Ortho Fire Ant Killer Mound Treatment
Fast-Acting Granular Fire Ant Mound Control for Lawns and Landscapes
Ortho Fire Ant Killer Mound Treatment is a ready-to-use granular insecticide designed to control fire ant mounds quickly and effectively in outdoor residential areas. Formulated with 0.2% bifenthrin, this mound treatment targets active fire ant colonies and helps eliminate the queen when applied according to label directions.
This 3 lb bag is ideal for treating visible fire ant mounds in lawns, ornamental landscapes, and flower garden areas. The granular formula is easy to apply directly around the mound, helping deliver control where fire ants are actively nesting. When used as directed, Ortho Fire Ant Killer Mound Treatment kills fire ant mounds fast and helps reduce the chance of new mound formation in treated areas.
Key Benefits
| Feature |
Benefit |
| Fast-Acting Formula |
Kills fire ant mounds in as little as 15 minutes when used as directed |
| Queen Control |
Helps eliminate the queen to stop the colony at the source |
| Granular Mound Treatment |
Easy to apply directly to active fire ant mounds |
| Outdoor Residential Use |
Suitable for lawns, ornamentals, and flower garden areas |
| Ready to Use |
No mixing required before application |
| 3 lb Bag |
Convenient size for home lawn and landscape fire ant treatment |
Product Details
| Product Name |
Ortho Fire Ant Killer Mound Treatment |
| Package Size |
3 lb |
| Product Form |
Granules |
| Active Ingredient |
Bifenthrin 0.2% |
| Target Pest |
Fire ants |
| Use Sites |
Residential lawns, ornamentals, and flower gardens |
| Application Type |
Direct mound treatment |
| Mixing Required |
No |
Where to Use
Apply Ortho Fire Ant Killer Mound Treatment outdoors to active fire ant mounds in approved residential areas, including:
| Approved Use Area |
Common Application Purpose |
| Home Lawns |
Treat active fire ant mounds in turf areas |
| Ornamental Landscapes |
Control mounds around non-edible ornamental plantings |
| Flower Gardens |
Treat visible mounds in labeled flower garden areas |
| Yard Perimeters |
Help manage mound activity around outdoor living spaces |
How It Works
Ortho Fire Ant Killer Mound Treatment uses bifenthrin, a trusted pyrethroid insecticide, to control fire ants through direct mound application. The granules are applied over and around the mound according to label directions, helping reach active ants within the colony. Proper treatment helps kill the mound and queen, providing faster relief from fire ant activity in treated areas.
Application Tips
| Best Practice |
Why It Matters |
| Treat active mounds when fire ants are present |
Improves contact with the colony |
| Apply evenly over the mound and surrounding area |
Helps distribute the product where ants are active |
| Follow all label rates and directions |
Ensures safe and effective use |
| Avoid disturbing the mound before treatment |
Helps keep ants near the treatment zone |
| Keep people and pets away until the treated area is ready for re-entry |
Supports proper pesticide safety practices |
Product Summary
Ortho Fire Ant Killer Mound Treatment is a practical solution for homeowners who need fast, targeted control of fire ant mounds. With a ready-to-use granular formula, 0.2% bifenthrin active ingredient, and easy direct-mound application, it helps eliminate fire ant colonies in lawns, ornamental areas, and flower gardens when used according to the product label.
Always read and follow the product label before use.
