An insecticide is a pest-control product designed to manage insects like ants, roaches, mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, and lawn grubs. It’s available in different formats to match where and how you need to treat.

• Contact sprays: Aim at exposed bugs for quick knockdown.
• Residual barriers: Applied along perimeters to help deter future activity.
• Lawn granules: Target soil-dwelling pests across larger areas.
• Concentrates/ready-to-spray: Treat broad outdoor spaces with a sprayer or hose-end.
• Garden oils/soaps: Used on plants for soft-bodied pests.
• Dusts: For dry cracks, voids, and tight spaces.

Always read and follow the label for target pests, approved use sites, and safety directions. Results vary with conditions and application.

You’ll see several types on our insecticides page, each suited for different jobs:

• Indoor/perimeter sprays: Create a barrier along baseboards, entry points, and foundations.
• Ready-to-spray (hose-end) lawn products: Connect to a hose to cover yards for mosquitoes or lawn pests.
• Lawn granules: Spread across turf to address grubs, ants, and other soil insects.
• Foams for wasps and hornets: Designed for outdoor nests; always follow the label carefully.
• Insecticidal soap and horticultural oil: For garden plants and soft-bodied pests.
• Dusts and diatomaceous earth: For dry areas where crawling pests travel.

Match the label to the pest and location, and check coverage and retreatment guidance.

Look for a product labeled for mites (often called a miticide or acaricide) and approved for your specific plant type. For many ornamental and garden plants, these options are commonly used:

• Insecticidal soap or horticultural oil: Can help with thorough leaf coverage on soft-bodied mites.
• Complete coverage: Treat upper and undersides of leaves; avoid the hottest part of the day.
• Repeat as directed: Mite cycles may require follow-up applications; rotate modes of action if the label suggests.
• Plant care: Rinse dust off leaves and improve airflow to reduce plant stress.

Always test a small area first and keep people and pets away until dry or as the label directs.

Some insecticides are labeled for both indoor and outdoor use, while others are site-specific. The label will state exactly where and how a product can be applied.

• Indoor: Choose low-odor products labeled for cracks, crevices, and baseboards. Ventilate and avoid broad spraying on living surfaces.
• Outdoor: Options include perimeters, lawns, and gardens; consider weather and runoff.
• Do not interchange: Never use outdoor-only products inside. Follow reentry guidance and drying times on the label.

On Walmart.com, you can filter by use site and application type, with pickup and delivery options available in many areas.

Combining good maintenance with targeted applications can reduce re-infestations over time.

• Seal and repair: Close gaps around doors, windows, and utility lines.
• Manage moisture: Fix leaks, clear gutters, and remove standing water to limit breeding sites.
• Yard upkeep: Trim vegetation away from the home and mow regularly.
• Food control: Store food and pet food in sealed containers and clean up crumbs.
• Follow the label: Reapply only as directed and focus on active areas.
• Monitor: Use visual checks or traps to spot new activity early.

Pest pressure and weather vary, so results differ. You can restock supplies with convenient pickup or delivery in many locations.