Defenders Natural Ant and Insect Control for Lawns and Patios, 600g

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The clear window on the front allows you to monitor activity and bait levels. The well-designed station has a tiered interior that allows ants to reach the bait even as the level decreases. Similar to other liquid ant baits in the market, Terro works by slowly killing ants. This is achieved through the interference of the ants’ digestive system, which then kills them. The product is quite effective because this slow killing mechanism provides a chance for worker ants to transport the bait to the colony and the queen. One way to prevent ant hills is to keep the turf healthy. Mow your lawn to a height of 3 inches (7.6 cm). Water the grass deeply to foster a healthy root system. Fertilize the lawn annually as recommended for your type of turf. Below I’ll try to provide some more information about choosing and using lawn insecticides, along with some tips for safe application. Secondly, their behavior of digging tunnels underground and piling up soil and sand above ground can get out of hand. These tunnels can cause your soil to dry out; depriving turf grass of the nutrients it needs to grow.

This means plenty of bait makes its way into the feeding cycle before the delayed reaction takes full effect and kills the ants, the queen, and the colony. And always, ALWAYS be sure to store these products securely where children and pets cannot access them. Does Salt Stop Ants? Another problem that you will face when selecting the best ant killers entails choosing between liquid and granular. If you experience this dilemma, then it is good to note that the targeted use of the product will be the determining factor. Liquid ProductsNematodes act as an irritant and the ants are displaced from their colonies,' explains Jonathan from Rolawn. 'Lawns can be treated from April to October when the soil temperatures are warm enough for the nematodes to be effective.' Looking for an ant killer that’s suitable for commercial applications? Look no further than the CSI Bifen L/P Granular Ant Killer. Here are some of the features that set it apart. Whilst Ant Gone can is technically suitable for indoor and outdoor use, you’d have to think carefully about how to apply it inside if you didn’t want to drench your house (given that it’s a liquid). However, the fact that it’s liquid does make it easier to apply over larger surfaces than powder products. With a rose-head that helps distribute the product evenly and sparingly, it can be great for use over large patios and lawns. However, it takes much longer to get rid of an entire colony using this approach. It can take anywhere between 10 and 14 days to eliminate a very large colony. Are Lawn Ant Killers Toxic to Humans?

The following tips will help you find the best ant killer to combat ant infestations around your property: The Different Types of Ant Killer Ant killer sprays usually contain Borax, a chemical which is considered safe for use around humans as long as the instructions are followed carefully. Ant Bait Traps Ants thrive when your lawn is unhealthy. The more sparse your grass, the more room there is in the soil for ants to build their nests. If there is plenty of grass, and a small layer of thatch, this makes it difficult for ants to build their mounds. There are options aplenty here. First, there are the natural “remedies” that ants are said to detest, such as cinnamon, lavender, eucalyptus, peppermint and garlic. Also, a 50-50 solution of white vinegar and water can help to repel ants. But if you want to be absolutely certain of ridding your house or garden of ants, one of the professional products on the market will offer a more foolproof solution. The workers take the bait to the colony as food to share, killing the queen and the larvae who will eat it and die.This powdered insecticide is very easy to use, coming in a bottle with small holes in the top – simply shake it out like talcum powder. It can be dusted along doorframes and windowsills, and any other crevices through which ants are gaining access to your home. Diatomaceous earth is also pet and child safe as it is non-toxic to mammals. When applied, however, the dry powder can become airborne which can cause minor irritation to the throat and lungs. This is momentary and will do no lasting damage.

Some people recommend killing ants by pouring boiling water into their nests, but this can damage your lawn so it's not what we recommend. The most common pesticide employed for fire ants is pyrethrin. Best used during the fall when their activity has started to slow down. Odorous ants, so-called because they stink when you squash them, are hardy and resilient. This often means they can stand up to some of the softer, cheaper ant treatments. Spot control is the best method for killing ants. They tend to concentrate in a small area and spot application isolates the chemical zone and minimizes damage to beneficial insects who also call the grass home.

5. The Best Diatomaceous Earth Ant Killer

If you want to avoid all harmful chemicals and are looking for a 100% organic and natural alternative, try nematodes. Often, parents of kids and pets will look for organic, all-natural products and home remedies. A choice that can be very effective in the home, but not so much in the outdoors. April to September in the UK is ant season. The little blighters can get everywhere, contaminating food, biting and, most serious of all ant-based concerns, potentially playing havoc with your home’s foundations. The Ant Adios Ant Killer strikes an excellent balance between pricing and features. This is one of the primary reasons why it’s a top-rated ant killer for lawns. Here’s what you can expect from this insecticide:

Fire ants are quite common to find on garden lawns. They nest in small colonies (around 100 – 300 ants) in the soil. The icing on the cake is that it can easily treat large lawns. The 32-ounce bottle that it comes in is enough to cover a whopping 5,300 sq.ft. Due to the nature of a lawn being outside and uncovered, you face the risk of treatment being washed away by bad weather. The granules are then simply watered onto the area and left to dry. This allows them to dissolve and stay in situ, creating a toxic coating on lawns and patios that will kill many types of ants as they encounter it. Ants can also cause issues for any vegetable or ornamental plants which you may also have in your garden. This is because many ant species have an interest in ranching. Ranching is where the ants will ‘farm’ and protect mealybugs and aphids as they have an interest in the honeydew which the aphids and mealybugs secrete, a delicacy to them. As Mealybugs and Aphids feed of Vegetables and ornamental plants this then causes further problems in your garden. Therefore, controlling ants in your lawn is a great way to minimize the overall population of pests in your garden.Whereas some other products require decanting and diluting, Ant Gone only requires you to open the bottle and pour it straight over the ant nest. You can also use it on paths and patios when you can’t get to the nests. On the other hand, some of their behaviors can encourage other pests such as aphids that ants can farm and milk for their honeydew. These aphids can cause a lot of damage to fruits, vegetables, plants, and flowers. Martins Surrender insecticide contains a whopping 75% acephate, making it very effective against fire ants. For this reason, the manufacturer recommends just one treatment for each season. You can also try to pour boiling water into each individual ant hill you see, as a more simple solution. However, you need to be careful not to use too much boiling water, and you must avoid pouring it onto the grass itself. Pouring hot water onto your lawn can scald it, causing the grass to turn brown, and leaving bald patches.