Insecticides
Surface-feeding insects like armyworms, chinch bugs, and sod webworms can devastate a lawn in days. Fast-acting contact insecticides are the first line of defense.
Insecticide Comparison
| Product | Form | Coverage | Cost | Tier | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bifen LP Granules (Bifenthrin) Bifenthrin 0.2% | Granular | ~11,500 sq ft per bag (25 lb) | $25-35 | Budget | |
| Fipronil Granular Insecticide (Mole Cricket Control) Fipronil | Granular | ~10,000 sq ft per bag | $30-50 | Specialty | |
| Merit 0.5G (Imidacloprid) Imidacloprid 0.5% | Granular | ~10,000 sq ft per bag (30 lb) | $55-75 | Premium |
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Why these products?
Our recommendations come from community consensus across lawn care forums, real-world testing results, and verified product performance. We include options at every price point so you can choose what fits your lawn and budget.