Description
xOrtho Fire Ant Killer Broadcast Granules is a lawn treatment that eliminates fire ant mounds in about 15 minutes and helps prevent new colonies for up to six months when applied as directed.
Keep your yard enjoyable and safe with a single broadcast application designed for whole-lawn protection. These granules are formulated to reach fire ants, including queens that fly in, and are intended as the follow-up step after an initial mound treatment. One 11.5 lb. bag covers up to 5,000 square feet, making it suitable for most residential lawns when used with a spreader and watered in according to instructions.
How quickly will I notice results after applying the granules?
Visible mound activity typically stops within minutes, with labeled claims of mound elimination around the 15-minute mark after proper application and watering. Full residual protection builds immediately and helps prevent reestablishment over the following months.
- Concise kill timeframe: ferocious mound activity subsides in about 15 minutes.
- Watering requirement: activate granules by applying water after spreading.
- Follow-up: monitor treated areas and retreat per instructions if new activity appears.
What area does one 11.5 lb. bag treat, and how should I apply it?
An 11.5 lb. package treats up to 5,000 square feet of residential turf when evenly distributed with a broadcast or drop spreader. Apply in spring and fall or as recommended, then water to move the product into the soil where ants encounter it.
- Coverage: up to 5,000 sq. ft. per 11.5 lb. bag when applied evenly.
- Application tool: use a drop or broadcast spreader for uniform coverage.
- Activation: water in after spreading to ensure effectiveness.
How does this product fit into a complete fire ant control plan?
These broadcast granules are Step 2 of Ortho’s two-step approach: first treat active mounds with a fast-acting mound destroyer, then use the granules to protect the entire lawn from new colonies. The two-step strategy addresses existing queens and reduces the chance of fresh mounds establishing from neighboring infestations.
- Step 1: eliminate active mounds and queens with a mound-specific product (sold separately).
- Step 2: broadcast granules across the whole lawn to prevent reinfestation.
- Timing: apply whole-lawn protection in spring and fall for best results.
Who is this product for?
Homeowners with lawns that need broad, long-lasting protection from fire ants will benefit from Ortho Fire Ant Killer Broadcast Granules. It is aimed at do-it-yourself users who want a reliable follow-up to mound treatments to protect yards, play areas, and landscape beds from future fire ant activity. Read and follow all label directions for safe use around people, pets, and landscaped areas.
FAQ
Q: Do I need a separate product to kill existing mounds?
A: Yes. Use a labeled mound treatment first, then apply these broadcast granules to protect the whole lawn.
Q: How often should I reapply for continued protection?
A: Apply in spring and fall; one application provides up to six months of control under labeled conditions.
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