Talstar P Professional Insecticide is not labeled for lizards directly however treating for insects around the home will help reduce the lizard population. Insecticides like Talstar P treat for many insects which are a lizard’s main food source therefore eliminating the food source, this drives lizards away naturally in search of better hunting grounds. There are not any insecticides labeled to kill lizards as they are considered beneficial insects.
The Talstar P Professional Insecticide cannot be used in the Ryobi Battery Powered Mister/Fogger. Per Ryobi, commercial chemicals are not designed for use in that device, and Talstar cannot be run through any type of fogger whether thermal or cold fogger type. We would recommend you contact Ryobi to find out what insecticide solutions they recommend using in their equipment so as to not void any warranties or clog parts.
Talstar P Professional Insecticide should not be applied using a hose end sprayer when treating lawns, landscape beds, trees, etc. The liquid concentrate is too thick of a liquid and would clog the hose end sprayer. In a handpump or backpack sprayer, you can use the 1fl oz of Talstar P in 3 gallons of water over 1000 sq ft to insure adequate coverage.
If the application of Talstar P Professional Insecticide had time to dry before the sprinklers went off, it should be ok. If you applied at the highest rate of 1 fl oz per gallon of water, you will need to wait 30 days before reapplying or 7 days if applied at the lower 0.5 fl oz per gallon rate was used.
The product label advises to apply when there is no rain or watering for atleast 24 hours after the application.
For Mole Crickets, Talstar P Professional Insecticide is applied at 1fl oz per gallon of water. Using 2 gallons of mixed solution per 1000 sq ft, immediately irrigat the treated area with an additonal 0.25 inches of water following the application. Thi swill ensure efficacy of sub surface pests such as moles crickets.
For Adult Mole Crickets, early spring is the active stage and when turfgrass is susceptible to continuous invasion. Applications should be made as late in the day as possible. If the soil is not moist, then it is important to irrigate before application to bring the mole crickets closer to the soil surface where contact with the insecticide will be maximized. Grass areas that receive pressure from adult mole crickets should be treated at peak egg hatch to ensure optimum control of subsequent nymph populations (see below).
For Mole Cricket Nymphs, treat areas where there was a high presence of adult Mole Crickets in the spring immediately prior to peak egg hatch. This is when the young nymphs are most susceptible to insecticide applications and they are closer to the soil surface. Applications should be made as late in the day as possible. Control of larger, more damaging, nymphs later in the year may require both higher application rates and more frequent applications to maintain acceptable control.. If the soil is not moist, then it is important to irrigate before application to bring the mole crickets closer to the soil surface where contact with the insecticide will be maximized.
Please review our How to Get Rid of Mole Crickets Treatment Guide for more information.
As long precautions are taken to avoid any overspray from getting into the pool, there should not be any issues with applying Talstar P Professional Insecticide
Talstar P is not labeled for use in misting systems and would likely clog your machine. Essentria IC3 is labeled to be used in misting systems and is safe to use near bodies of water.
Talstar P residual may dry on window panes if you spray them, but if diluted correctly, then it should dry clear. If you have any milky residue, then you can wipe it off with a damp paper towel or cloth
No, Talstar P Professional Insecticide cannot be used to treat for insects around boats or over areas of water such as lakes, rivers, ponds, etc. Unfortunately, there aren't any insecticides that can be sprayed directly to the outside surface of the boat, as any ingredients they contain could possibly harm the finish on the boat itself. If you have a boat dock, you can spray it with Essentria IC3 which is safe for aquatic life and would be the closest water safe product to Talstar, and covers the same range of insects. Inside the boat itself you can use an aerosol like D-Force to treat crevices and areas under/around seats and places insects tend to hide.
One of the best product for killing mosquitoes, black flies, and gnats is the Talstar P. It is labeled to treat a variety of different insects and would work great for your specific needs. Please view our How to Get Rid of Mosquito Treatment Guide for more infromation and product recommendations.
No, there is not a fertilizer that contains any insecticidal ingredients like Talstar P Professional Insecticide
Talstar P is one of the most popular products for mosquito control on the market. Please be sure to review the product label for complete application instructions before use. Normally, it takes a combination of products to fully eradicate the mosquitoes. Please take a moment to review our How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes Guide for more information and helpful tips on eradicating this pest.
We couldn't state whether it would be effective or safe to use an essential oil in with a tank mix of Talstar P or any other insecticide as this has not been tested for efficacy or compatibility. It is recommended not doing so unless both products labels state tank mixing with another chemical can be done.
Talstar P should not be applied to raspberries or anything edible.
There is only a small amount of active ingredient of Talstar P Professional Insecticide left behind once dry. Pets should be out of the area during treatment until dry, typically about 4-6 hours, but then it is okay if your dog chews/eats the treated grass. If the pet is consuming a lot of grass or more often, we suggest consulting with your local vet.
Yes, Talstar P is labeled for crack and crevice application indoors as well as in crawlspaces. Please refer to the product label for complete application instructions.
You cannot apply Talstar P to the sand in a children's sandbox. We do not recommend applying any insecticides to the sand or any other play equipment for safety reasons.
Talstar P Professional Insecticide should only be applied to your property. Only licensed professionals should be treating other areas when hired by those property owners. Here is a great article on mosquitoes for more helpful information.
Talstar P Professional Insecticide is a water-based chemical and will not cause corrosion to stainless steel or galvanized metal. Keep in mind that you should not apply this product directly to food, feed, water, or sources for food or water. You also cannot apply this in a way that would contact the animals or their food or water. Keep in mind that a good fly control program includes the use of multiple control measures such as baits and traps, in addition to insecticides.