Surrender Fire Ant Killer is recommended for use on non-cropland areas such as lawns, turf, gardens, ornamental plants, and trees.The unique wettable powder formulation offers long lasting residual control. It begins killing ants within minutes of application, and ant colonies will start to die off in under 48 hours. One 1 pound can will treat up to 108 ant mounds. One application of 1-2 teaspoons per mound is all that's necessary for season-long protection from fire ants as well as harvester ants. For best results, Surrender Fire Ant Killer should be applied in the morning or late evening, when ants are most active. This product is for dry mound treatment of Imported Fire Ants and Harvester Ants only.  It is not for use inside for any insects. Please note that this product has a strong odor.  THIS PRODUCT IS VERY TOXIC TO BIRDS/POULTRY.  NEVER PLACE PRODUCT ANYWHERE IT CAN BE ACCESSED BY BIRDS/POULTRY.