{"product_id":"ortho-fire-ant-killer-broadcast-granules-for-lawns-11-5-lb-treats-5-000-sq-ft-kills-mounds-in-15-minutes","title":"Ortho Fire Ant Killer Broadcast Granules for Lawns — 11.5 lb, Treats 5,000 sq ft, Kills Mounds in 15 Minutes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrtho 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.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKeep 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow quickly will I notice results after applying the granules?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisible 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConcise kill timeframe: ferocious mound activity subsides in about 15 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWatering requirement: activate granules by applying water after spreading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFollow-up: monitor treated areas and retreat per instructions if new activity appears.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat area does one 11.5 lb. bag treat, and how should I apply it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCoverage: up to 5,000 sq. ft. per 11.5 lb. bag when applied evenly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApplication tool: use a drop or broadcast spreader for uniform coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eActivation: water in after spreading to ensure effectiveness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this product fit into a complete fire ant control plan?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStep 1: eliminate active mounds and queens with a mound-specific product (sold separately).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStep 2: broadcast granules across the whole lawn to prevent reinfestation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTiming: apply whole-lawn protection in spring and fall for best results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this product for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHomeowners 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Do I need a separate product to kill existing mounds?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Use a labeled mound treatment first, then apply these broadcast granules to protect the whole lawn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How often should I reapply for continued protection?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Apply in spring and fall; one application provides up to six months of control under labeled conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Ortho","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56833439629652,"sku":"B071L8K4DY","price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/2652\/4244\/files\/ortho-bag-front-view.jpg?v=1787041074","url":"https:\/\/gardenluxe.co.uk\/products\/ortho-fire-ant-killer-broadcast-granules-for-lawns-11-5-lb-treats-5-000-sq-ft-kills-mounds-in-15-minutes","provider":"Gardenluxe Uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}