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Ortho® Orthene Fire Ant Killer₁
Ortho® Orthene Fire Ant Killer₁
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OVERVIEW
- FIRE ANT KILLER FOR LAWNS: Stop fire ant takeover by killing the queen and destroying her mound with Ortho Orthene Fire Ant Killer1
- FAST ACTING TREATMENT: Begins killing fire ants in 60 minutes
- LAWN AND GARDEN CONTROL: Use as fire ant hill treatment for home lawns and around ornamental plants, including flowers, shrubs, and trees
- EASY TO APPLY: Simply shake product over mound of fire ants (follow label instructions to determine how much product is needed based on mound size)
- 2 STEP SYSTEM: Follow up with Ortho Fire Ant Killer Broadcast Granules to prevent new mounds from forming
SPECS AND DETAILS
Active Ingredients
- 50% Acephate
Cautions
- Harmful if swallowed. Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid contact with eyes and clothing. When handling this product, wear long-sleeved shirt and long pants, shoes plus socks, and chemical-resistant gloves made of any waterproof material. Wash the outside of the gloves with soap and water before removing. Wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco, or using the toilet. Remove contaminated clothing and wash clothing before reuse.
- Disposal Methods
- If Empty: Nonrefillable. Do not reuse or refill this container.
- Place in trash or offer for recycling if available.
- If Partly Filled: Call your local solid waste agency for disposal instructions.
- Never place unused product down any indoor or outdoor drain.
Product Label
- This is not the product label. Always read and follow the product label before use.
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- Safety Data Sheets can be found at scottsmsds.com
DESCRIPTION
Stop fire ants from taking over your lawn with Ortho® Orthene® Fire Ant Killer1. This easy-to-apply product destroys the mound and kills the queen. Plus, this pest control product begins killing in 60 minutes, so you can get your yard back fast. Use it as a mound treatment for home lawns and around ornamental plants including flowers, shrubs and trees. To apply, simply sprinkle powder over the mound. Follow label instructions to determine how much product is needed based on mound size. This product does not need to be watered in, and can be applied anytime you see a new mound forming. For best results, apply product while ants are active. One 12 oz. bottle of Ortho® Orthene® Fire Ant Killer1 treats up to 162 mounds. To keep fire ants at bay, use as part of the Ortho® 2-Step System with Ortho® Fire Ant Killer Broadcast Granules (sold separately) as a second step to prevent new mounds from forming for up to 6 months.
STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS
How to Use
- Sprinkle dry powder over each mound (Refer to label for amount to use). Do not water-in. Try not to disturb the mound while treating.
WHEN AND WHERE TO USE
Where Not to Use
- Do not allow to enter water, storm drains, drainage ditches, gutters, or surface waters
Where to Use
- Home lawns and near ornamental plants (including flowers, trees, and shrubs)
When to Apply
- For best results, apply when ants are active. Application made under prolonged hot and dry conditions may be ineffective due to location of ants deep in the nest.
- Do not apply during heavy dew or just before a rain. Treat new mounds as they appear.
How Often to Apply
- As needed
Special Instructions
Watering Tips
- DO NOT Water-In
Using with other Products
- This is Step 1 of the Ortho® 2-Step treatment method. Use in combination with Step 2, Ortho® Fire Ant Killer Broadcast Granules.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have to water in Ortho Orthene Fire Ant Killer1?
No! It is crucial NOT to water in Ortho Orthene Fire Ant Killer1.
How long does it take for Ortho Orthene Fire Ant Killer1 to work?
This product starts killing fire ants in 60 minutes.
BUGS CONTROLLED
Fire ants
Our Environment
This pesticide is toxic to birds. Do not apply directly to water. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwaters or rinsate. To protect the environment, do not allow pesticide to enter or run-off into storm drains, drainage ditches, gutters or surface waters. Applying this product in calm weather when rain is not predicted for the next 24 hours will help to ensure that wind or rain does not blow or wash pesticide off the treatment area. Cover or soil-incorporate spills.
Kids & Pets
Do not allow people or pets to enter treated area until dusts have settled.