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Ortho® Orthene® Fire Ant Killer

Overview & Benefits

    • Kills the queen and destroys the mound!
    • No watering- in!
    • Reduced odor formula

Available sizes:

    6 oz. Bottle and 12 oz. Bottle

How to Use

Sprinkle one tablespoonful dry powder over each mound.

DO NOT WATER IN.

Try not to disturb mounds while treating.

When to Apply

For best results, apply when fire ants are active. Applications 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.

Where to Use

On home lawns and around ornamentals plants (including flowers, shrubs and trees).

Where Not to Use

Do not apply this product in a way that will contact people or pets.

What it Controls

Insects: Fire Ants, red harvester ants

Container Type

Bottle

Active Ingredients

50% Acephate

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