Outdoor Argentine ants, odorous house ants, pavement ants, and other nuisance ants can be controlled with Sevin® Insect Killer Granules. This product kills ants and more than 100 other insect pests in your target areas by direct contact, and then continues to protect for up to three months after the initial application.

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How long does it take Sevin to kill ants?

When using Sevin Concentrate, results may take a few weeks to appear because this is not a contact kill and must work through the insect to eliminate it completely.

How do you use Sevin on ants?

Dot the ground around the burrow or nest entrance with one to two tablespoons of Sevin dust. Ants will die as they cross the powder. Many of the ants will carry the poisonous substance back to the colony.

Will Sevin 5% dust kill ants?

5 percent Sevin Ready-to-Use Insects such as Japanese beetles and stink bugs are among the 65 species of insects that can be killed by dust.

Why is Sevin prohibited on lawns?

Which insecticide kills ants?

When there are a lot of crazy ant colonies outside, using a liquid spray insecticide like Termidor, Taurus, Fuse, Demon WP, Talstar, or Bifen can help keep them under control. Long-term, liquid ant baits like Gourmet Liquid Ant Bait, which contain boric acid, are more effective against crazy ants.

When should I put Sevin on my lawn?

Sevin® Insect Killer Granules: When should they be applied to my lawn or garden? Use Sevin® Insect Killer Granules as soon as you notice an infestation or damage from an unwanted pest. The granules should be applied in the early morning or late evening when there are no forecasts of rain for the next 24 hours.