Talstar Xtra Granular Insecticide

Talstar XTRA Granular Insecticide is a ready-to-use, fast-acting granular formulation combining 0.2% bifenthrin with 0.05% zeta-cypermethrin for superior broad-spectrum pest control. Designed for broadcast application to lawns, turf, and landscaped areas, it provides rapid knockdown—often within minutes—and long-lasting residual protection for up to 4 months against key turf and perimeter pests. Talstar XTRA is virtually dust-free, easy to apply with standard spreaders, and has no strong odor, making it ideal for residential, commercial, and recreational turf management.

Why You’ll Love It

• Dual active ingredients for faster knockdown and extended residual control.

• Controls over 20 listed turf, lawn, and perimeter pests including fire ants, fleas, ticks, chinch bugs, and mole crickets.

• Starts killing within minutes — quicker than traditional bifenthrin-only granules.

• Long residual activity of up to 4 months on certain pests.

• Virtually dust-free and low-odor for cleaner, easier application.

• Labeled for residential, commercial, industrial, and recreational turf and landscape sites.

• Easy application with standard broadcast or drop spreaders.

Key Specifications at a Glance

Directions (Label Summary)

Apply Talstar XTRA Granular Insecticide evenly over the treatment area using a calibrated broadcast or drop spreader at the labeled rate (commonly 2.3–4.6 lbs per 1,000 sq ft). For best results, water in lightly after application to release active ingredients into the soil and thatch where pests reside. Always read and follow the full product label.

Key Features:

• Broad-Spectrum Efficacy: Talstar XTRA is labeled for use against over 75 lawn pests, including most ants (such as fire ants), chinch bugs, fleas, ticks, mole crickets, earwigs, and crane flies.  

• Rapid Action: Proven to eliminate dangerous fire ant colonies in as little as 15 minutes, providing swift relief from invasive pests.  

• Extended Residual Control: Delivers up to four months of reliable protection, reducing the need for frequent reapplications and ensuring long-term pest deterrence.  

• Verge™ Granule Technology: Utilizes uniform, odorless, and dust-free granules that dissolve quickly upon watering, allowing for efficient delivery of active ingredients and improved application consistency.  

Benefits:

• Versatile Application: Approved for broadcast lawn treatments, perimeter applications, and direct mound treatments, making it adaptable to various pest control strategies.  

• Enhanced Safety: The odorless and low-dust formulation minimizes exposure risks during application, promoting a safer experience for both applicators and occupants.  

• Cost-Effective Solution: Achieves impressive results even at low application rates, offering an economical approach to maintaining pest-free lawns and landscapes.  

Investing in Talstar XTRA Granular Insecticide ensures a proactive approach to lawn pest management, combining rapid action with prolonged protection. Its advanced formulation and versatile application methods make it an ideal choice for both residential and commercial settings, providing peace of mind and a pest-free environment.

Lawn pests don’t just crash picnics. Some, like imported fire ants, can pose a serious health risk for humans and pets. As a pest management or turf professional, homeowners count on you to quickly eliminate these invaders and keep them from coming back. That’s why Envu Professional Solutions has created a new Talstar XTRA featuring Verge granule technology, a proprietary solution for outdoor pest control that’s faster than you ever thought possible. 

The broad-spectrum control of the new Talstar XTRA featuring Verge is labeled for use against over 75 lawn pests. Get up to four months of reliable control of most ants (including fire ants), chinch bugs, fleas, ticks, mole crickets, earwigs, crane flies, and many other lawn pests.