of the area while treating, they can return once the are has completely dried
The Talstar manufacturer recommends that you wait one year before planting edible plants in a treated area or that you remove and replace the soil for immediate planting.
Talstar P should be applied 24 hours before rainfall or irrigation. After that point, you can irrigate your lawn on a normal schedule.
Talstar P (Talstar One) can be applied with the sprayer set to a mist or fan/cone spray for good coverage.
As long as you are using the Talstar P at the proper dilution rate in the tank, the metering rate would just be dependent on how quickly you are walking during application. Unfortunatley, we do not carry Stihl blowers so we cannot give you an exact answer. However, we can thell you that with our Solo 451 blower, we suggest a metereing rate of 2 (from a range of 1-4) for a normal pace during application. For most applications, you will mix 0.5-1 oz per gallon per 1,000 sq ft.
No, Talstar will not discolor or otherwise harm composite decking if applied as directed on the product label.
Talstar P (Talstar One) can be applied in a Stihl mist blower/handheld/backpack sprayer at 1 fl oz per gallon monthly per 1,000 sq ft. You can add Tekko Pro IGR and Exciter. Please take a few moments to review our treatment article on How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes for a successful eradication program.
Talstar works great for mosquito control. The key is to apply 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 should be applied every 30 days for optimum control. When treating for mosquitoes we also recommend the use of an IGR like Tekko Pro. Tekko Pro IGR contains the active ingredient Pyridine that imitates a growth hormone and prevents full develop in immature mosquitoes.
According to the Talstar P (Talstar One) product label: Chinch Bugs infest the base of grass plants and are often found in the thatch layer. Irrigation of the grass area before treatment will optimize the penetration of the insecticide to the area where the chinch bugs are located. Use higher volume applications if the thatch layer is excessive or if a relatively long mowing height is being maintained. Chinch Bugs can be one of the most difficult pests to control in grasses and the higher application rates (Up to 1 fluid oz. per 1000 square feet) may be required to control populations that contain both nymphs and adults during the middle of the summer.
